Mountain hike in Schönau ends tragically: 62-year-old falls 100 meters!

Mountain hike in Schönau ends tragically: 62-year-old falls 100 meters!

A tragic mountain accident shocked hikers at Königssee on Monday. A 62-year-old mountain hiker from Middle Franconia tragically died on the Sagerecksteig while descending from the Kärlingerhaus towards Königssee. The incident happened around 1 p.m. when the man lost his balance in a steep gully, slipped and fell about 100 meters. Despite immediately alerting the emergency services, he succumbed to his serious injuries at the scene of the accident, as [Augsburger Allgemeine](https://www.augsburger- Allgemeine.de/bayern/bergwandel-bei-schoenau-am-koenigssee-endet-toedlich-100-meter-gestuerzt-110403761) reports.

Fortunately, his wife, who was also on the hike, was not physically injured, but suffered a severe shock. She was flown into the valley by a mountain rescue rescue helicopter. A total of eleven members of the Berchtesgaden and Chiemgau mountain rescue services were deployed and were able to help rescue the injured hiker and his wife on site, as the Süddeutsche Zeitung adds.

The dangers of mountain hiking

The Sagerecksteig, where the accident occurred, is known for its scenic beauty, but also poses dangers, especially when it is wet and if you are not sure-footed. Several hundred rescue operations take place in the region every year, which emphasizes the need to always pay attention to one's own fitness and equipment. Experts warn hikers to tread steep passages with extreme caution. It's a regular reminder in the mountains: a good hand in choosing the path can save your life.

The event has shaken up the hiking community in the region and highlights the importance of careful planning and respect for nature. It is hoped that this tragic incident serves as a warning to others to always put safety first when hiking in the mountains. In the mountains, protecting yourself is key, and the right amount of reverence can be crucial to your safety.