Hiking and horseback riding in Montserrat, Barcelona

Enjoy a perfect getaway combining hiking and horse riding in Montserrat near Barcelona.

A 1 hour drive from Barcelona you will find Montserrat, the most important and significant mountain in Catalonia, known for its many peaks. Due to its curious shape, it is called "Serrated Mountain" in Catalan. In Montserrat you can also discover the Monastery of Santa Maria de Montserrat built in the 9th century where an image of the Virgin of Montserrat with miraculous powers is kept. Thousands of tourists and pilgrims visit the monastery to pray to the virgin and enjoy the views that the mountain offers over the region.

On this excursion, Tours by Uni's instructors will guide you on a horseback ride through Montserrat. They will pick you up in Barcelona and take you to the trails of Montserrat National Park where you will discover its fauna and flora. The first thing you will visit is the Abbey of Montserrat where you will find La Moreneta, patron saint of Catalonia. The excursion will continue with an hour of hiking through the wild nature and the charm of Montserrat. You will be able to enjoy beautiful views of the Mediterranean Sea and the Pyrenees. You will have an hour of free time to enjoy the local farmer's market you will find there. Before returning to the meeting point in Barcelona you will enjoy a horseback ride through the trails of the National Park of Montserrat discovering the three routes of Romanesque hermitages.

Don't miss this unique experience riding a horse in Montserrat from Barcelona and discover all the wonders that this place has for you.