What heights did the blind climber Erik Weienmeier achieve? Detailed answer

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What heights did the blind climber Erik Weienmeier achieve?

Eric Weienmeier conquered Everest in 2001, and in 2002 he completed the Seven Summits program (conquering the highest peaks in all parts of the world). Among all other climbers who have achieved the same results, Weienmeier is distinguished by the fact that he is blind. In addition to mountaineering, Eric is engaged in diving, skiing, running marathons.

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