Montserrat with Cog-Wheel Train & Black Madonna Priority Access
Barcelona, ES
84% of travellers recommend this
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Duration: 5 to 7 hours
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Cog-wheel train ride included
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Local guide in English & Spanish
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Access to Basilica & Black Madonna
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Taste 4 local liquors
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Entrance to audio-visual exhibition
Explore Montserrat's breathtaking beauty with priority access to the Black Madonna and enjoy a scenic cog-wheel train ride.
Featured Reviews
Included
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Transportation on an air-conditioned coach -
Access to the basilica and the black madonna
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taste of 4 typical liquors of the area
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Local guide, operating in both spanish and english using radio guide system
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Access to the video mapping (if option is chosen)
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Cog-wheel train up to montserrat
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Entrance to the audio-visual exhibition in montserrat “espai audio visual montserrat”
Excluded
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Gratuities -
Hotel pickup and drop-off
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Food and drinks
Explore Montserrat's breathtaking beauty with priority access to the Black Madonna and enjoy a scenic cog-wheel train ride.
Highlights
- Breathtaking ride on the cogwheel train
- Explore the history of the monastery
- Visit the famous Black Madonna
- Enjoy panoramic views of the mountain
- Taste typical liqueurs
Meeting Point
Please find the Julia Travel Office in Ground floor, Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08018 Barcelona, Spain. It is mandatory to check-in in the counter and after we will go to platform 19
Carrer d'Alí-Bei, 80 Local nº 180 - Planta baja Delante del andén 19 / In front of the Platform 19, 08013 Barcelona , Spain
End Point
Please find the Julia Travel Office in Ground floor, Carrer d'Alí Bei, 80, 08018 Barcelona, Spain. It is mandatory to check-in in the counter and after we will go to platform 19
Carrer d'Alí-Bei, 80 Local nº 180 - Planta baja Delante del andén 19 / In front of the Platform 19, 08013 Barcelona , Spain
What to expect
Julià Travel
Leave our office in Barcelona on an air-conditioned coach towards Montserrat cogwheel train station.
60 minutes
Admission Included
Cremallera de Montserrat
After a 1h drive on the highway, board the cogwheel 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.
20 minutes
Admission Included
Monestir de Montserrat
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 Benedictin Montserrat. Fall in love with the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica and sanctuary.
120 minutes
Black Madonna at Montserrat
Line up and learn about the legend of the miraculous apparition of the Black Madonna and Child in the cave of Santa Cova. To this day, their woodcarving 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.
60 minutes
Admission Included
Montserrat
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, to visit the basilica and the Black Madonna and get a free gift, to shop for locally produced treats or to visit the audio-visual exhibition once our guided tour finishes. We would like to show you some activities that you can do during your free time. Please, bear in mind that your free time is limited so you will have to choose one of the activities. Montserrat Museum: wide variety of archeological artworks from medieval times to avant-garde style. Entrance fee not included on the tour. Hiking routes: although there are plenty of trails to follow, we recommend you to reach the cross of Sant Miquel (approximately 15 minutes from the monastery) as it offers one of the best views of the area.
60 minutes
Julià Travel
Go back to Barcelona on an air-conditioned coach.
60 minutes
Admission Included
The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.
Additional Information
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Public transportation options are available nearby -
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Duration 08:00AM Tour: 5 and a half hours (transportation included). Duration 10:15Am Tour: 6h and 45 minutes (transportation included)
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Correct dress code is requested to enter the Basilica at Montserrat. It is not permitted to enter with tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or sandals.
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Please note that the tour is conducted on foot upon your arrival in Montserrat, come prepared and we recommend wearing comfortable clothes and shoes.
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The weather is mountainous. Depending on the season, you will need warm/rain clothing.
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Check the schedules of the facilities you wish to visit during your free time before your tour.
What our experts say
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Dress in layers; weather can change. -
Try local cheeses at nearby shops.
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Visit Montserrat Museum for art insights.
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Hike to Sant Miquel for stunning views.
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Check exhibition times before visiting.
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