Swiss man breaks 'nude in snow' record

Thursday, 12 June 2025 06:30

Elias Meyer buried in snow

A Swiss man has broken the world record for the longest time being buried naked in the snow.

25-year-old Elias Meyer spent 2 hours and 7 seconds up to his neck in snow in Andermatt - beating the previous record by 15 minutes.

On his Instagram he says the weight of the snow caused his arms and shoulders to ache.

The Guinness Book of World Records says his body temperature was constantly monitored, he was close to a hospital, and a medical team was on standby if needed.

Meyer is no stranger to records - he is a two-time powerlifting champion and lifted 380 kilos in a deadlift at the age of 19.

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