The Deadliest Mountains In The World That Aren't 8000ers

The world's deadliest mountains aren't the ones you'd expect. While the 8,000-meter Himalayan giants dominate headlines, mountains half their height have claimed far more lives. Mont Blanc alone has killed more people than K2, Annapurna, and Everest combined. In this video, we count down the 10 deadliest mountains under 8,000 meters and reveal the surprising pattern that connects them all. From a Scottish peak that kills with fog to an Alpine icon that claimed four lives on its very first successful climb—these mountains share one deadly trait: they look easier than they are. Mountains mentioned: Mont Blanc, France/Italy – 4,805m Matterhorn, Switzerland – 4,478m Mount Rainier, Washington – 4,392m Mount Elbrus, Russia – 5,642m Eiger North Face, Switzerland – 3,967m Mount Washington, New Hampshire – 1,917m Mount Hood, Oregon – 3,429m Denali, Alaska – 6,190m Aconcagua, Argentina – 6,961m Ben Nevis, Scotland – 1,345m