Mont Blanc, France/Italy
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Mont Blanc is the loftiest peak in Europe, and its snow-cloaked slopes are a mecca for mountaineers. It reaches around 15,780 feet (4,809m) and some 30,000 people come to tackle the Mont Blanc massif annually. But despite its majesty, it’s regarded as one of the deadliest mountains in Europe.
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Many of the accidents that occur during the region's climbing season are caused by Mont Blanc's treacherous terrain and changeable weather conditions, lethal if paired with a lack of adequate kit and preparation. But even the most experienced and well-prepared climbers can be caught out by the perilous peak. Overcrowding has also added to the danger – some sources claim it's the most fatal mountain in the world, claiming an average of one hundred lives per year.