Near the border to Croatia in the northwest region of Bosnia and Herzegovina sits the town of Bihać. Its location and history make it a symbolic place where various conflicts intertwine. The territory remains largely covered in mines from the Bosnian War and is a crucial hub for many people who travel the so-called Balkan route, fleeing the ongoing conflicts in Africa, the Middle East, and Asia. The Flamingo Loophole gym, consisting of a climbing gym and outdoor sports facilities, was founded in 2022. It allows residents, migrants in transit, and asylum seekers to climb and find community as a means to alleviate anxiety and mental trauma.

See the difference a climbing wall makes.