70-year-old hiker falls 15 meters on the Traunstein-helicopter use!

70-year-old hiker falls 15 meters on the Traunstein-helicopter use!

Traunstein, Österreich - On July 3, 2025, a serious accident occurred on the Traunstein in Gmunden, Upper Austria. A 70-year-old German hiker fell during a hike on the Hernlersteig. The incident happened at a height of about 650 meters, where the woman lost the balance and fell into a ditch for around 15 meters. Her companion immediately alerted the rescue workers who reacted quickly.

The hiker was recovered with the emergency medical helicopter "Martin 3" by rope recovery and transported to the hospital. The exact injuries to the woman are not yet known at the current time. The accident is part of a worrying series of incidents that have been recorded in the mountains in the past few weeks.

increasing number of mountain accidents

The last few days have shown a number of serious accidents in the Alps. On July 1, 2025, a German hiker in the Dolomites was touched by the flash and suffered unconsciousness. In addition, on June 30, 2025, two climbers were missing not far from the Geraer Hütte; They were found dead the next morning. June 29, 2025 was also tragic when a 38-year-old climber on the Dachstein fatally crashed.

These incidents are alarming, especially if you look at the mountain accident statistics of the German Alpine Association (DAV). This shows that hiking accidents are often caused by falls, with 310 such incidents documented in 2021, 17 of which ended fatally. Falls without external influences are the most common cause of the accident (60% of all hiking accidents) and show the high risks associated with mountain hikes, especially for older hikers.

security measures and risk factors

The DAV's mountain accident statistics reveals a decline in accidents and emergencies by 25% in 2021 compared to 2020, which indicates increased sensitization and security in mountain sports. Nevertheless, there is a risk of falling, especially in rough terrain, as was the case with the Traunstein. Climate change could also increase the challenges for mountain hikers because it increases the dangers of ice cream and difficult conditions.

The avalanches of accidents in the Alps and the need for a responsible handling of mountain sports are topics that are increasingly being considered. This in terms of preparation and equipment. A awareness and understanding of these risks can be life -saving at the crucial moment.

The tragedy on the Traunstein could be another wake -up call for hikers, to act more security -conscious and to become aware of the potential dangers on mountain tours. Taking suitable precautions remains of the greatest importance.

For more information on current accidents in the mountains and for mountain accident statistics, visit Alpin and Alpenverein .