A chairlift accident in Spain left around thirty people injured, several of them seriously.
A serious chairlift accident occurred on Saturday December 18, 2025 in the ski resort of Astún, located in the northeast of Spain, near the French border. Local authorities reported that around 30 people were injured, including several in serious condition.
A technical failure at the origin of the accident
According to Miguel Ángel Clavero, director of emergency services for the Aragon region, where the station is located, the accident was caused by a technical problem. “Obviously, there was a problem with the pulley of one of the chairlifts, which led to a loss of tension in the cable and the fall of some chairlifts,” he explained on Spanish public television. , TVE.
This failure caused falls, resulting in injuries of varying degrees among the skiers present. “We are talking about 30 to 35 injured, serious, very serious or less serious,” Clavero added.
The most seriously affected victims hospitalized
Among the injured, three people are in a particularly worrying condition. Jorge Azcón, president of the Aragon region, confirmed that these three victims had been transferred to hospital, including a woman transported by helicopter. Local media report a total of nine injuries considered very serious.
An ongoing investigation
Local authorities have opened an investigation to determine the exact causes of the accident and assess possible responsibilities. The Astún resort, renowned for its modern infrastructure, now faces questions about the maintenance of its equipment and the safety of skiers.
