Ueli Steck was one of the most remarkable alpinists in history. Born in 1976 in Langnau im Emmental, Switzerland, his passion for climbing started at a young age. He transformed that early passion into an extraordinary career. As a young man, his skills developed faster than most. Before turning 20, his technical prowess was exceptional. That ea

Known as “The Swiss Machine,” Ueli Steck was one of the most remarkable alpinists in history. A native of Langnau im Emmental, Switzerland, his passion for climbing started at a young age. He transformed that early passion into an extraordinary career. At the start of his mountaineering life, his skills developed faster than most. At only 18