Discover one of the most mystic Catalan wonders on this half day tour. Walk around the sanctuary and imagine the many lives lived by the monks at the site through the centuries. Upgrade your experience with the option that includes the skip the line to the Black Madonna, known as La Moreneta, and the access to the basilica and listen to one of the oldest Boys’ Choir in Europe (depending on schedule).
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Leave our office in Barcelona on an air-conditioned coach towards Montserrat. After a 1h drive on the highway, board the cogwheel train up the mountain and enjoy the amazing views over the area. Admire the Mountain’s peculiar morphology, which comes from the Catalan words Mont (mountain) and Serrat (serrated). World-famous for its rocky geography, Montserrat beautiful scenery was declared National Park in 1987 to protect its natural and cultural wealth.
Follow your local guide through the site and learn about the history and architectural style of the Monastery. A community of 80 monks currently lives and follow the rule of Saint Benedict in Montserrat. Fall in love with the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica and sanctuary. Learn about the legend of the miraculous apparition of the Black Madonna and Child in the cave of Santa Cova. To this day, their woodcarving is kept in the Church of the monastery, which you will be able to visit. The figure is popularly known as La Moreneta (The Black Madonna) as a result of a varnish reaction.
Besides the main area, there are a great number of small churches and trails you can follow. You will be given free time to taste the finest liquors, to visit the basilica and the Black Madonna and get a free gift, to shop for locally produced treats or to visit the audio-visual exhibition once our guided tour finishes.
Details
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Day tour
6h
English / Spanish
Included
- 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”
- Tour operated in both Spanish and English
- Transportation on an air conditioned coach
- Radio guide system
Not included
- Food and drinks, unless specified
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Product code:
BCNMONAM
Meeting point
Julia Travel office, Estació del Nord, ground floor, platform 19. Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80
Additional information
- A dress code is required to enter to the venue. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. No flip flops permitted.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
- Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire.
- No shows will not be refunded.
- Duration 08:00AM Tour: 5 and a half hours (transportation included).
- Duration 10:15Am Tour: 6h and 45 minutes (transportation included)
- Please check the schedule for the facilities you wish to visit at the site.
- The option with Escolanía will only be available during the school period. During the summer months, as well as during tours they undertake, it will not be possible.
