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6h
Spanish,
English,
Catalan
Depending on the weather
Description
Santa Maria de Montserrat is a Benedictine monastery located on the mountain of Montserrat, just an hour from Barcelona and well known for housing the famous black Mother of God, popularly known as "La Moreneta" and patron saint of Catalonia. As if carved into the steep walls of the mountain, the Monastery stands as one of the most recognisable symbols of Catalonia and has become a point of pilgrimage for believers and a must-see for tourists. Not only is the Monastery of Montserrat of religious importance, but the natural beauty surrounding the monastery is simply stunning. The name "Montserrat" literally means "serrated mountain" in Catalan, and is so called because of its needle-like rock formations.
What we are going to do?
We will meet at a central point in Barcelona to start our experience. After a 45 minute van ride, we will arrive at Montserrat and start the day visiting the Benedictine abbey and discovering its incredible history, before starting a pleasant hiking route in the surroundings. We will get ready and start our route through incredible rock formations. A path that offers us many natural viewpoints with breathtaking views over the abbey and the surrounding forests. We will continue to the highest point of the mountain, from where we will have 360 degree views over the mountain and on clear days we will even be able to see the Pyrenees. After admiring these great landscapes, taking some pictures and tasting some typical snacks of the Catalan gastronomy, we will start descending by a path through the forests of the mountain that will take us back to the abbey, where we will have some free time. Among other things, we can listen to the famous children's choir "the Escolania de Montserrat" singing (Monday to Friday, subject to the capacity of the basilica), or visit the local farmers' market.
Itinerary
Barcelona – Montserrat – Barcelona
What's included?
Transport Barcelona
Montserrat (round trip)
Professional multilingual guide
Typical Catalan snacks
Bottle of water
Hiking poles
Insurance
What should I bring?
Appropriate walking shoes
Comfortable clothing
Waterproof jacket
Sunglasses
Sun cream
Important
Minimum age: 10 years
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts. If you cancel under this time or do not show up, you will not be refunded.
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