Montserrat Monastery Afternoon Tour with Cog-wheel Train from Barcelona

After convening at a central meeting point in Barcelona, board an air-conditioned coach bus destined for Montserrat, home to one of Spain’s most prestigious pilgrimage sites.

On reaching the foot of the mountain, hop on a cogwheel train, and learn about the effect that hundreds of years of erosion have had on the mountain. On arrival at the Benedictine abbey at the mountain’s summit, take a guided tour and admire La Moreneta, otherwise known as Our Lady of Montserrat.

After free time to explore the monastery grounds independently, return to your original Barcelona departure point by coach.

• Avoid the headache of coordinating train times with the cogwheel train and cable car
• Listen to info crucial to understanding the significance of the monastery 
• Entrance fees are included

The mountaintop monastery of Montserrat is notoriously difficult to reach. Eliminate the hassle of coordinating times between trains and cable cars on a stress-free tour from Barcelona. In addition to a guided tour of Benedictine Santa Maria de Montserrat monastery, one of Spain’s most important pilgrimage sites, ascend Montserrat mountain in a cogwheel train that affords spectacular views. Plus, entrance fees are included.

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Infants travel free provided they do not occupy a seat
Note that the La Escolania children's choir does not perform in the afternoon
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
The duration of the tour includes the round trip to the destination.
Queues to see the Black Madonna may occur depending on season.
Please note that there are different departure times depending on the seasons.
Infants must sit on laps
No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 25 travelers