Montserrat Tour with Cogwheel Train, Monastery & Black Madonna

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Montserrat Tour with Cogwheel Train, Monastery & Black Madonna

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€126
Duration
5 h to 6 h 45 min
Group size
Up to 15 travellers
Guide languages
English, Spanish

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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!

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

Not included

Food and drinks, unless specified
Hotel pickup and drop-off

What you will do

Barcelona
Begin your journey on a comfortable, air-conditioned coach leaving the city behind.
Pass by, no stop
Catalonia
Enjoy scenic views of rolling hills and villages during a relaxing hour-long highway drive.
Pass by, no stop
Monistrol de Montserrat
Boarding point for the cogwheel train (Cremallera de Montserrat).
15 min
Montserrat Mountains
Scenic train line up the mountain.
15 min
Montserrat
World-famous for its rocky geography, Montserrat beautiful scenery was declared National Park in 1987 to protect its natural and cultural wealth.
20 min
Abadia De Montserrat
Main monastery complex at the heart of the site.
1 h
Abadia De Montserrat
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.
45 min
La Moreneta
Visit the cherished statue of the Virgin Mary and Child, believed to have miraculous powers.
15 min
Abadia De Montserrat
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.
1 h
Santa Cueva de Montserrat
Holy cave accessible by foot or funicular (Optional during free time).
45 min

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

Important 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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Experience information

Duration:
5 h to 6 h 45 min
Guide languages:
English, Spanish
Ticket type:
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Max travellers:
15
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