Montserrat Monastery and Natural Park Hiking Tour from Barcelona
Barcelona, Spain
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Trip Type: Cultural Tours
Duration: 5 hours
Discover magnificent Montserrat and the Benedictine abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat on this day trip from Barcelona. Visit the monastery, one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites, with an expert guide. See the famous 12th-century carving, Our Lady of Montserrat, also known as La Moreneta (the Dark One), and listen to the children's choir. Then, enjoy a scenic ride on the glass-bottomed St Joan funicular railway before exploring the trails in Montserrat Natural Park. Numbers limited to 15 people, ensuring a small-group experience.
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Discover magnificent Montserrat and the Benedictine abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat on this day trip from Barcelona. Visit the monastery, one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites, with an expert guide. See the famous 12th-century carving, Our Lady of Montserrat, also known as La Moreneta (the Dark One), and listen to the children's choir. Then, enjoy a scenic ride on the glass-bottomed St Joan funicular railway before exploring the trails in Montserrat Natural Park. Numbers limited to 15 people, ensuring a small-group experience.
Meet your expert guide at the prearranged meeting point in central Barcelona. Then, hop inside your air-conditioned transfer vehicle and relax on the journey to Montserrat, a wondrous, craggy mountain that towers over the city. As you travel, listen to your guide share fascinating stories about the region and its history.
Make your first stop at Santa Maria de Montserrat, the mountain’s Benedictine abbey and one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites. Explore the site with your guide, and see the 12th-century polychrome wooden carving of Our Lady of Montserrat, commonly known as La Moreneta (the Dark One).
Next, walk to the St Joan funicular railway, where panoramic bird’s-eye views of the mountain and monastery await. Board the glass-bottomed funicular and have your camera ready to capture the stunning sights. On clear days, you can enjoy uninterrupted views of the whole of Catalonia.
Following your scenic ride, arrive in the magnificent Montserrat Natural Park. Set off along one of the many paths to marvel at the views and enjoy the unspoiled beauty. There are routes to suit all preferences and energy levels, from strenuous treks to gentle strolls.
After around an hour hike back to the monastery, where you’ll listen to the beautiful songs of La Escolania, one of the oldest children’s choirs in all of Europe.
When the time comes, hop back inside your air-conditioned transfer vehicle and return to Barcelona, where your tour concludes back at the original departure point.
Please note: A minimum of two people per booking is required.
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