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Montserrat Visit with Cog Wheel Train and Traditional Drinks - Half Day Tour - Day Tour

Barcelona
Montserrat Visit with Cog Wheel Train and Traditional Drinks - Half Day Tour - Day Tour
Barcelona
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Leave our office in Barcelona on an air-conditioned coach towards Montserrat. After a 1h drive on the highway, board the cogwheel train up the mountain and enjoy the amazing views over the area. Admire the Mountain’s peculiar morphology comes from the Catalan words Mont (mountain) and Serrat (serrated). World-famous for its rocky geography, Montserrat's beautiful scenery was declared National Park in 1987 to protect its natural and cultural wealth.

Follow your local guide through the site and learn about the history and architectural style of the Monastery. A community of 80 monks currently lives and follow the rule of Saint Benedict in Montserrat. Fall in love with the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica and sanctuary. Learn about the legend of the miraculous apparition of the Madonna and Child in the cave of Santa Cova. To this day, their woodcarving is kept in the Church of the monastery, which you will be able to visit. The figure is popularly known as La Moreneta (The Black Madonna) as a result of a varnish reaction.

Besides the main area, there are a great number of small churches and trails you can follow. You will be given free time to taste the finest liquors, shop for locally produced treats or visit the audio-visual exhibition once our guided tour finishes.

We would like to show you some activities that you can do during your free time after the guided tour. Please, bear in mind that your free time is limited. If you want to enjoy a complete day in Montserrat, we recommend you our full day tour to Montserrat.

Montserrat Museum: wide variety of archeological artworks from medieval times to avant-garde style. Entrance fee not included on the tour.

Hiking routes: although there are plenty of trails to follow, we recommend you to reach the cross of Sant Miquel (approximately 15 minutes from the monastery) as it offers one of the best views of the area.

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Valid Date Ranges

February 2024
02/23/2024 12/31/2024 Call for pricing
Valid for select dates now through 12/31/24. Note: This is a DAY TOUR with no hotel accommodations included. Price is subject to change based on travel date chosen at the time of booking. Price is not reflective of trade fairs, holidays and blackout dates. Full terms and conditions apply. Inquire for full details at the time of booking.

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