Peter Habeler

Peter Habeler is an Austrian mountaineer renowned for his groundbreaking climb of Mount Everest in 1978 without supplemental oxygen, demonstrating that it’s possible to survive at extreme altitudes with proper skill and conditioning. His achievement challenged long-held beliefs about human limits at high elevations. Habeler’s expertise and pioneering spirit have made him a respected figure in mountaineering, contributing to our understanding of high-altitude physiology and inspiring climbers worldwide.