A dramatic rescue operation unfolded Wednesday afternoon in Berdorf, where a climber in distress had to be airlifted from particularly rugged terrain.

Thanks to the coordinated efforts of Luxembourg Air Rescue (LAR), the GRIMP specialised rescue unit, and the SAMU emergency medical service, the operation was carried out safely and efficiently.

It was a busy afternoon for emergency teams in Berdorf. Alerted via the 112 emergency line, responders were mobilised to assist a climber in difficulty in a rocky area that was difficult to access. Given the challenging terrain, an aerial rescue was quickly deemed necessary.

LAR dispatched its helicopter, while a specialist from GRIMP (the reconnaissance and intervention group for high-risk environments), part of the CGDIS, was lowered directly to the patient by winch – much faster and safer than approaching on foot. LAR noted that reaching the location on foot would have required about 30 minutes even for someone in good physical condition.

On site, the climber was stabilised and placed in a special stretcher before being airlifted out. The entire operation was conducted in close collaboration with the Ettelbruck SAMU, ensuring immediate medical care.

"This intervention highlights the importance of cooperation between air and ground units in complex terrain such as the rocky massif of Berdorf," LAR said in a statement, praising the "professional and seamless cooperation" of all the teams involved.