Pont de Bercy
Pont de Bercy stretches across the Seine between the 12th and 13th arrondissements, offering a classic Parisian bridge composition that feels less crowded than the more famous crossings closer to the city center. The arched spans and stone-like facade make for strong structural shots, and the bridge works well as a leading line when you position yourself along the riverbank or on one of the lower quays. Shooting from the water level walkways gives you a low, dramatic angle with the arches framing the river ahead. Golden hour light in the late afternoon catches the warm tones of the facade nicely, and blue hour adds a moody quality with reflections on the Seine below. A wide angle lens suits the full span from the bank, while a short telephoto helps compress the arches into a tighter, more graphic composition. The quays are accessible by stairs from street level. (Paris, Île-de-France, France)
