[2025 Barcelona Attraction] Travel Guide for Montserrat (Updated Mar)

A day trip hike to Montserrat, near Barcelona, offers a fantastic blend of stunning natural beauty and spiritual significance. The jagged peaks of the Montserrat mountain range rise dramatically from the surrounding landscape, providing a breathtaking backdrop for your hike. You can start with a train journey from Barcelona to the base of the mountain. From there, you can choose from various hiking trails, ranging in difficulty, that wind through the unique rock formations and offer panoramic views of the Catalan countryside. Many trails lead to the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, a historic monastery perched high on the mountainside, home to the Black Madonna (La Moreneta), the patron saint of Catalonia. Exploring the monastery, including its basilica and museum, is a highlight of the trip. We took the cable car up to the monastery, before taking the furnicular up towards the peak. Afterwards, it is a short 300m elevation climb to the peak of Montserrat at 1236m above sea level. After your hike and exploration, you can enjoy the views and perhaps a meal at one of the restaurants near the monastery before returning to Barcelona by train, filled with the fresh mountain air and the inspiring scenery. #hiddengems

#mountain climbing #100 ways to travel When traveling to Spain, you have to climb mountains! And it's not an ordinary mountain, but #MonserratMount Montserrat, also known as the #Sawtooth Mountain. It is located in the northern suburbs of Barcelona. First take a train to the cable car station at the foot of the mountain (about 1 hour), and then transfer to the cable car or cog train to #MonserratMonastery Abadia de Montserrat. The majestic stone stands right in front of you, which is super shocking! #Monserrate Monastery is a very interesting monastery. It has the legendary Black-faced Madonna and a young poetry group. Because the monastery rises from the steep terrain, it has an excellent view. There is not only something to see, some to rest, but also a restaurant. After visiting the monastery, you can go to several hiking trails, because Montserrat is a sandstone mountain with a unique landform, with strange rocks and cliffs. The jagged mountains left by river erosion, deep canyons, and bizarre rock peaks and pillars, as well as dense forests, create Montserrat's unique scenery. For general tourists, it is recommended to walk to #圣麦奎尔十字Sant Miquel, which is a cross observation deck standing on a cliff. You can have a complete overlook of the entire Monserrate Peak, the monastery, and the cable car. It is quite shocking! One cannot help but admire the wonders of nature, and be sure to come and take pictures. #SpainTravel #Monserrat #Barcelona #Hike #100WaysToTravel #barcelona #montserrat

#2024wish In last year January, I have been one of the famous city in Spain and that is Barcelona ! During that time, I have been Montserrat to see the mountain, walking around the black Madonna and so on. I learnt about the history and admired the beautiful view in there. After the Montserrat , I have been the seaside to watch the sea with my friends and spent a lovely time in there to chat. I really miss there and I can’t wait to go back in April ! #tripcom

Montserrat is one of the stunning natural landscape near to Barcelona. In this place, you can explore different spot in there, such as the Black Madonna, the local market and the monastery. I have been this place last week and i really like the landscape in here as I am able to see the whole view of Montserrat and the mountains in here are insane ! If you are near to Barcelona or either in Barcelona, please come to visit !

I always adore mountain and sea, loving nature and adventure like hiking. Barcelona is famous for football, but people seldom notice of it's nature side. De-Montserrat is super high mountain located at Spain. You can reach it by train. It's better to come during sunny days even though it may be hot. Explore the area and take one day to adore the building and nature around. View from top is amazing. It's cold but not like winter. Would be perfect if you have friends to tag along with. I tag my local friend to accompany me in this trip. It's good if you have someone who can speak spanish. #triptoeurope #explorer #spain #discovereurope #exploreeurope #barcelonatravel #mountain #urbanexplorer

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.

