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Tourist from Germany plunges to his demise in the Dolomites mountain range

German Tourist Perishes During a Hike; Circumstances of Death Under Investigation

Tourist from Germany perishes after plummeting from the Dolomites mountain range
Tourist from Germany perishes after plummeting from the Dolomites mountain range

Tourist from Germany plunges to his demise in the Dolomites mountain range

A tragic incident has occurred in the Italian Dolomites, a renowned mountain range in the northeast of the country. According to reports from the mountain rescue service, a German tourist died while trekking in the region.

The hiker fell approximately 80 meters off a high trail in the Bosconero group, south of Cortina d'Ampezzo. The exact circumstances surrounding the hiker's death are still under investigation.

The deceased hiker was a German tourist, but the exact city of origin was not disclosed by the authorities. The hiker's companion, another German, alerted the rescue team in the afternoon.

The hiker's death occurred near Cortina d'Ampezzo, a picturesque town that will host the Winter Olympics next year. The Bosconero group, where the incident took place, includes several peaks over 2,000 meters high, with the highest being the Sasso de Bosconero, at 2,468 meters.

Despite the efforts of the mountain rescue service, unfortunately, the hiker could not be saved. The authorities have not disclosed the age or origin of the deceased.

This unfortunate incident serves as a reminder of the inherent risks associated with high-altitude trekking. Our thoughts are with the family and friends of the deceased during this difficult time.

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