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Morning Tour of Montserrat

Discover the Montserrat mountain range near Barcelona and visit the Royal Basilica which houses the famous "Black Madonna".

The essentials

Discover the Montserrat mountain range near Barcelona and visit the Royal Basilica which houses the famous "Black Madonna".

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Duration
5 hours 30 minutes
Languages
English
Spanish
Starting time
8:00 AM - 10:15 AM
Cancellation Free cancellation with conditions

Highlights

An excursion into the heart of the Catalan countryside

See the "Black Madonna"

Description

Discover the mountainous massif of Montserrat, just a few kilometers from Barcelona, and admire its Black Madonna and royal basilica!

After a 1-hour bus journey from the center of Barcelona, you'll reach the heights of the massif, by cogwheel train.

Once you've reached the San Jeroni summit at over 1,236 meters, you'll enjoy breathtaking views of the Catalonia Pyrenees and the Mediterranean. The massif's name comes from the Catalan words "Mont" and "Serrat" meaning "jagged mountain", a more than evocative name for this giant of rocks and needles classified as a National Park in 1987.

Your guide will then accompany you to the Royal Basilica of the monastery of Montserrat, a truly exceptional site and emblem of the Catalonia region. Here you'll discover the famous Black Madonna, Patron Saint of Catalonia, and discover Gothic and Renaissance architecture rich in detail.

At the heart of the monastery, and depending on option, you may have the opportunity to hear the children's choir singing around midday (depending on your day of visit).

You'll then enjoy some free time to sample 4 traditional monastery liqueurs and explore the surrounding area. Why not take a short walk to the Croix de Sant Miquel? You'll enjoy one of the best views of the surrounding area.

You'll finally reach Barcelona in the early afternoon, admiring the picturesque and typically Catalan villages parading along the road.

Alcohol is dangerous for your health. Drink in moderation.

Important information

  • Availability: every day (except in exceptional cases)
  • Departure: Carrer d’Alí Bei
     
  • To take part in this activity, simply present your voucher at the meeting point
  • In order to respect the places of worship you will be visiting, we ask you not to wear flip-flops, shorts, skirts that stop above the knees or sleeveless clothes or clothes unsuited to the place
  • Free time on site is limited
  • The activity takes place in groups of 30 people maximum

Included

  • Transportation by bus and cogwheel train to Montserrat

  • Guided tour of the Royal Basilica of Montserrat

  • Audiovisual presentation of the Montserrat monastery

  • Tasting of local liqueurs

  • Professional simultaneous guide in English and Spanish

Not included

  • Lunch
  • All drinks not included in the package
  • Any purchases made on site
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • All other extras

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