As summer fades into a distant memory and you start to begrudge trading Birkenstocks for boots, these pictures may help change your perspective on the new chill in the air.

Autumn officially began in Germany last week, as indicated by the slightly chillier temperatures creeping in across the country.

But instead of getting down about the end of summer, take a look at these magical pictures of Germany during the season of Gemütlichkeit (cosiness) and changing colours.

We're sure you won't be missing summer by the end:

15 breathtaking pictures of autumn in Germany

Photo: DPA.