In August 2022 Slovenian climber Luka Lindič freed one of hardest lines in the Julian Alps of Slovenia, Invisible Transformation on the iconic face Ajdovska deklica, the Heathen Maiden, of Mount Prisojnik. The testing multi-pitch close to Kranjska Gora was established ground-up with his partner Ines Papert in the summers of 2021 and 2022. Lindič reports.
Only the world’s best and boldest climbers earn a spot in line for a 'golden ice axe,' alpinism’s seminal award. Eight award winners take the stage this year.
Slovenia brings out something special in those who come here to explore its diverse geography, from alpine mountains and karst plateaus, to glacier-fed rivers.