Schladming, October 21, 2026
Eight people were rescued from a nighttime mountain emergency in Styria after a 21-year-old Israeli got lost in Schladming.
In the dark, a 21-year-old Israeli man reportedly lost his way on the route from the Planai mountain station to Riesachsee. He ended up in steep, inaccessible terrain in Schladming in the Liezen district.
Rescue teams were alerted and searched for the missing person in the surrounding area. The operation was demanding because of the difficult terrain conditions and darkness.
The operation in Schladming
Responders who arrived at the scene found the lost person and were able to free him from the mountain emergency. The available report does not provide further details about the operation or statements from those involved.
The incident took place in the Schladming area, which is known for mountain tours and challenging hiking trails. The route mentioned led from the Planai mountain station to Riesachsee.
