Body of Missing German Hiker Found in Remote Crete Mountains
The 20-year-old from Heidelberg was discovered by local mountaineers nearly a month after disappearing during a challenging winter hike.
- The remains of a 20-year-old German man, missing since mid-February, were found by experienced mountaineers in a remote area of Crete's Gigilos mountain range.
- The hiker had last communicated with his sister on February 13, stating he was safe, before his trail went cold in the Samaria Gorge region.
- Search efforts were hindered by severe weather conditions, including dense fog, snow, and hail, which limited the use of helicopters and drones.
- The official search was called off on March 2, but the family, supported by donations, funded additional rescue attempts before local climbers located the body.
- The Gigilos mountain, known for its treacherous terrain and deep crevices, is typically closed to hikers in winter due to dangerous weather and unstable conditions.