Death on the Matterhorn: Why climbers underestimate the danger

The Matterhorn is one of the world’s most famous mountains — and amongst the deadliest. Since it was first ascended in 1865, over 600 climbers have lost their lives on the peak. Despite modern infrastructure and global awareness of the risks, tragedy strikes the Matterhorn again and again. This...

28 min - Adventure & Extreme - DW Documentary

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