Guided Tour to the Monastery of Montserrat and hiking in the Natural Park of the Montserrat Mountain, Barcelona

Get to know one of the most important mountains in Catalonia with this guided tour of the Monastery of Montserrat and a route through Montserrat Natural Park!

If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of Barcelona without going too far away, the Montserrat Natural Park, 1 hour from Barcelona, may be the haven of peace and nature you're looking for. This natural park has something for everyone: hiking trails, mountains perfect for climbing such as Sant Jeroni or the abbey of Montserrat for those looking for culture. If you don't know which activity to choose, ToursbyUni's instructors propose a guided tour through the Natural Park of Montserrat and a visit to the abbey.

This tour starts in the centre of Barcelona, from where the Tours by Uni team will take you to Montserrat. Once there, you will visit the famous abbey of Montserrat, 720 metres above sea level and surrounded by mountains, where you will find La moreneta or Virgin of Montserrat, a polychrome Romanesque carving of the patron saint of Catalonia. From here there are also impressive views of the Pyrenees and the Mediterranean Sea. Once the cultural visit is over, it's time to put on your trainers and set off on a 2-3 hour hike through the nature of Montserrat Natural Park along the ancient pilgrims' paths. On the way back to the abbey, you will have some free time in the monastery area to stroll around and visit the local markets. Finally, it will be time to return to Barcelona.

Don't think twice and come and breathe fresh air just an hour from Barcelona with this hiking activity in Montserrat!