Patras Climber Dies in Mont Blanc Accident

A 33-year-old climber, Dimitris Kantas from Patras, Greece, died in the Mont Blanc massif in the Alps. The accident occurred on Monday when Kantas fell in the "corridor of death" during his descent.

According to pelop.gr, Dimitris Kantas was known in the local community as a basketball player and passionate alpinist. French media report that he lost his balance and fell into the void below the Goûter refuge, at an altitude of 3,835 meters.

His body was repatriated to Greece, while the French authorities are investigating the circumstances of the accident. The Mountain Gendarmerie of Chamonix (PGHM) confirmed that the man, of Greek nationality, was found dead after a fall in the upper part of the Goûter corridor, one of the most dangerous points towards the summit of Mont Blanc.

Authorities believe the accident was caused by a combination of fatigue, loss of concentration, and the weight of the equipment. The "corridor of death" is known for rockslides and has claimed the lives of more than 100 people.