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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: 1 hour
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Julià Travel, Carrer d'Alí-Bei, 80 Local nº 180 - Planta baja Delante del andén 19 / In front of the Platform 19, Eixample, 08013 Barcelona, Spain
6 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Infants must sit on laps
Most travelers can participate
Duration 08:00AM Tour: 5 and a half hours (transportation included). Duration 10:15Am Tour: 6h and 45 minutes (transportation included)
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.
We recommend you to check the timetable of the different facilities that you wish to visit during your free time.
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : ThomasD_D
Nice trip to the Monastery. Wish there had been a little more interaction with the guide at end of tour when we say the "Roman Soldiers" parading about. Didn't know what, where, who about them.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : BettyJo_C
This tour was unbelievable. A must tour for anyone visiting Barcelona. Our guide as all Viator tour guides was very knowledgeable and very experienced in the location (mountains, surrounding mountains), the history. Just overall a very emotional tour.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : john_a
Beautiful trip only issue was it was not enough time to hike this spot which is known for the hiking. If you just want to see the monastery and a few surrounding area’s then this is for you. Our guide was great and friendly and answered all questions
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : larrymB1823DU
Gloria was an amazing, helpful guide. She did her very best to accommodate my mobility issues. Would definitely recommend.
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : kathy_v
Seeing the black Madonna was an experience. Thought the cost was not worth it. Our tour guide was lovely and added a few stories but hardly used the headsets at all. No advice on the best way to see the sights and no skipping the lines
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Posted On : 2024-05-14
Posted By : Beverly H
Would have liked a little more time to be able to see everything I would have liked too. Big queues for the trip to the top of the mountain, was disappointed I didn’t get there.
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Posted On : 2024-05-13
Posted By : Mahesh_J
The visit was nice and smooth. Guide was knowledgeable. Only problem was the. Headphones could not be used during the tour as the system had some. fault. The guide had to speak loudly so everyone can hear.
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Posted On : 2024-05-12
Posted By : Margaret_M
Montserrat is breathtaking and it has a unique history. I finally got to see La Moraneta which I missed on a previous trip. She was worth the wait. Our tour guide was knowledgeable and fun.
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : 17splash
The tour guide ( Valeria/Valery) was very friendly helpful informative and easy to understand. She managed to communicate without the audio due to some technical difficulties. She apologized and was transparent in her assessment of the situation which was not her fault in general ( although- whoever maintains the functionalities of the audio should be more thorough so the issue would’ve been avoided ). Overall the tour was beautiful and enjoyable with good learning historically and religiously. 5 Stars for Valeria👍
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
Posted By : Virginia_H
On time. Our guide is nice n pretty. The bus was kind of tight but feel comfortable you are seated. The ride was great
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Posted On : 2024-05-11
