20 Breathtaking Nature Photos That Won The GDT 2026 Competition

20 Breathtaking Nature Photos That Won The GDT 2026 Competition

The German Society for Nature Photography (GDT) has announced the winners of its annual “Nature Photographer of the Year 2026” competition, celebrating some of the most breathtaking wildlife and nature photography captured by its members. Open exclusively to GDT photographers, the contest highlights exceptional talent and unique perspectives from across the natural world.This year’s top honor went to Luca Lorenz from Berlin, a member of the GDT …

After becoming the youngest overall winner in the competition's history, 20-year-old photographer wins top nature award for this "barely visible" wildlife encounter

Using a long-exposure and ICM technique, the rising German photographer highlights the mountain hare's seasonal camouflage in a changing climate