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Faroese climber becomes first from Faroe Islands to summit Ama Dablam
Photo Courtesy: Seven Summit Treks
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Tourism Times
Published at : 13 Nov 2026, 11:22 AM
KATHMANDU: Faroese mountaineer Jens Jákup Hansen has become the first climber from the Faroe Islands to summit Ama Dablam (6,812 metres) in Nepal, according to expedition organiser Seven Summit Treks.
The 51-year-old Hansen reached the summit on November 6 during an expedition organised by Seven Summit Treks. A carpenter and professional television and film photographer, he has more than a decade of experience as an instructor with the Faroese Mountain Rescue Association.
Hansen had previously climbed Kilimanjaro (5,895m), Aconcagua (6,962m), Lobuche East (6,119m) and Island Peak (6,189m). This was his second attempt on Ama Dablam. During his first expedition in spring 2025, he reached Camp 2 before abandoning the summit bid due to challenging conditions.
The latest expedition also carried a fundraising campaign for the Faroese Alzheimer’s Association, inspired by Hansen’s father’s experience with dementia. According to Seven Summit Treks, the campaign has raised funds through sponsorships, donations and public events under the motto “To remember those who forget.”
The Faroe Islands are a self-governing territory within the Kingdom of Denmark in the North Atlantic.
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