I just came back from chasing autumn light in the Portuguese mountains. But before I can get into those, I still owe you my favourite shot from my September of Paris in Autumn.
Most of my time it was pretty rainy, but that one evening absolutely delivered. The forecast wasn’t good, but I saw the sun appear again and again behind the clouds, so I went for it. In the end, it turned out to be my favourite photo of the trip — Paris in autumn is just stunning.
When the Rain Finally Lets Go
Here’s the thing about Paris in autumn: it keeps you guessing.
The forecast promised flat grey skies, the kind where you try to convince yourself that maybe there’s texture in those clouds if you squint hard enough.
But every hour or so, a crack opened — a tiny beam of light hitting the Seine, then disappearing again. You know that feeling, right? The “should I go out or wait it out?” dilemma. The part of you that wants to stay dry vs. the part of you terrified of missing the moment.
In the end, I trusted the instinct every photographer learns the hard way:
when the weather looks unpredictable, pack your gear and go.
The Viewpoint: Simple, Classic, Perfect
I shot this from the Seine near the Assemblée Nationale — nothing hidden, nothing secret, just one of those timeless Parisian corners that rewards you when the conditions align.
Right across the river sits the Palais Bourbon, framed by branches already turning gold. And behind it, the Eiffel Tower rises through the haze, almost disappearing into the warm glow.
You don’t need an epic summit to create atmosphere — sometimes it’s just about stepping closer to the river and letting the city do what it does best.
My Settings (EXIF)
Camera: SONY ILCE-7RM5
Focal length: 35mm
Aperture: f/16
Shutter: 1/200 sec
ISO: 100
Paris in Autumn – A Photographer’s Season
Most people imagine Paris in spring. But autumn?
Autumn is for photographers.
The days get shorter, the light gets softer, and the city feels less hurried. Even the Seine seems to slow down. And if you enjoy little curiosities, here’s one: Paris has so many trees that the city actually measures it’s biodiversity. About it’s check here most remarkable trees check here.
This is the season where Paris feels like a painting
— and the frame changes every five minutes.
Would I Return for More Paris in Autumn Scenes?
Absolutely. And if you’re a photographer introverted, careful, loving color, craving meaning — Paris in autumn is the kind of place that gives you space to breathe and create.
This shot wasn’t planned. It wasn’t scouted.
It was the result of watching the sky, trusting a hunch, and being willing to get a little wet.
And honestly? That’s exactly why I love it.
Check out my other blog post if you love autumn lights The new Autumn | Oder River, Germany.
