Montserrat Tour: Train Ride & Monastery Visit
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Overview
Experience Montserrat + Zip Train from Costa Brava. This tour takes you to the stunning Montserrat Mountain and Monastery, a place of great religious significance and natural beauty. The mountaintop Benedictine monastery, almost 1000 years old, is nestled halfway up the mountain, sheltered by its majestic peaks.
Visitors can explore the Basilica, where the revered La Moreneta (The Virgin of Montserrat), the patron saint of Catalonia, resides. The community of monks also runs a boy's school dedicated to music. Enjoy a taste of local culture with a Montserrat Liqueur tasting.
This experience provides skip-the-line access, so you'll avoid long queues and maximize your time exploring this iconic landmark. Please note that this experience does not include entry tickets to the museum.
Highlights
Visit the Montserrat Monastery: Explore a nearly 1,000-year-old Benedictine monastery.
See La Moreneta: Visit the basilica and see the patron saint of Catalonia.
Enjoy Montserrat Liqueurs: Taste local flavors with a provided liqueur tasting.
Ride the Zip Train: Enjoy a scenic ride up to Montserrat Mountain.
Sentiment Analysis
Most customers enjoyed the tour and thought it was a great way to see Montserrat. The beautiful views and helpful guide were highlights, but some felt rushed.

Customers really liked seeing the beautiful views from Montserrat.
Many people thought the guide was very good and helpful.
Visitors enjoyed the chance to taste local liquors.
The train ride up the mountain was a favorite for many.
Some people thought there wasn't enough time to see everything.
A few visitors wished they had more information about the history.
The Journey
Montserrat Mountain and Monastery
Ascend to the majestic Montserrat Mountain, a multi-peaked rocky range that is home to the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey. Ride the rack railway up to 700 meters for stunning panoramic views of Catalonia. Explore the monastery, which houses 'La Moreneta,' the Black Madonna, the patron saint of Catalonia. Delve into the mountain's rich history through a short film, and savor the unique flavors of Montserrat liqueurs. If you're visiting outside the last week of June and July, you might have the privilege of hearing the renowned Escolania de Montserrat, one of Europe's oldest boys' choirs. This spiritual and scenic sanctuary offers an unforgettable cultural experience. Don't forget your camera to capture the breathtaking views!
Know Before You Go
This experience includes a tasting of Montserrat Liquors. It does not include entry tickets to the museum. Please confirm meeting point details upon booking.
Hot Tip
Many visitors suggest wearing comfortable shoes, as there is a lot of walking involved. Bringing a water bottle is also a good idea. Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly!