Rescue Mission Fails for Belgian Hikers Stranded on Dent d’Hérens at 3,750 Meters Amidst Poor Visibility

Despite a brave mountain guide falling about ten meters and being unable to return, three Belgian hikers found themselves stranded at an altitude of 3,750 meters on Dent d’Hérens. An emergency call came in around 18:30 on Tuesday evening, alerting local rescue services about the situation.

Unfortunately, rescue teams were unable to reach them due to poor visibility caused by cloudy conditions. A rescue operation on foot was deemed too risky given the distance that needed to be covered. The hikers were left to endure the night on the cold mountain, with temperatures dropping to minus 2 degrees.

On Wednesday morning, a helicopter was sent again to rescue the stranded hikers, but initial attempts were unsuccessful. The ordeal served as a lesson in the importance of being prepared for unexpected challenges while hiking in the mountains. Finally, after a few more attempts, the rescuers were able to reach the hikers. The injured guide was taken to the hospital, while the three Belgian hikers were reported to be in good condition.