Janja Garnbret First Woman To Climb Epic Cliff In French Alps

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.