Hermann Buhl

Hermann Buhl (September 21, 1924 - June 27, 1957) is considered one of the best post-war Austrian climbers. His accomplishments include:

• 1953 First ascent of Nanga Parbat, 8,125 metres (26,658 ft.)
• 1957 First ascent of Broad Peak, 8,047 metres (26,400 ft.)

Just a few weeks after their success on Broad Peak, Buhl and Kurt Diemberger attempted nearby Chogolisa peak (7,654 metres). Buhl died when he fell through a cornice on the SE ridge near the summit of Chogolisa. His body has never been found.

See also: Eight-thousander

External links

• Hermann Buhl Biography
• Hermann Buhl and Nanga Parbat