Product Information
Montserrat (AM) with access to the Virgin
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| SCHEDULE | Daily except Optional Escolanía: Monday to Friday TIME: 09:30 hrs
15 minutes before departure time *Non-show at the established time does not give the right to a refund* NOT OPERATING: Montserrat: 02, 09, 16, 22 and 30 Oct; 06 Nov; Dec 25 and Jan 1. Others to be confirmed. Montserrat with access to the Escolanía: Saturdays and Sundays. Oct 12; Nov 1; Dec 6 and 8; from December 24 to January 6. Others to be confirmed. |
| PRESENTATION | Here are some activities you can do during your free time. Keep in mind that time is limited and you should choose the one you most want: Museum: presents a wide variety of archaeological pieces and works ranging from medieval times to avant-garde art. The entrance is not included in the tour. Sant Joan funicular and Santa Cova funicular: they allow you to reach different points of the mountain. The price of the tickets is not fixed. included in the tour price. Hiking trails: the mountain is surrounded by mountains. Full of hiking trails for all levels. For fantastic panoramic views we recommend walking to St. Michael's Cross (approximately fifteen minutes walk from the monastery). |
| DURATION | 5 ½ hours approx. (The duration of the tour includes transportation) |
| MEETING | |
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| CLOSING SALES | |
| LANGUAGE | Spanish and English. |
Highights
Get on one of our buses in Barcelona to the magical mountain of Montserrat. Famous for its peculiar morphology, its name comes from the Catalan Mont (mountain) and Serrat (serrated). World famous for its rocky landscape, the Montserrat mountain was declared a National Park in 1987 to protect its cultural and natural heritage.
Follow your local guide and discover the history of the Monastery, as well as as its architectural style. Fall in love with the fusion of Gothic and Renaissance styles in its basilica and sanctuary. Discover that the importance of the place is due to the legend that tells of the miraculous appearance of a representation of the Virgin with the baby Jesus in one of the caves on the mountain, the Santa Cova. Visit this wooden carving, kept today in the monastery Church. The figure is popularly known as La Moreneta due to a reaction of the varnish over time, which has darkened it.
Montserrat is very linked to spirituality. Today a community of 80 monks inhabit the place following the rule of Saint Benedict. For this reason, in addition to the main monastery, the mountain is home to a large number of churches and hermitages, some already abandoned.
Your guided tour includes a tasting of excellent typical liquors and a visit to the Audiovisual Space. After the guided tour you will have free time to access the basilica and visit La Moreneta, admire the fabulous landscape and visit the market for agricultural and typical products of the area. With your visit to La Moreneta you will get a souvenir gift.
You can complete your experience by adding the option that allows you to listen to the Escolanía de Montserrat, one of the oldest children's singing choirs from Europe who sing every weekday at 1:00 p.m. (subject to calendar).
Short description
? Food and drinks, except those specified. ? Hotel pickup and drop-off service.
Long description
Discover one of the most mystical Catalan wonders on this half-day tour. Walk around the sanctuary and imagine the different lives of the local monks through the centuries. You will be able to skip the line to visit the basilica and the Black Virgin popularly known as “la Moreneta” and you will get a free gift. Complete your experience with the option that allows you to listen to the Escolanía, one of the oldest children's choirs in Europe.
Included
Cancellation before 24 hours: no charge / Less than 24 hours or no show: 100%
- Check the hours of the facilities you wish to visit during free time before your tour.
- Please note that the tour takes place on foot upon arrival in Montserrat.
- This activity/excursion has a maximum of 30 people per guide.
Not Included
? Access to the Basilica and “La Moreneta”.
? Optional: Access to listen to the Escolanía.
? Tasting of 4 typical liqueurs.
? Entrance to the audiovisual space “Espai Audiovisual Montserrat”.
? Local guide
? Radio guide system
? Bilingual tour (English/Spanish)
? Transportation by air-conditioned coach.
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