Climbing drama on Taubenkogel: 69-year-old seriously injured after falling!

Climbing drama on Taubenkogel: 69-year-old seriously injured after falling!

On August 13, 2025, a serious accident occurred on the Taubenkogel in the Dachstein Mountains in Upper Austria, in which a 69-year-old climber was injured. According to [5min.at] (https://www.5min.at/5202508140705/Ganch-bricht-aus-kletter-69 -am-vaubel-kogel-violated/), the climber together with his twin brother and a 62-year-old climbing partner was on the way to the opening of a new climbing route than around 10:40 a.m. a handle from the wall. The climber fell several meters with his head and suffered indefinite injuries.

After the accident had happened, the group was able to abseil and reach the wall foot. In view of his severe pain, the emergency call was discontinued around 1 p.m. A rescue helicopter then flight to the injured in the Salzkammergut Klinikum Bad Ischl, where his injuries had to be treated.

controversy and risks in mountain sports

Another accident on the Dachstein, which took place on June 29, 2025, illustrates the dangers of mountain sports. As reported alpin, a 38-year trainer from Hungary falls down during an alpine climbing course when he is unsecured South ridge of the Lower Dachstein was on the road. The instructor fell on the glacier floor, where he succumbed to his injuries after first aid was provided and attempts to resuscitate.

In addition, the incident shows that many alpine accidents happen when descending, which are often more technically demanding than promotion. The Austrian Board of Trustees for Alpine Security reports that the number of injuries in Sommerberg sports disciplines has increased by 10 percent compared to the previous year. Special caution is advised in view of the increasing number of fatal accidents, especially in Tyrol, where the number has doubled, with currently 21 fatal people.

nutrition and security provision

An indispensable aspect of mountain sports is the right nutrition and fluid intake. As reports Alpenverein, the body needs carbohydrates and sufficient fluid to avoid concentration problems and exhaustion. Snacks such as energy bars, bananas and gummy bears are recommended for energy supply.

The right equipment is also crucial for security. This includes non-slip shoes, a mobile phone and a first aid set. Well -founded tour planning and the consideration of personal performance are also important in order to prevent possible dangers. Before the tour, weather conditions and current conditions should be carefully checked to ensure the safety of everyone involved.