Shock on the Großglockner: Alpinist crashes 250 meters! Rescue in progress!

Shock on the Großglockner: Alpinist crashes 250 meters! Rescue in progress!

Innsbruck, Österreich - A dramatic incident occurred on Whit Monday, June 9, 2025, on the Großglockner. A 31-year-old alpinist from Salzburg fell over a snow flank and fell up to 300 meters. The accident happened around 7:30 a.m., while the man climbed together with a companion. Another mountaineer who observed the crash immediately alerted the rescue workers, such as South Tyrol News

The two alpinists had broken up from the parking lot at the Lucknerhaus in Kals, East Tyrol, at 4:30 a.m. and had gone to the Ködnitzkees below the Adlers Ruhe at over 3,000 meters. While the companion of the accident was lucky and remained unharmed, the injured alpinist was flown to the clinic in Innsbruck by helicopter.

missions under extreme conditions

In the context of these incidents, it can be seen that mountain rescues often have to take place under extreme weather conditions. An example is an assignment of January 2024 when an alpinistuo fought with difficulties caused by deteriorated weather conditions. Despite snowfalls and strong winds, these climbers had to bear up to 20,000 euros in operating costs for mountain rescue after they got into an emergency. This information provides alpin.de .

Especially in the winter of 2023/24, unpredictable weather conditions were a great risk. In the Swiss Alps, the emergencies when going skiing rose to 465, while in Austria the incorrect and fatal slope accidents also increased. The height record of fatal accidents in ski tours was at the highest level in 2024 for five years, as Bergundstiegen.

rescue and prevention

The mountain rescue in Kals is not yet sufficiently utilized in the event of the crashed Salzburg. Preventive work is just as important as the rescue operations, since many emergencies from exhaustion or other misfortunes, such as a fall. While in 2024 many accidents were caused by blocking and falls in snow -covered and icy terrain, it remains crucial to take safety precautions and to orientate themselves accordingly.

The increasing pressure on the mountain rescue services, combined with the fallen temperatures and the associated risks, requires predictive planning and a high level of responsibility from all mountaineers. While we immerse yourself in the summer months, it is important not to lose sight of the dangers in the mountains.