Some of the most enjoyable sections of my journey from Brienz in Switzerland to the North of Italy were along the Furka Pass, a stunning stretch of road some 2,429m above sea level, and famous for its cameo in the 1964 James Bond movie Goldfinger. While the road itself is an absolute hoot, some of the views are just as good. There are dozens of lay-bys and parking spots, where you can stretch your legs and take in the breathtaking scenery, including a glimpse of the Rhône Glacier spilling out between the peaks.

These photographs were taken with my Canon EOS 5D Mark IV and the extraordinary Canon EF 35mm f/1.4 II.

Equipment used

Camera

Canon EOS 5D Mark IV

Lens

Canon 35 mm f/1.4 L II USM

Motorcycle

Triumph Bonneville Scrambler 865

About the photographer

I'm Alex Nichol. I'm an amateur photographer from the North of England. For me, photography is a way to share what I love most about the world. That includes everything, from family and friends, to wild animals and breathtaking places... or maybe just how the sun twinkles on a weed in my back garden. It's all fair game.

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