2025 Montserrat Travel Guide: Must-see attractions, popular food, hotels, transportation routes (updated in February)

When it comes to Barcelona, many people think of the strange buildings created by Gaudi. In addition to the romantic atmosphere of the city, there are many charming towns around that you should not miss. ㅤ 📍Montserrat A famous pilgrimage site in Spain and the inspiration for Gaudi's Sagrada Familia, a famous monastery village is hidden halfway up the mountain. ✅What to do: Take a train or cable car up the mountain, visit the monastery at the top of the mountain, and listen to the choir sing. 🚗Travel time: About 1 hour ㅤ 📍Girona With beautiful buildings permeated by a variety of cultures and religions, it is also the filming location for King's Landing in Game of Thrones. ✅What to do: Check out the same spots as Game of Thrones, and visit the medieval old town. 🚗Travel time: About 1.5 hours ㅤ 📍Tossa de Mar A beautiful village on the Costa Brava, the filming location for Legend of the Blue Sea, the clear jelly sea is very photogenic. ✅What to do: Check out the photogenic spots, enjoy the view of the city walls, and visit the small wild bays. 🚗Travel time: About 1.5 hours ㅤ 📍Tarragona An important seaport city in ancient Rome, a leisurely town full of historical culture and natural beauty. ✅What to do: Explore various Roman ruins and enjoy the Mediterranean scenery. 🚗Travel time: About 1 hour ㅤ 📍Figueres The hometown of surrealist master Dali, every visitor to this place will be impressed by Dali's extraordinary imagination. ✅What to do: Visit the Dali Theatre-Museum. 🚗Travel time: About 2 hours ㅤ 📍Besalu The whole town is a World Heritage Site, and walking through the ancient buildings is like traveling back to the mysterious Middle Ages. ✅What to do: Take a sightseeing train, and check out the churches and unique street colonnades. 🚗Travel time: About 1.5 hours ㅤ 📍Rupit Like a paradise in the suburbs of Barcelona, the whole village is made of stone, surrounded by green trees, birds, and flowers. ✅What to do: Stroll through the old streets and check out the unique buildings. 🚗Travel time: About 2 hours

As winter fades, the beauty of Montserrat comes alive, welcoming the first signs of spring! 🌸🚗 Take a scenic drive through the winding roads of this breathtaking Catalonian mountain range, where nature awakens with lush greenery, fresh air, and blooming wildflowers. 🌼✨ The journey is just as mesmerizing as the destination—every curve reveals stunning cliffs, panoramic valleys, and charming villages nestled in the foothills. 🏞️☀️ Stop along the way to soak in the views, snap photos, or even enjoy a picnic with a backdrop of towering rock formations. For a truly magical experience, visit Montserrat Abbey, where the peaceful atmosphere and incredible scenery make it a perfect springtime escape. 🏛️🌿 Whether you’re looking for adventure, relaxation, or just a refreshing road trip, this drive is an unforgettable way to welcome the changing season in Catalonia! 🚙🌄 #celebrateit

When you visit Europe, you must explore the charming mountain towns! Just an hour's drive from Barcelona, Montserrat Mountain is famous for its unique jagged rocks. You can easily reach it by train from the city center, making the trip very convenient. The main purpose of this visit is to enjoy the mountain scenery and the monastery. Upon arrival at the foot of the mountain, you can take a cable car directly to the top. The cable car ride is very steep, but the breathtaking scenery along the way, surrounded by mountains, is truly worth it. Once at the top, follow the path to reach Montserrat Monastery. This monastery houses the Black Madonna statue, which is said to have miraculous healing powers, attracting countless pilgrims. However, the queue to worship is very long, so we chose to stay for a while and admire the exquisite interior decorations of the church. The unique chandelier designs and intricate carvings inside the church are something I personally enjoyed very much. Tips / It is recommended to allocate half a day to Montserrat Mountain to easily enjoy the beautiful scenery and culture here. / For those who want to experience hiking, you can also set aside more time to explore the surrounding trails.

Discover the beauty of Montserrat – where stunning views, breathtaking hiking trails, and the iconic Montserrat Monastery await. From the peaks to the serene landscapes, every corner offers a new adventure. For a more relaxed visit, the Aeri de Montserrat cable car is perfect, taking you up to the monastery with a scenic walk around the area. Whatever trail you choose, be sure to check the weather, wear proper footwear, and bring water for a safe, enjoyable hike.🌄 #Montserrat #TravelGoals #AdventureAwaits #MontserratMonastery #HikingAdventures #Wanderlust #ScenicViews #ExploreMontserrat"

Definitely a must visit spot when visiting Barcelona. The view was amazing, unique, sawtooth mountain. This place is very easy to reach from the city, Monserrat is just an hour train ride from Barcelona. Board the train from Placa espana and stop at aeri de montserrat station. Take the cable car or the furnicular to reach the mountain. Had the great view while riding the cable car to the top. A day trip or half day trip is enough to Monserrat truly a beautiful place to visit. #barcelona#cataluña #spain

#newyearnewtrip The archway at Montserrat is part of the monastery's entrance and is often considered a symbolic feature of the site, giving it a grand, welcoming feel. This historic arch is part of the architectural beauty of the monastery and plays a role in its overall design. The archway is a nice place to take pictures, you will get to see a lot of visitors walk around this area and take pictures. Besides that, you can visit the Basilica of Montserrat and the Cloisters.

