Janja Garnbret First Woman To Climb Epic Cliff In French Alps
Janja Garnbret's historic ascent of Bibliographie, a 115-foot limestone cliff at over 5800 feet became a personal victory over impatience and the fear of failure.
Janja Garnbret, a two-time Olympic gold medalist from Slovenia, has made history as the first woman to climb Bibliographie, a challenging 115-foot limestone cliff in the French Alps. She achieved this feat in June 2026 after months of failed attempts, beginning in 2024. This accomplishment marked a personal victory for Garnbret, overcoming impatience, uncertainty, and the fear of failure.
The iconic rock face had previously been conquered by only a handful of men. To tackle Bibliographie, Garnbret underwent months of rigorous preparation and repeated unsuccessful attempts. She described the experience as a lonely one, as she was often alone with the wall. The climb required her to change her approach, accepting failures and learning to redefine her relationship with climbing.
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