Shared Tour: Montserrat Half Day Afternoon Tour with Cog-Wheel Train
This tour offers a wonderful opportunity to explore the Montserrat mountain in Barcelona. Guests will be picked up from the meeting point and travel on a bus to the mountain, past interesting rock forms shaped over the centuries by wind and rain. Some of the peaks resemble human or animal shapes, giving rise to legends explaining their unique origins. Guests will be able to ride the Cog-Wheel Train up the mountain while admiring breathtaking views through its panoramic windows. The Royal Basilica of Montserrat at the top houses the famous 12th century Romanesque carving of Virgen Moreneta (The Black Madonna). The Benedict Sanctuary of Montserrat provides a mystical backdrop for the statue of this patron saint of Catalonia, who is said to have performed many miracles for pilgrims. The tour concludes with some free time for guests to visit the audiovisual exhibition about the history and creation of Montserrat, and sample the native liquors.
Duration:
Approximately 4.5 hours.
Start Time:
3:00pm (17 Mar 2025 – Oct 2025); 2:00pm (1 Nov 2024 – 16 Mar 2025).
Inclusions:
Transportation in air-conditioned coach, Cog–Wheel train ticket, and entry to Montserrat. This is subject to change depending on the day of the tour.
Exclusions:
Transportation to and from hotel, meals and beverages, gratuities.
Meeting point:
Estació del Nord, Ground floor, Platform 19, Carrer d’Alí Bei 80.
Ending point:
Estació del Nord, Ground floor, Platform 19, Carrer d’Alí Bei 80.
Not Suitable For:
Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, and strollers.
Important Information:
This tour only operates on Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. This tour does not operate on January 1& 5, September 24, and December 25.
Please dress appropriately for your visit to the Montserrat Basilica; tank tops, strapless shirts, short shorts or sandals will not be permitted.
This tour includes walking; comfortable shoes are recommended.
Depending on the season, please dress for protection from rain and/or cold.
This tour is provided on a reserved basis prior to departure.
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