Montserrat Tour with Cogwheel Train, Monastery & Black Madonna

4.4 (13 reviews) Barcelona, Spain
Duration5h - 6h 45m
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish, Spanish
Group sizeUp to 15 travelers

Overview

Journey from Barcelona to breathtaking Montserrat on our comfortable coach! Experience the stunning cogwheel train up this serrated mountain, a protected National Park since 1987. Your local guide will reveal the monastery's rich history where 80 Benedictine monks still follow ancient traditions. Marvel at Gothic and Renaissance architecture before encountering the famous Black Madonna (La Moreneta), the miraculous wooden statue with a fascinating origin story in Santa Cova cave. Enjoy free time to sample local liquors, receive a complimentary gift when visiting the basilica, shop for artisanal treats, or explore the audio visual exhibition. Discover hidden churches and scenic trails throughout this spiritual haven. Book now for the perfect blend of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and spiritual significance in Catalonia's most magnificent mountain sanctuary!

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What's included

  • Transportation on an air conditioned coach
  • Tour operated in both Spanish and English
  • 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”
  • Cog-wheel train up to Montserrat
  • Radio guide system
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect

  1. Barcelona
    Pass by
    Begin your journey on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach leaving the city behind.
  2. Catalonia
    Pass by
    Enjoy scenic views of rolling hills and villages during a relaxing hour-long highway drive.
  3. Monistrol de Montserrat
    15m
    Boarding point for the cogwheel train (Cremallera de Montserrat).
  4. Montserrat Mountains
    15m
    Scenic train line up the mountain.
  5. Montserrat
    20m
    World-famous for its rocky geography, Montserrat beautiful scenery was declared National Park in 1987 to protect its natural and cultural wealth.
  6. Abadia De Montserrat
    1h · Admission ticket included
    Main monastery complex at the heart of the site.
  7. Abadia De Montserrat
    45m · Admission ticket included
    That’s the one located inside Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, home to La Moreneta (the Black Madonna) and part of the Montserrat Monastery complex.
  8. La Moreneta
    15m · Admission ticket included
    Visit the cherished statue of the Virgin Mary and Child, believed to have miraculous powers.
  9. Abadia De Montserrat
    1h
    This is the spiritual and cultural heart of Montserrat. The Monastery itself is a stunning architectural marvel, and the Black Madonna is a revered religious icon, attracting pilgrims and tourists alike.
  10. Santa Cueva de Montserrat
    45m
    Holy cave accessible by foot or funicular (Optional during free time).

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Estació del Nord, ground floor, platform 19. Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80

End point

Estació del Nord, ground floor, platform 19. Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80

Additional information

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Cancellation policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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