Private excursion to Montserrat with cog-wheel train
A private tour to Montserrat with the cog-wheel train
Incluido
- 5-hour private Excursion to Montserrat from Barcelona with private vehicle
- 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 the Monastery
- Local guide
- Pick up and drop off at the hotel in Barcelona city
- Radio guide system
Notas
- Please note this excursion has some walking parts. Wear appropriate attire.
- Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately.
Restricciones
- CANCELLATION POLICY: 48 hours free of charge. Less than 48 hours or No Show 100%.
Información esencial
- MEETING POINT: Barcelona city center hotel pick up
- CANCELLATION POLICY: 48 hours free of charge. Less than 48 hours or No Show 100%.
- Important: It is essential to inform the hotel or apartment booked if possible at the time of booking
After a 1h drive on the highway, board the cog-wheel train up the mountain and enjoy the amazing views over the area. Admire the Mountain’s peculiar morphology, which comes from the Catalan words Mont (mountain) and Serrat (serrated). World-famous for its rocky geography, Montserrat 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 wood carving 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.