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

🧗 Montserrat, just an hour from bustling Barcelona, is an absolute gem for nature lovers, history buffs, and spiritual seekers alike! Known for its stunning mountain range, this spot is home to the Benedictine Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, an architectural marvel nestled among surreal rock formations. Inside, you’ll find the famous Black Madonna statue, a revered religious icon. For those into hiking, Montserrat offers multiple scenic trails with varying levels of difficulty. The St. Joan funicular takes you up to higher altitudes for panoramic views, and from there, you can hike to San Jeroni – the highest point of Montserrat, with jaw-dropping views of Catalonia. If you prefer a leisurely walk, there are easier trails near the monastery itself, perfect for enjoying the natural beauty without a strenuous climb. 💡 Travel Tips: Start your trip early to avoid crowds at the monastery and trails. Check the schedule of the Montserrat Boys' Choir, as their heavenly voices are a highlight. Wear comfortable shoes, bring water, and don't forget your camera – the views are truly picture-perfect! #voyagevibes #barcelona #hike

What a breathtaking place! The monestart on top is so beautiful and the view is stunning!

#2024wish In last summer holiday 2023, I have been Barcelona again to visit and go sightseeing with my family. I will say the architecture in Barcelona are amazing and they all look unique and attractive. The colours and design are great. Furthermore, I have been a mountain which is called Montserrat which is 1 hour closed to Barcelona. This mountain is gigantic and huge!! Overall, it was a good trip and I couldn’t wait to come to visit again. #Barcelona

#wheretogo When visiting Barcelona in Spain, one of the top attractions not to be missed is the Santa Maria de Monserrat Abbey, located a couple of hours’ drive away from Barcelona. This is a Benedictine monastery with beautiful architecture. Whether you are religious or not, visiting the Black Madonna (wooden sculpture) at Montserrat is a spiritual and worthwhile experience. You will join in line with a group of people, many of whom have come as pilgrims to the statue. The Monastery is also located on top of Montserrat mountain with fantastic panaromic views. Well worth a visit as the outstanding views are just breathtaking! My rating of this attraction: 4.5 ⭐️ out of 5!

#beachvacation#mountainview we decided to scape from the heat of Barcelona and make a short trip to Montserrat. it is a Monastery on the top of the mountains about 1 hour and 20 minutes by train from Barcelona. There is the option of getting the Zip train, or the funicular, similar to those cabins form the ski resorts that take you up to the mountain. I recommend this second option, the views are amazing. On the top you will have some shops and restaurant, there are also hiking routes from where you will see all he valley.

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#fallingforfall I never imagined I would be doing some form of hiking during my trip to Barcelona. That's exactly what I did when I visited Montserrat. Montserrat is a multi-peaked mountain range near Barcelona, in Catalonia, Spain. It's one of the most unique mountains I have ever seen. Not only the mountains are a spectacle, the monastery on top is also a majestic views. As for the hiking, I wanted to do so cause I wanted to reach the peak of the mountain. I was so glad that I did so because it was such a beautiful sight from up there, having a panoramic view of the city. The cool weather made the hiking less stressful too.

