Ueli Steck

Ueli Steck (1976-2017) was one of the most influential mountaineers of our time – known for his record-breaking solo ascents and pioneering work in speed climbing. His technique, endurance, and mental strength combined to create extraordinary alpine achievements that shaped modern mountaineering. Steck died in 2017 during a training climb in the Himalayas. Seven years after his death, Nicole Steck donated his estate to ALPS.

The collection sheds light on Ueli Steck’s life and daily training routine. Beyond his most significant climbs and projects, the collection also provides insight into Steck's personal approach to mountain sports. It is supplemented by extensive visual material: landscape photographs, portraits, expeditions, travels, as well as images from public appearances. Close collaboration with numerous professional photographers has produced a visually impressive and aesthetically high-quality documentation of his work.

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Ueli Steck is still regarded today as an icon of mountaineering. The process of organising his estate also aims to highlight other facets of Ueli Steck. Here you will find insights into his life as well as initial findings from his estate.

Our aim is to display Ueli Steck’s estate through an exhibition and an online searchable database. To do this, the ALPS collections team is currently professionally processing the estate: objects are being examined, analysed and conserved, contexts documented, digital data migrated and content catalogued.

What emerges from this process will form the basis for an exhibition with a varied supporting programme. The thematic focus will be defined in mid-2027. The exhibition is planned for autumn 2028 – made possible by the support of our project partners.

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