Alberto Iñurrategi

Spanish mountaineer, Everest summiter

Alberto Iñurrategi - Spanish mountaineer, Everest summiter
Born

November 3rd, 1968
56 years ago

Category

Explorers & Adventurers

Country

Spain

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Born in 1968, this mountaineer gained prominence through numerous ascents of challenging peaks worldwide. Major achievements include successful climbs in the Himalayas and the Andes, as well as participating in notable expeditions. The individual is recognized for pioneering new routes and achieving several first ascents. A considerable part of the climbing career focused on high-altitude climbing, including multiple summits of Everest. Notable pursuits included Alpine-style ascents, often under difficult conditions. The climber’s methods emphasized safety and respect for environmental preservation in mountaineering.

Summited Mount Everest without oxygen

Pioneered new routes in the Himalayas

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