Montserrat and cog-whell train

Take this unique opportunity to climb iconic Mount Montserrat by rack railway enjoying spectacular views as you go. Discover this magical mountain spiritual centre of Catalonia and a place of pilgrimage for many Catalans. The Natural Park of the Mountain of Montserrat is a unique natural environment with its singular rock formations. It also houses the Abbey of Montserrat, a Benedictine Monastery with almost 1000 years of history.

After driving through picturesque little villages you will arrive at the incomparable setting of the mountain of Montserrat, rising majestically to 1235m. To get to the mountain we will climb almost 550m by the Montserrat Rack Railway, departing from Monistrol station. The train follows the remarkable contours of the mountains,providing you with unforgettable views over Montserrat and the surrounding countryside.

Montserrat is a unique natural park containing one of the country's most important museums and the shrine of the patron saint of Catalonia. Visit the Royal Basilica, housing the Moreneta or Black Madonna, a 12th Century Romanesque carving. The Basilica has been one of the most important pilgrimage sites in Spain for centuries. On some days the children's choir sings in the monastery at midday, and so you may be fortunate enough to catch one of their delightful performances.

Enjoy a brief audio-visual presentation and learn all about life behind the Monastery walls, Afterwards you will get the chance to taste a liqueur prepared in the Abbey and have plenty of time to explore the attractions of Montserrat for yourselves, including the Basilica, the choir, the museums, the cable car and the Moreneta herself.

Meeting / Pick up point: Carrer Balmes, 5.
Duration: Approx. 5 hours.
Start or opening time: Available at 9.30am. Operation days depending on language selected.
Languages: English and Spanish German, French, Italian.

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In Spanish at 9.30 am

Appropriate age for child ticket from 8 to 15 years