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Fatal fall for Chloe Graftiaux on the Mont Blanc Massif

featured in News & reviews Author Chris Richard, Site Editor Updated

On the Italian side of the Mont Blanc Massif the young Belgian Chloé Graftiaux Wold champion climber fell to her death on Saturday 21st August.

On the Aiguille Noire de Peuterey, Chloé Graftiaux was swept away by a rock fall where she fell 600 metres to her death.
This particular area is known for a relatively easy passage and as such many climbers are not roped up.

The young climber of 23 years old finished 3rd in the World Cup Boulder championship and was 3rd in the IFSC world ranking

For those wanting to say goodbye family members have suggested you leave a comment on her site here