Hikers in need: dramatic rescue on the Rax by helicopter!

Hikers in need: dramatic rescue on the Rax by helicopter!

On a hike on the Miesleitensteig in Reichenau an der Rax, two Hungarians came into a hopeless situation on Monday, April 15, 2025. The emergency call was discontinued shortly before 6:00 p.m. when the two hikers, a 24-year-old and a 22-year-old, did not get any further and were in danger. vienna.at reports that the rescue workers were initiated immediately.

The two were finally recovered by rope and flown into the valley with a helicopter. The police found that hikers had broken up without adequate equipment and tour planning. For the rescue operation carried out by the alpine and flight police, the costs must be charged to the two hikers. This illustrates the risks associated with insufficient preparation in the mountains.

warning of incorrect equipment

The State Police Directorate Lower Austria emphasizes the need to be adequately equipped and well prepared on mountain tours. It is crucial to have precise maps and current information on paths and weather conditions. In addition, hikers should realistically assess their own powers and skills in order to avoid such accidents, such as Noen

In the past few weeks there have been numerous serious accidents in the mountains, as documented in a report by alpin.de . These incidents underline the importance of careful planning and suitable equipment in order to significantly reduce the risk of emergencies in mountain hikes.

The rescue operation on the Miesleitensteig should serve as a lesson: In view of the increasing number of accidents, more and more rescue workers are reminiscent of how important it is to go into the mountains well informed and prepared. Hiking in the Alps can be dangerous, but with the right equipment and planning, the risk can be minimized.