Shock in the Sonnenkopf ski area: skier injured in collision!

Shock in the Sonnenkopf ski area: skier injured in collision!

A fatal incident occurred in the picturesque Sonnenkopf ski area on Sunday morning. A 60-year-old skier was struck out of the blue by an unknown man while she was waiting for the lift with her husband. The collision occurred around 10:00 a.m. in the area of ​​the Obermuribahn valley station. The woman fell and injured her left knee, an injury of undetermined severity that required immediate first aid. Her husband spoke to the person who caused the accident, but he continued his journey without providing any information about his identity VOL.AT reported.

The Klösterle police have now started investigations and are urgently looking for witnesses who observed the incident. It is particularly important to collect information about the unknown skier, who was last seen wearing a yellow and black ski jacket and a black helmet. The situation has not only affected those directly involved, but also represents an alarming reminder of the safety risks on the slopes.

Popular ski area and leisure activities

The Sonnenkopf ski area, known for its first-class conditions and a variety of leisure activities, attracts numerous winter sports enthusiasts every year. With altitudes of up to 2,300 m and excellent snow reliability, it is considered one of the best natural snow ski areas, offering a wide range of ski and toboggan runs as well as modern lifts, such as bergfex.at highlights. Regardless of whether you are a beginner or a professional, everyone will find their own personal challenges and experiences here, including the famous 11 km long Vermalen run or the steepest slopes in Austria. In addition, the family ski area with its three mountain restaurants and the popular après-ski bar, Kelobar, invites guests to spend unforgettable moments.