Arrived at #Barcelona #Spain airport around 1pm. Passed through immigration easily. The immigration officer was a handsome young man, dark-skinned, as handsome as rumored, with a good figure and not too old, able to be a movie star at any counter. And the female officers who took care of the orderliness around there were all beautiful and sharp-featured, making tourists like me and many others excited (guessing) that we would meet handsome young men and women all over the country (but what we met all over Spain...wasn't like that. Here, the most handsome and beautiful 😂 They probably select their immigration officers based on looks 😄) Go straight to the Sixt car rental counter. There were only 4-5 customers, no need to wait at all. The staff informed me that the small Smart for 2 car I rented was not finished cleaning yet. I had to wait for about half an hour. At first, I agreed to wait. He offered to buy additional insurance with him. I didn't buy it before because I intended to buy it here, so I agreed. In case the car had a little scratch, I wouldn't have to argue and get annoyed. Negotiate the insurance price. I got a big discount (I'll tell you). While he was filling in the information, I talked. While waiting, he offered to change cars. I don't have to wait and will upgrade for me. Plus free navigators in the car. He showed me pictures of many cars to choose from. I couldn't decide, so I told him to choose for me. Let's choose the one that suits me. He said that I was traveling alone and needed a small car to travel to many cities for more than 2 weeks. There must be no limit on the distance traveled per day and no limit on the total distance traveled. He said that changing the car would not change the conditions that were previously agreed upon, so don't worry. He chose an Audi Q2. It didn't look big in the picture, so I agreed. When I got down to pick up the car...OMG, the car was bigger than I thought. I asked the delivery guy downstairs if I could change it because the car was too big. He asked where you were going to drive and said that small cars are not suitable for long distances. This car is the most suitable for me. Okay, I don't want anyone to have a hard time. He taught me how to use the Navigator. I didn't understand it clearly. He told me to set the route to the accommodation in #montserrat first. I thought I would study it myself later at the accommodation (I was wrong😒). After getting used to the car for a while, I drove out of the parking building and got on the expressway. It was very convenient. It was comfortable to drive and get used to the car and the road. And the habits of fellow road users first From the airport to Montserrat, look at Google, the distance is 58 km, it takes 49 minutes, the expressway road is very good, there are quite a lot of cars. When it's close, it turns off the expressway. This time it's a narrow road like the entrance to the village, going up the hill a little bit, and then you reach the accommodation. The accommodation is a youth center, there is a large swimming pool, there is a spacious parking lot, it's a large building, there is a restaurant, there are places to do activities. It seems that most of the customers are students, athletes and families. There are very few tourists like me. I asked the receptionist if I would like to go to Montserrat tomorrow. She suggested that I should go now because there will be fewer people, no need to queue, it's only about 5 km away. She suggested to park the car and take the tram up to the top of the mountain. If you go now, you should make it in time. So I followed her suggestion. The way to Montserrat from the accommodation, you have to drive through the mountain. The road is a narrow road, winding along the side of the mountain, winding back and forth. You have to drive slowly and be very careful because there will be many sharp curves. One side is a mountain, the other side is a view of the plain below. The trees are unfamiliar, it looks comfortable and beautiful. When you break through the mountain, you will reach the city. It's a small city. It is a tram stop, the second station before going up to the top of the mountain. Actually, you can drive up to the top of the mountain, but they (various websites) recommend that there is limited parking on the top of the mountain and you have to pay a high parking fee. There may not be any parking, so it is better not to risk it. I read the advice that you have to park your car in the parking building (free) and then buy a round-trip ticket. There was no one at the station. I knocked on the window to buy a ticket and waited at the station. Not long after, the tram came. The view on both sides of the way up is very beautiful. It is a mountain with strange shapes, lumps like durian. It is quite far. It should take about half an hour to reach the last station on the top of the mountain. On the top of the mountain is a small town with a church, a hotel, restaurants, and shops. It is a town for tourists only. Walk to see the church and see the surrounding town. Some tourists also climb the mountain along the path that they have provided. Today, I have been traveling all day, so I think I will not be able to do it. I am afraid that I will not make it back in time for the last tram, so I will not go up. When I got off the car, I turned on the navigator back to the accommodation. I did not know how to set it up. It did not look like what they taught. I saw someone come to the car. He was about to drive away, so I went to ask for help. He taught me how to set up the navigator. He could speak a little English, but he was kind enough to set it up for me. After setting, he drove away. I followed him. When we reached the intersection, he drove away and waited. I guess he should go the same way as me. I'm not sure why he waited, but unfortunately he went to the right. But the navigator in the car told me to turn left. I felt sorry and didn't want him to worry and waste my time anymore. So I turned in the opposite direction. Let's learn how to set it myself again. The one he set was to drive in a circle back to the original place. I tried setting it again and drove back to the original place. So I used Google Maps on my phone to navigate back to the hotel. My phone's battery was almost dead because it was cold. I took a lot of photos and videos. I didn't prepare a charger or a backup battery because I thought that driving would be fine. It was scary to think like this. If the battery ran out, what would I do? How would I get back to the hotel? I couldn't remember the way at all. 😱😰😓 When I got back to the hotel, it was almost 9 pm. The sky was starting to get dark. I was nervous the whole way back because I was driving on a narrow mountain road in the forest. There were no lights. There were no cars following or oncoming. Sigh... There was another exciting thing to do today. I learned another life lesson: don't be careless. Wherever you go, always have a backup battery for your phone. #Europe #Spain