Montserrat, Spain

Montserrat

A monastery tucked into serrated rock peaks near Barcelona.

  • All year
  • 1 night
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Things to do

2 days in Montserrat

Day 1

  1. MorningTake the rack railway or cable car up to the monastery in the serrated rocks.
  2. AfternoonHear the boys' choir, the Escolania, in the basilica; check the times, usually around 1 pm.
  3. EveningWalk the Sant Jeroni trail or the Sant Joan funicular viewpoints for sunset.

Day 2

Spend the next day in Barcelona, an hour away.

What to eat

Mató cheese with honey, sold by local farmers at the monastery.

Local tips

Make the most of Montserrat

Beat the crowds

Day trips from Barcelona arrive late morning. Come early, or stay in the afternoon for the walking trails.

Best photo spot

The monastery against the jagged mountain from the funicular top station.

Getting there

Take the train from Barcelona, then the rack railway or cable car up the mountain.

Don't miss nearby

The trails from the top funicular lead to quiet viewpoints over the whole of Catalonia.

Good to know

The boys' choir sings most days around midday; check the times. It can be cooler up there than in Barcelona.

Secret spots

3 secret spots near Montserrat

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Plan your visit

Getting to Montserrat

Getting there

  • Barcelona Airport (BCN)40 km away
  • Reus Airport (REU)75 km away
  • Barcelona35 km away
  • Tarragona70 km away

Reachable by car or public transport; a car gives you more freedom to explore the area. Distances are in a straight line.

At a glance

Best timeAll year
TypeNature spot
Good forNature, Old towns & architecture
Getting thereCar or public transport
Stay1 night
CountrySpain

Questions

Montserrat: good to know

Is Montserrat worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you like nature and historic old towns. A monastery tucked into serrated rock peaks near Barcelona.

How many days do you need in Montserrat?

Plan 1 night. Our free 2-day plan above shows how to spend your time.

When is the best time to visit Montserrat?

You can visit all year. Day trips from Barcelona arrive late morning. Come early, or stay in the afternoon for the walking trails.

How do you get to Montserrat?

The nearest airport is Barcelona Airport (BCN), about 40 km away. Take the train from Barcelona, then the rack railway or cable car up the mountain.

What is there to see near Montserrat?

Nearby hidden places include Barcelona (36 km), Tarragona (72 km) and Girona (92 km).

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