Discover one of Catalonia's most mystical wonders on this half-day tour
included with
* Cog-wheel train down from Montserrat
* Access to the Black Madonna.
* Taste of 4 typical liquors of the area.
* Entrance to the audio-visual exhibition in Montserrat “Espai Audio visual Montserrat”. Exhibition based on three fundamental pillars: the mountain, the monastery and the sanctuary.
* Local guide.
* Tour operated in both Spanish and English.
* Radio guide system.
* Transportation on an air-conditioned coach
excluded by
* Food and drinks, unless specified.
* Hotel pickup and drop-off
Essential
Information
* This tour will have a maximum of 30 travelers per guide.
* Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
* Please check the schedule for the facilities you wish to visit at the site.
* Please note this is a walking tour on arrival at the site. Wear appropriate attire
Restrictions
* CANCELLATION POLICY 24 hours free of charge. Less than 24 hours or No Show 100%
Detailed Description
Leave Barcelona aboard one of our comfortable coaches and enjoy an unforgettable excursion to Montserrat, one of Catalonia's most iconic destinations. Montserrat is world-famous for its rocky landscape, which was declared a National Park in 1987 to protect its cultural and natural heritage.
Accompanied by your local guide, you will discover the history of Montserrat Monastery and its unique architecture. Marvel at the harmonious combination of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its basilica and sanctuary. You will learn about the legend that explains the great spiritual importance of the place: the miraculous appearance of an image of the Madonna and Child in one of the caves in the mountain, the Santa Cova. This wood carving, popularly known as La Moreneta, is preserved today in the monastery church. Its characteristic dark colour is due to the oxidation of the varnish over time.
Montserrat is also an important centre of spirituality. A community of approximately 80 Benedictine monks currently lives in the monastery, following the Rule of Saint Benedict. In addition to the main monastic complex, the mountain is home to numerous churches and hermitages, some of which are now abandoned, reinforcing the mystical character of the place.
Your guided tour includes tasting excellent local liqueurs, a visit to the Audiovisual Space and access to La Moreneta. After the guided tour, you will have free time to admire the fabulous scenery and visit the market selling local agricultural and typical products.
At the end of the tour, we will descend on the Montserrat cogwheel train, a comfortable and spectacular way to leave the mountain behind while enjoying unique panoramic views of the massif and its natural surroundings. This journey offers a privileged perspective of the landscape and becomes an unforgettable experience for visitors
