Dramatic rescue: Climbing falls ten meters into Monte Brento!

Dramatic rescue: Climbing falls ten meters into Monte Brento!

On Monday, April 1, 2025, a serious incident occurred in the Trentiner Sarca Valley when a 33-year-old climber at Monte Brento fell about ten meters and suffered serious injuries, especially on the legs. His 40-year-old companion immediately alerted the Trentiner alpine rescue. This rescue operation dragged on for eleven hours and presented the rescuers with great challenges.

The alarm of the emergency center was quickly carried out and a helicopter was requested. But strong wind conditions made the situation difficult, so that the helicopter could not reach the climbing people. In the meantime, the climbers roped down over two rope lengths to achieve a more stable area of ​​the wall, which was ultimately decisive for their further protection.

complex rescue operation

The mountain rescue was active over several hours before several climbing specialists and a paramedic could finally reach the injured climber. Due to the adverse weather conditions, an evacuation with the helicopter was impossible until 7 p.m., so that the rescuers had to endure. Ultimately, the injured climber could be brought to a hospital in Trento, while his companion remained intact.

accidents in mountain sports are common, but the mountain accident statistics of the German Alpine Association (DAV) show a decline in accidents and emergencies by 25% compared to the previous year. The total number of accidents among DAV members was 669, which is a low. In particular, the most common cause of accidents are falls when hiking, which were reported in 310 cases, whereby 17 of these incidents ended.

Review of accident statistics

The data of the mountain accident statistics also address that only 32 members died in 2021 - this is the lowest number since the start of recording. Falls in via ferrata have also declined, which shows that increased security in mountain sports is achieved. Nevertheless, there are challenges associated with climate change, since it could influence future mountain sports activities by increasing the dangers such as stone and ice striking and making tours more difficult.

The positive developments in the security in mountain sports should not reduce the necessary caution and preparation for mountain tours. This was particularly clear in the latest rescue operation in the Trentiner Sarca Valley, which illustrates the importance of professional help and the right measures in critical moments.