DURATION
6 hours
ABOUT
The experience starts in the upper part of Passeig de Gràcia, before journeying to experience the natural splendor of Montserrat, Catalonia’s most emblematic mountain. Topped by a Benedictine Monastery, Montserrat is an ideal half-day trip to spend a fun day in nature, just a few kilometers away from Barcelona.
On the way to the Monastery, admire the Massif of Montserrat, a spectacular multi-peaked rocky range packed with unique needle- shape formations. Upon arrival, visit the Monastery, which was founded in the 10th century and still functions to this day, with over 70 monks. It is also well-known for hosting the figure of La Moreneta (visit not guaranteed) ,who is the patron saint of Catalonia. Your guide will bring history alive by explaining the history and ventures of this Monastery dating nearly a thousand years.
Board the Sant Joan Railway to observe the area’s fascinating flora and fauna. The tour will continue a soft hike replete with verdant beauty while you admire a scenic landscape in Montserrat Natural Park. To recover some energy after the hiking, you will taste the typical Catalan pastry, “coca de Montserrat”. The sweetest way to end this wonderful tour. You will have free time to visit the farmers market, the cafe and the souvenirs stores. At the
end, you will meet your guide again to go back to the bus on the way back to Barcelona.
INCLUDES
NOT INCLUDED
Starting Point: WE BARCELONA PASSEIG DE GRACIA Passatge de la Concepció, 7, 08008 Barcelona
Arrival Point: Gran Via de Carles III, 100 (El Corte Inglés) 08028 Barcelona
What to bring: Wear comfortable clothing and shoes
Important information:
1. Please, be at the check in point 15' minutes before departure time.
Due to logistics matters, the tour must start punctually. Delays will not be tolerated; they will be considered a non-refundable no show.
2. There is a minimum of people required to operate the tour. In case of not reaching the minimum of participants, tour will be rescheduled.
3. there is a minimum number of people required to operate on French and German. Should this minimum not reached, tour will be offered in English.
4. This product is subject to cancellation or rescheduling based on inclement weather.
5. The visit to the Moreneta is not guaranteed, it is subject to availability and depending on the season, as there may be up to 2hrs of queue.
6. On high occupancy days, the Rack Railway will be used instead of the Aerial Cable Car
7. Tour may be affected due to special circumstances or events at the monastery.
*Phone for last-minute emergencies: +34 935 950 869