{"id":2143,"date":"2023-02-12T01:10:51","date_gmt":"2023-02-12T01:10:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/?p=2143"},"modified":"2023-12-16T15:02:51","modified_gmt":"2023-12-16T15:02:51","slug":"montserrat-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/en\/montserrat-barcelona\/","title":{"rendered":"Montserrat near Barcelona: a place to see"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The emblematic <strong>Montserrat near Barcelona<\/strong> is an exquisite site to visit.<\/p>\n<p>At an altitude of 1236 metres, this spiritual retreat is the highest point on the Catalan plain.<\/p>\n<p>Let's discover this breathtaking spot in Catalonia.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"summary-title\">Montserrat Barcelona: article summary<\/h2>\n<div class=\"summary-box\">\n<ul class=\"summary-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc127033151\">How long does it take to visit Montserrat?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc127033152\">How do I get there?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#_Toc127033153\">What to see and do in Montserrat near Barcelona<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc127033151\"><\/a><strong>How long does it take to visit Montserrat?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>I advise you to set aside a whole day to visit the site. After all, it's a truly spectacular place. In addition to the picturesque surroundings and the magnificent Santa Maria de Montserrat, the abbey itself, there are also two trails to explore in the mountains <strong>with panoramic views over the valley<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>To begin with, it's a good idea to arrive at <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/en\/montserrat\/\">Montserrat<\/a> as soon as possible. The place is relatively small and crowded with visitors, <strong>which means long queues all over Montserrat later in the day.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>The journey, depending on the season, can take from 1 h 30 to 2 h from Barcelona, including waiting time at the cable car, so don't leave too late.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone.jpg\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-large wp-image-2144\" src=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone-1024x685.jpg\" alt=\"montserrat barcelona\" width=\"1024\" height=\"685\" srcset=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone-1024x685.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone-300x201.jpg 300w, https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone-768x514.jpg 768w, https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone-1536x1028.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/02\/montserrat-barcelone.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc127033152\"><\/a><strong>How do I get there?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Montserrat is located <strong>about 48 km from Barcelona<\/strong>. The foot of the mountain is easily reached by road in <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/en\/bus-barcelona\/\">bus<\/a>from Pla\u00e7a de la Universitat, or <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/en\/driving-to-barcelona\/\">by car<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Taking the train to Montserrat<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>One of the most popular ways to get to Montserrat is by car. <strong>the train from the station to <a href=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/en\/place-espagne-barcelone\/\">Plaza Espanya<\/a><\/strong>. Trains leave the station every hour. Once you've bought your tickets, look for the R5 line and hop on the train to Manresa.<\/p>\n<p>The train from Barcelona will drop you off at the foot of the mountain at Montserrat's AERI station. The cable car station is just around the corner from the station, a maximum 2-minute walk away.<\/p>\n<h2><a name=\"_Toc127033153\"><\/a><strong>What to see and do in Montserrat near Barcelona<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>First of all, enjoy the raw beauty of Montserrat once you reach the center of this magnificent sanctuary. Look around you, admire the architecture and surroundings and then choose your itinerary. I recommend that you first visit the monuments, then take a stroll around the town. <strong>to mountain hiking trails<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Meet the Black Madonna of Montserrat<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Also known as the Black Madonna, this carved wooden Romanesque statue has monumental significance in Montserrat. It is thought that this world-famous statue was carved in Jerusalem at the very beginning of the Christian era, and that the entire complex of <strong>Montserrat is built around her.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Even if you're not religious, the setting itself is worth the detour. However, make sure you stay here long enough, as you may have to queue for up to an hour before you can kiss Madonna's hand.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Santa Maria de Montserrat<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Once you've seen the Black Madonna, don't rush out of the Benedictine abbey. Enjoy the glittering details and the tranquility of the place.<\/p>\n<p>Leaving the abbey through the main gate, turn right into a narrow passageway. <strong>where you'll see hundreds of lit candles<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>For a small fee, you can buy one yourself, light it and place it among other colorful flickering candles. It's customary for Catholics to light a candle for their loved ones, wishing them peace on the other side.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Visit the Montserrat Museum<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you love history and museums, take a look at the Montserrat Museum, which houses six permanent collections of over 1,300 artifacts. <strong>as well as temporary exhibitions.<\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Reaching the summit of Sant Jeroni<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>At 1,236 m, Sant Jeroni is Montserrat's highest point. The easiest way to reach the first base of the mountain is to take the Sant Joan funicular. You'll need to <strong>about 2 h 30 walking if you use the funicular.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Otherwise, set aside around 3 h 30 if you're going up without using the funicular. Of course, it may take a little longer depending on your physical condition.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Sant Joan chapel<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you're not up for a long hike, you can take a shorter route that leads to a superb viewpoint and the magnificent Sant Joan chapel. It's a bit of a climb up a 100 m-long hill, but it's worth it. <strong>it's easy to do and a beautiful walk.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>To rejoin the trail, take the Sant Joan funicular again and follow the signs.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>The rosary of the grotto<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Take the Santa Cova funicular down to the famous Rosario Monumental, home to some of the most important modern Catalan sculptures by<a href=\"https:\/\/bonjourbarcelone.fr\/en\/gaudi-barcelona\/\">Antonio Gaudi<\/a> among other famous artists.<\/p>\n<p>The journey is a picturesque, winding ride with more breathtaking panoramic views that, as we learned, Montserrat never lacks!<\/p>\n<p>Legend has it that an image of the Virgin Mary appeared on the rock in the area and a chapel was built to mark it. Since 1929, <strong>pilgrims take the funicular down to visit this symbolic site.<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Now you know what to do on a trip to Montserrat. For your trip to this part of Catalonia, I advise you to be well prepared, arrive early and use suitable footwear. You'll then be able to enjoy your trip and <strong>magnificent views!<\/strong><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>L\u2019embl\u00e9matique Montserrat pr\u00e8s de Barcelone est un site exquis \u00e0 visiter. \u00c0 1236 m\u00e8tres d\u2019altitude, ce lieu aux allures de retraite spirituelle est le point culminant de la plaine catalane. D\u00e9couvrons ensemble cet endroit \u00e0 couper le souffle sur la Catalogne. Montserrat Barcelone : sommaire de l&rsquo;article Combien de temps faut-il pour visiter Montserrat\u2009? 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