The trees around the Eiffel Tower have been spending their time over the past week becoming pretty spectacular, so I just wanted to share a few photos I took on my ride to work the other day. As it turns out, fall colors in Paris can be breathtaking enough to make you want to stop and stare. And stare I do.

I cross the Champ de Mars several times per week, and I have not been able to stop ogling as I ride by on my bike.

Holy shmoly, Paris, what a beauty you are.

As much as I mourn the end of summer and dread the inevitable bitter cold of winter that is approaching, I have to admit that Paris does a pretty good job of making that transition enjoyable. If you don’t mind a little cooler weather, than this is the perfect time to come visit.