#newyearnewtrip A street of stalls can be found along the road near the Montserrat Monastery. You will find souvenirs such as Montserrat-themed gifts like postcards, magnets, and t-shirts; local products such as local cheeses, jam, handmade crafts; snacks and refreshments such as nuts, local pastries, ice cream and more at the stalls. It is nice to walk along the stalls and try their local products. The stalls are usually open during day time and especially on weekends and during peak seasons.

#newyearnewtrip The Cremallera de Montserrat is a rack railway that connects Monistrol de Montserrat (a town at the base of the mountain) to the Montserrat Monastery. This railway provides a scenic and unique way to ascend the mountain. The Cremallera de Montserrat starts from Monistrol de Montserrat station, which is easily accessible from Barcelona by train (R4 line to Monistrol de Montserrat). The journey lasts about 15-20 minutes and it runs regularly for every 30 minutes.

#newyearnewtrip The Funicular de la Santa Cova is another funicular located at Montserrat, it takes visitors from the Montserrat Monastery down to the Santa Cova (Holy Cave). Santa Cova (Holy Cave) is an important site in Montserrat's history and religious tradition. Once you're at the monastery, the Funicular de la Santa Cova station is nearby. This funicular will take you down the mountain to the site of the Santa Cova cave and the ride takes about 5 minutes. You will get to enjoy the views of the mountains and landscape.

If you visit Barcelona, don't forget to dedicate one day to see Montserrat and set off early. Easy DIY for me, but I went out late for my travel to the this sanctuary. Could've savor the place more coz sitting and just watching the place and the mountains if just relaxing. I went in December so it's a bit windy and cold, but tolerable at 15-20 degrees. Overall, I loved it. ❤️🥹 #jelaitravels

Great hike!

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#Overseas travel 🇪🇸 Barcelona, ​​Montserrat 🇪🇸 🚃 Two ways to get to Montserrat Monastery 🚠 Cable car (5 minutes) - 8.60 euros (one way) / 13 euros (round trip) - Get off at FGC Aeri de Montserrat Station and follow the stairs next to the railway to find the cable car - 5 minutes - Enjoy the spectacular cliff view - Much shorter ride time than the mountain train - There may be a wait due to the limited number of passengers 🚡 Mountain train (20 minutes) - Get off at Monistrol de Montserrat Station and transfer to the mountain train - 8.10 euros (one way), 13.50 euros (round trip) - Ample passengers and consistent schedule - Close to the monastery - Higher chance of getting a seat when returning on the FGC - Compared to the cable car Ordinary scenery - Longer ride time than the cable car #Spain #Spain travel #Barcelona #Barcelona vicinity #Barcelona vicinity travel #Montserrat #Montserrat monastery #Montserrat cable car

#winhkflight #Barcelona #spain #freehotelstay #Mountain If you have enough time in Barcelona, must visit Montserrat. It is breathtaking and stunning with natural scenery, is worth visiting for a full day tour to explore around. You can travel there easily by train from Barcelona. Address: 50km northwest of Barcelona Reasons to Recommend: Natural scenery view, something different from busy city, Barcelona

#EuropeanTravel - Montserrat Viewpoint Many people who travel to Montserrat just see the statue of the Virgin Mary and leave, but I heard from the guide that it is recommended to visit the viewpoint! I went there after taking my time because I was told that it would only take 20 minutes to get there, but it was a bit uncomfortable because there were a lot of steep slopes and dirt roads! But as soon as I arrived, I liked the wide open view and the photos I took with the monastery in the background, so I recommend you visit it even though it is difficult!

Montserrat is a multi-peaked mountain range located near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. The mountain range is part of the Catalan Pre-Coastal Range and its highest peaks are Sant Jeroni (1,236 m), Montgrós (1,120 m) and Les Agulles (903 m). The mountain range is a popular destination for tourists visiting Barcelona. It is easy to get to Montserrat from Barcelona by train, bus, rental car, or tour. The journey takes about 1.5 hours one way and visitors can enjoy the breathtaking views from the monastery. The Benedictine Abbey and the Basilica are the main attractions of Montserrat. Visitors can also enjoy the famous Boys Choir at Montserrat, the Montserrat Museum, Santa Cova Chapel, Sant Miquel’s Cross, Funicular de Sant Joan, and Sant Jeroni. A visit to Montserrat is a unique experience that offers views over Catalonia and a chance to explore Catalonia's most important religious retreat. #christmastrip

Estas son las montanas de Montserrat antes de llegar monasterio Bellas