Enjoy Montserrat Morning Tour - Barcelona

Montserrat, ES
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Highlights

  • Explore the magical mountain of Montserrat
  • Learn about the history and architecture of the Monastery
  • Marvel at the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica
  • Discover the legend of the Black Madonna and Child
  • Visit the Church of the monastery and see the famous wood carving

What to expect

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Montserrat Monastery

Board a coach from our office in central Barcelona to the magical mountain of Montserrat. Famous for its peculiar morphology, its name 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 Black 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.

Duration 330 minutes

Additional Information

  • Additional information
    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by REMAZ TOURS GmbH

What our experts say

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    Wear comfortable shoes for walking.
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    Try the local liquors at the tasting.
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    Plan to visit the Black Madonna shrine.
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    Explore nearby hiking trails after.
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    Grab lunch at nearby Montserrat restaurants.

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