Toboggan accident in Tyrol: woman falls 3 meters into the forest and seriously injures herself

Toboggan accident in Tyrol: woman falls 3 meters into the forest and seriously injures herself

Kala Alm, 6322 Kirchbichl, Österreich - On February 8, 2025, a dramatic accident occurred on the natural toboggan run on the Kala Alm. A 42-year-old Russian citizen who was traveling alone on a rental model lost control in the upper third of the route, at a height of around 1230 meters. At around 1:15 p.m. she slid beyond the left edge of the train and fell around three meters into an adjacent forest. The injuries they moved through the case were heavy, as reported both 5min.at and the Tyrol police.

rescue operation after severe fall

After the accident, it was done quickly. The Kufstein mountain rescue and the Thiersee mountain rescue service provided first aid and ensured that the injured person was immediately flown to the Rosenheim Clinic with a rescue helicopter. The rapid use of the rescue workers was crucial to minimize the health consequences for the woman, such as the reporting of 5min.at clear.

This incident shows the dangers associated with tobogganing in the mountains. Despite the relaxation and the fun that can be experienced in the prepared paths, caution is advised. In their press release, the Tyrol police also warned of the risks and emphasized the need to observe the safety rules in sports in the mountains in order to avoid such accidents. For the 42-year-old, it can only be hoped that she can quickly recover from the serious injuries, as in the communication Tirol