Highlights
- Discover Montserrat Abbey and the Black Madonna
- Enjoy 2–3 hours of moderate hiking
- Browse the local farmers’ market
- Leave earlier than others to avoid agglomerations
Description
After a 50-minute drive from Barcelona, we first visit the Benedictine Abbey, built in the 11th century and home to Catalonia’s patron saint, the Black Madonna, a strong symbol of spirituality and unity for local people.
After, we hike up to the top, from where we enjoy the stunning views from the Natural Park of Montserrat and the rest of Catalonia from a bird´s eye view. The Mediterranean Sea, the country’s main valley, and the Pyrenees, which form the border with France, are visible in the distance.
During the hike we will walk on the same paths used by pilgrims hundreds of years ago, we will get inspired by Montserrat’s fascinating flora and fauna and we will experience unique ways where rocky pillars and ravines show us how inner mysterious water emerge from the hidden and undiscovered very center of the massif.
Back down in the Monastery area, we have some free time where you can browse amongst regional products in the local farmer’s market before we head back to Barcelona.
Includes
Accident insurance
Certified and professional hiking guide
Tickets: monastery entrance fee
Transportation: round trip in a fully equipped private van between Barcelona and Montserrat
Hiking poles
Excludes
Tips
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Important Information
- The activity is subject to cancellation due to inclement weather
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
