Hiker Rescued After Being Trapped in Alpine Hut Due to Broken Door Handle

A 23-year-old hiker was safely evacuated from Fiderepass-Hütte in the Allgäuer Alps following a coordinated rescue effort involving mountain rescue teams and a helicopter.

• The hiker became trapped inside the Fiderepass-Hütte on April 7, 2025, after the interior door handle broke, preventing her exit.
• She was able to call for help thanks to available mobile phone reception in the remote alpine location.
• Bergwacht Oberstdorf and the Polizeihubschrauberstaffel Bayern conducted a swift rescue operation, extracting her before nightfall.
• The Alpenvereinssektion Oberstdorf, which operates the hut, has been informed of the defect and will repair the broken door handle.
• Authorities have issued warnings against unprepared alpine tours, citing persistent winter conditions at high altitudes despite spring weather in the valleys.

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