Did you ever see...

...such a beautiful spider? Black and white stripey stockings, bright red abdomen. Spotted and photographed at the former military training ground near Münsingen where we went for a walk today. It's been turned over to nature and sheep now. Walkers and cyclists are welcomed in, but have to stick to the marked paths. Across one of which this gorgeous creature was taking a stroll. I even got her name: Shamrock Orbweaver (Araneus Trifolium).