Montserrat with Cogwheel Train
After a 1h drive on the highway, board the cogwheel train up the mountain and enjoy the amazing views over the area. Admire the Mountain’s peculiar morphology, which comes from the Catalan words Mont (mountain) and Serrat (serrated). World-famous for its rocky geography, Montserrat beautiful scenery was declared National Park in 1987 to protect its natural and cultural wealth.
Follow your local guide through the site and learn about the history and architectural style of the Monastery. A community of 80 monks currently lives and follow the rule of Saint Benedict in Montserrat. Fall in love with the Gothic and Renaissance details of the basilica and sanctuary. Learn about the legend of the miraculous apparition of the Black Madonna and Child in the cave of Santa Cova. To this day, their woodcarving is kept in the Church of the monastery, which you will be able to visit. The figure is popularly known as La Moreneta (The Black Madonna) as a result of a varnish reaction.
Besides the main area, there are a great number of small churches and trails you can follow. You will be given free time to taste the finest liquors, to visit the basilica and the Black Madonna, to shop for locally produced treats or to visit the audio-visual exhibition once our guided tour finishes.
Tour Details
Included
- Access to the Basilica and the Black Madonna
- Cog-wheel train up to Montserrat
- Entrance to the audio visual exhibition in Montserrat “Espai Audio visual Montserrat”
- Radio guide system
- Taste of 4 typical liquors of the area
- Transportation on an air conditioned coach
Not Included
- Hotel Pick Up & Drop Off
- Lunch
Notes
- A dress code is required to enter. Knees and shoulders MUST be covered for both men and women. No flip flops permitted
- Closed-toe shoes recommended
- Comfortable clothes and coat for cellars recommended
- Tour requires 4 participants to operate
