Montserrat with Cog-wheel train & Black Madonna Priority Access
Overview
Discover one of the most mystic Catalan wonders on this half-day tour. Take the cogwheel train and enjoy a breathtaking ride up the mountain. Walk around the sanctuary and imagine the many lives lived by the monks at the site through the centuries. Visit the Black Madonna, popularly known as la Moreneta, and get a free gift.
Inclusions
- Cog-wheel train up to Montserrat
- Access to the basilica and the Black Madonna
- Taste of 4 typical liquors of the area
- Entrance to the audio-visual exhibition in Montserrat “Espai Audio visual Montserrat”
- Local guide
- Tour operated in both Spanish and English
- Transportation on an air-conditioned coach
- Radio guide system
- Entry/Admission - Cremallera de Montserrat
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Abadia de Montserrat, Carretera BP-1121 S/N, 08199 Montserrat Spain
Montserrat is a rocky mountain located 50 km to the southwest of Barcelona. It is considered the most significant and important mountain of Catalonia. The etymology of Montserrat comes from Catalan Mont (mountain) and serrat (serrated). The mountain receives its name for its peculiar morphology. In 1987 Montserrat was declared a Natural Park to ensure its conservation. The highest peak is called Sant Jeroni (Saint Jerome) and stands at 1, 236 meters above sea level.
Besides the main monastery of Santa María de Montserrat, there is a great number of small churches and chapels, some of them abandoned. The main monastery stands at 720 meters above sea level. Nowadays there is a community of 80 monks that live there and follow the rule of Saint Benedict.
When you arrive, you will enjoy an introduction to the history of the monastery.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Cremallera de Montserrat, 08691 Monistrol de Montserrat, Barcelona, Spain
Board the cog-wheel train to go up to the mountain and start the visit
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Monestir de Montserrat, Monestir de Montserrat, Bages, Catalonia
By the hand of your guide, learn about the history and architectural style of the Monastery.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Montserrat Museum, Montserrat Spain
During your free time, you will be able to visit the audiovisual exhibition and to taste some typical liqueurs.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Montana de Montserrat, 08199 Montserrat Spain
The Mountain has many hiking routes. The routes are long and it can take hours to finish them. As you will have some free time, a good option is to walk to the cross of Sant Miguel (approximately 15 minutes away from the monastery), it offers one of the best panoramic views of the mountain and the monastery.
Duration: 30 minutes
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Abadia de Montserrat, Carretera BP-1121 S/N, 08199 Montserrat Spain
Montserrat is a rocky mountain located 50 km to the southwest of Barcelona. It is considered the most significant and important mountain of Catalonia. The etymology of Montserrat comes from Catalan Mont (mountain) and serrat (serrated). The mountain receives its name for its peculiar morphology. In 1987 Montserrat was declared a Natural Park to ensure its conservation. The highest peak is called Sant Jeroni (Saint Jerome) and stands at 1, 236 meters above sea level.
Besides the main monastery of Santa María de Montserrat, there is a great number of small churches and chapels, some of them abandoned. The main monastery stands at 720 meters above sea level. Nowadays there is a community of 80 monks that live there and follow the rule of Saint Benedict.
When you arrive, you will enjoy an introduction to the history of the monastery.
Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes
Stop At: Cremallera de Montserrat, 08691 Monistrol de Montserrat, Barcelona, Spain
Board the cog-wheel train to go up to the mountain and start the visit
Duration: 20 minutes
Stop At: Monestir de Montserrat, Monestir de Montserrat, Bages, Catalonia
By the hand of your guide, learn about the history and architectural style of the Monastery.
Duration: 2 hours
Stop At: Montserrat Museum, Montserrat Spain
During your free time, you will be able to visit the audiovisual exhibition and to taste some typical liqueurs.
Duration: 1 hour
Stop At: Montana de Montserrat, 08199 Montserrat Spain
The Mountain has many hiking routes. The routes are long and it can take hours to finish them. As you will have some free time, a good option is to walk to the cross of Sant Miguel (approximately 15 minutes away from the monastery), it offers one of the best panoramic views of the mountain and the monastery.
Duration: 30 minutes
Additional information
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Infants travel free provided they do not occupy a seat
- Correct dress code is requested to enter the Basilica at Montserrat. It is not permitted to enter with tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or sandals.
- Please be aware that some walking is included during this tour, please come prepared and we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes.
- At Montserrat there is a mountains climate, depending on the season you will need clothes protecting you from the rain and/or cold.
- Near public transportation
- We recommend you to check the timetable of the different facilities that you wish to visit during your free time.
- Infants must sit on laps
- The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination.
- Most travelers can participate
- Please, be at the meeting point 15 minutes before departure time
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
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May 2023
Excellent tour guide (Julia) and beautiful place to visit if ur coming on vacation to Barcelona. Train ride had beautiful views
Excellent tour guide (Julia) and beautiful place to visit if ur coming on vacation to Barcelona. Train ride had beautiful viewsKen B
May 2023
An excellent tour. Sandra our guide was very informative. Learned a lot about the history of Montserrat and the chapel was amazing. Had plenty of time to wander around and visit other points of interest. The view is breathtaking. Recommend visiting the museum while you are there. Unexpected gems ...
An excellent tour. Sandra our guide was very informative. Learned a lot about the history of Montserrat and the chapel was amazing. Had plenty of time to wander around and visit other points of interest. The view is breathtaking. Recommend visiting the museum while you are there. Unexpected gems inside including a couple of Monet's and a Picasso. Thoroughly recommend this tour.anitaladhani
May 2023
Sandra was excellent!!! This trip was everything for us! We enjoyed the cogtrain up… saw the Black Madonna, lighted a candle, went up on the funicular cable cart and enjoyed the views from Mirador and walked up!!! Perfect experience!!! Thx u!!!!
Sandra was excellent!!! This trip was everything for us! We enjoyed the cogtrain up… saw the Black Madonna, lighted a candle, went up on the funicular cable cart and enjoyed the views from Mirador and walked up!!! Perfect experience!!! Thx u!!!!514svetlanau
April 2023
Thanks to the excellent organisation and kind excursion. Facundo and Christina it has been a real pleasure to make this visit with you.
Thanks to the excellent organisation and kind excursion. Facundo and Christina it has been a real pleasure to make this visit with you.JOBCHIS
April 2023
An excellent excursion which was very well managed and with a very good tour guide. I would thoroughly recommend Julia Travel.
An excellent excursion which was very well managed and with a very good tour guide. I would thoroughly recommend Julia Travel.G524DTjoshuad
April 2023
The monastery was beautiful and the view around the monastery was beautiful as well. It was all beautiful. Marta did a great job teaching us about the history of the monastery and the mountains themselves.
The monastery was beautiful and the view around the monastery was beautiful as well. It was all beautiful. Marta did a great job teaching us about the history of the monastery and the mountains themselves.