Tragic misfortune on the Großglockner: alpinist succumbed to serious injuries

Tragic misfortune on the Großglockner: alpinist succumbed to serious injuries

On June 9, 2025, a serious accident occurred at the Großglockner in Austria, in which a 31-year-old Austrian crashed to around 3,500 meters at around 7:30 a.m. According to the 5min.at, the alpinist falls around 250 to 300 meters the dangerous bell flank. Together with a 25-year-old companion, the person who caused the accident had broken up from the Lucknerhütte towards the summit and had already overcome the snow boundaries.

The 31-year-old was medical supplied by other mountaineers who were nearby, as quickly as possible until the rescue helicopter arrived. Despite the intensive efforts of those who had helped him immediately, the man was flown to the Innsbruck hospital with serious injuries. On the night of June 11th he finally died of his injuries and died in the clinic.

other accident triadies in the Alps

alpin.de reports that your partner is accused by the public prosecutor's office Innsbruck due to grossly negligent. An alpine -technical report could be commissioned to evaluate the behavior of the accused, while he has not yet publicly commented on the allegations. His lawyer emphasizes the innocence and regret of his client.

The investigators are concerned, especially that the rope team in the storm has not used any help. On the day of the accident, on which the 33-year-old stated not to go on around midnight, the partner had decided to go to the eagle rest alone to get help. Without him, the woman frosted 50 meters below the summit.

a worrying trend

These tragic incidents are not isolated. According to a {{alpin.de}} report, there were several other alpine accidents on June 9, 2025. A 59-year-old climber crashed 15 meters on the Atttersee via ferrata and was seriously injured. At the Großglockner, a mountaineer also had to be recovered with serious injuries.

Lately, alpine accidents in the mountains seem to be gaining weight. These incidents should warn climbers and stimulate them to take the necessary safety precautions, especially in unfavorable weather conditions. The mountain rescue has already warned several times about underestimating alpine risks and making irresponsible decisions.