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Stop At: Montserrat, Montserrat, Catalonia
Montserrat is a mountain top monastery situated on top of an unusual rock mountain. It is the highest point of the Catalan lowlands. Montserrat monastery hosts “la Moreneta”, also called Black Madonna. The legend says that the benedictine monks found the statue, and they could not move the statue to build their monastery, so they decided to construct it around the statue. Montserrat was designated as a National Park in 1987. Nowadays, it is a site of pilgrimage for people around the world.
Once in Montserrat, enjoy a 45-minute small group guided tour, and then you will have 2 hours to explore on your own. You can visit the Museum, taste the monastery’s homemade liquor, go for an easy walk to Saint Miguel's cross for an incredible viewpoint, go up the Sant Joan Funicular, take wonderful pictures, buy local products from the farmer's market, and more.
Duration: 3 hours
Stop At: Abadia de Montserrat, Carretera BP-1121 S/N, 08199 Montserrat Spain
The origin of the monastery is uncertain, but it is believed that the Virgin of Monsterrat (La Moreneta) was found around 880. (8.30 am and 1.30 pm tours include tickets to La Moreneta). According to the legends, the monks built the monastery around the statue. The monastery still functions to this day with over 70 monks. The basilica of Montserrat began its construction in the 16th century, and now houses an art museum. It is also the place where la Escolania, one of the oldest Boys’ Choirs in Europe, performs during religious ceremonies (you can listen to them on the 9.30 am tour).
Duration: 30 minutes
Stop At: Montserrat Museum, Montserrat Spain
In your free time, you can visit the Montserrat museum, which hosts six permanent art collections and two temporary. You will find pieces from famous artists such as Picasso, Dalí, Caravaggio, and also unknown but talented artists.
Duration: 45 minutes
Stop At: Sant Joan Funicular Lower Station, 08293 Monestir de Montserrat, Barcelona, Spain
In your free time, take the funicular and enjoy the panoramic view of the mountain. The funicular offers a view of the monastery as well as the breathtaking views from the Pyrenees. At the top, you can also visit Aula de Natura (Nature Centre), where you will learn about the history, flora and fauna of the mountain.
Duration: 45 minutes
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Placeta de Vicenç Albert Ballester, Ciutat Vella, Barcelona, Spain
5 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Wheelchair accessible
Stroller accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
Infant seats available
Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Most travelers can participate
Wheelchair accessible (Please let us know if this is your case since we need to arrange with the bus in advance)
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 22 travelers
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Posted By : Joanne_H
Excellent! All 3 guides were super & fun. The church is amazing‼️. I highly recommend this tour. Joanne H
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Posted On : 2024-05-17
Posted By : Andrew_M
This is an updated review. Everything was great except...
on the way back on the bus there was considerable traffic, no one's fault there. As we were passing by the beach on the way back, we asked to be dropped off as it was our next destination. We're parked still, mind you.
We were told due to insurance and other reasons we had to remain on the bus which killed our afternoon plans. MOMENTS LATER... they announced (well before the drop off spot) that one of the guides was running late for his next tour and the bus pulled over and he hopped off????
Man...this is some BS
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : 204megank
Great trip. Elena was a great guide with a lot of good information, very witty. Would recommend. Overall just make sure you check the weather, can get awful cold air n the mountain. Bus has seen better days, but did the job.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : MA_M
This trip was excellent! Daniel, Brian and Edu were funny, smart, and kind tour guides who went above and beyond!
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : SandiC504
Truly amazing, so beautiful! Our guide Rocco was well educated about the area, and a super nice guy. I would not hesitate to recommend this tour 100%.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : lizgray28
Many thanks to Andy for giving us an informative and enjoyable time on our trip to Montserrat. In our free time my son and I sampled the honey and cheeses being sold on stalls along the road and brought a few to take home. The singing of the boys’ choir in the magnificent church was quite an experience and brought silence to a full church. I heartily recommend this trip which is a contrast to the noise of the city of Barcelona.
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Posted On : 2024-05-16
Posted By : 810dionv
They were very acomindating, we missed the initial dates of the tour and they help us reschedule or dates so that we would not miss out on the this fantastic tour of Monserat. Which was a fantastic experience.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : emilypQ559BN
Angie was such a great tour guide and gave us great history about Monsterrat. She was fun, informative, and kind to everyone. Highly recommend this tour.
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : parmpreetr2024
Brian and Edu were entertaining on the way to Montserrat. Brian gave us a background on the way up about Spain which helped add context to the trip. Edu later let us in some more history regarding the mountain. They were helpful in pointing out areas to explore on the mountain. Would recommend!!
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
Posted By : harleenr2024
Brian, Eduardo and Dani were very enthusiastic and gave a thorough history. We appreciated their kindness and humour!
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Posted On : 2024-05-15
