From Barcelona: Montserrat Day Trip with Black Madonna, Tasting Experience & Lunch

Spirituality in Montserrat

Enjoy a full day around Montserrat, the mesmerizing countryside located only an hour from the main city. Absorb the scenic beauty of the magical Montserrat Mountains. Explore the famed Monastery with its spiritual culture along with its facts and myths that your guide will let you in on.

Food and local brews at Montserrat

Next up, travel on to the 10th Century Oller del Mas Castle, which has now been transformed into a stupendous vineyard. Learn about the process of making local blends from scratch and indulge in some organic tastings served with platters of traditional Catalonian dishes that will keep you craving more. Come for this incredible tour and enjoy a wonderful day amid nature, spirituality, and gastronomically induced delights.

From Barcelona: Montserrat Day Trip with Black Madonna, Tasting Experience & Lunch

This guided tour from Barcelona offers an immersive day trip to the mystical Montserrat mountain range, where you will explore the iconic Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, home to the revered Black Madonna statue. The journey covers approximately 50 miles and lasts around 9 hours, including a tasting experience and lunch tailored to your preferences. Your tour includes transportation on an air-conditioned coach, expert guides speaking multiple languages (English, Spanish, Catalan), and access to all areas within Montserrat. You will spend about 2-3 hours at the Monastery itself, followed by a gastronomic adventure featuring local wines and liqueurs made by the monks. The itinerary also includes a visit to the extensive library with over 300,000 volumes dating back centuries. Key highlights include the Basilica of Santa Maria de Montserrat, the Montserrat Abbey, and the scenic mountain landscapes surrounding this spiritual haven.

Explore Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat

Your tour stops at the Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat where you will discover an architectural marvel dating back to the 12th century. Spanning over 50,000 square feet, this monastery is renowned for its intricate Gothic and modernist designs, including the Basilica with its striking 84-meter-high bell tower. Visitors can admire the Black Madonna statue housed in the Chapel of Our Lady of Montserrat since the early 12th century, a site of pilgrimage for over 900 years. The monastery also features an extensive library established in 1765, containing more than 300,000 volumes and housing one of Europe's largest collections of medieval manuscripts. You will spend approximately two hours exploring the monastery’s historical artifacts, including ancient relics and artwork from the Renaissance period. This unique experience sets Montserrat apart from other religious sites due to its rich cultural heritage intertwined with natural beauty.

Sample Monastic Liqueurs at Montserrat Abbey

The tour takes you to the Montserrat Abbey where you can sample monastic liqueurs and wines produced by the monks. This abbey, established in 1025, is known for its unique tradition of crafting spirits using traditional recipes passed down through generations. The monastery’s vineyards cover over 10 acres and have been cultivated since the 18th century, producing distinctive varieties that enhance the local cuisine. You will spend about an hour savoring these beverages while learning about their history and production methods from knowledgeable guides who speak multiple languages (English, Spanish, Catalan). This experience is unique as it combines spiritual reflection with sensory indulgence in a setting steeped in centuries of tradition.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat at 900m altitude
• Sample monastic liqueurs and wines at Montserrat Abbey
• Guided tour in English, Spanish, Catalan languages
• Tasting experience featuring local beverages with monks’ recipes
• Lunch option to choose from tapas or a seasonal menu feast
• Visit extensive library established in 1765 with over 300,000 volumes
• Access to scenic mountain landscapes surrounding Montserrat Monastery
• Guided exploration of Basilica and Chapel housing the Black Madonna statue

Perfect for history enthusiasts, spiritual seekers, and food lovers, this day trip provides unparalleled access to one of Catalonia's most revered landmarks. You will have the opportunity to walk through the historic halls of the Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat, taste unique monastic beverages at Montserrat Abbey, and enjoy a lunch with panoramic views of the mountains. The 9-hour format allows you to immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Montserrat while experiencing its natural beauty.