Early Trip to Montserrat with hiking, abbey, very small group
Overview
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7 hours
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Discover the only trip that arrives at 7:30h in Montserrat. We will set off from Barcelona by van for 7 customers from 6:15h till 6:45h from different pick up points or at your hotel or near by if it's in Eixample area.
First we will visit the Abbey and the Black Madonna and we won't be faced with lines to see this fantastic piece of art from the XIIth century.
After that, you'll have almost one hour free time till 9:20h. During your free time you can have breakfast, stay inside the Abbey during more time, etc
At 9:20h we will go with the van during 15 minutes to another place in Montserrat to do a hiking tour.
You'll have two options:
-We will walk 5,86km / 3,64ml with a positive and negative slope of 246m / 807feet.
-We will walk 6,09km / 3,78ml with a positive slope of 200m / 656 feet.
We will walk all the time in the path forest (no stairs and not paved path). There won't be any tourists in there, only local people.
At 12:40h we’ll go back to Barcelona to arrive at 13:30h
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
People with mobility problems are not allowed to join this trip
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Barcelona
We will leave Barcelona at 6:45h am to arrive in Montserrat at 7:40h. Pick-up will be betweenn 6:20 am and 6:45 am in different spots in Barcelona city. If your hotel is in Eixample neighborhood, let me know where it is and I'll tell you if I'll pick you up in there or very near by.
Abadia De Montserrat
At 7:40 am we will walk to the Abbey to learn the history of Montserrat and at 8h we will visit the Abbey and see the Black Madonna without queuing. Around 8:20h you'll have one hour free time. You can stay all the time you want inside the Abbey, you can have breakfast, etc
What‘s Included
Entrance to the Abbey and the Black Madonna when there aren't any visitors yet
Transportation by van for only 7 participants
Guided tour and hike with different difficulty options
Pick-up and drop-off in different spots in Barcelona or at your Hotel or near by if it's in Eixample
Breakfast
Options
Montserrat early trip
Reviews
13 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Best hiking trip ever
Linda R,Apr 21, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We are so glad that we took this hike. We did get to see the black Madonna and look around the cathedral without any crowd. The best part was the hike and the company. Albert is wonderful but just know that you should be in pretty good shape. I am 61 and my almost almost 64, and I consider us more athletic than your average seniors.. We were able to keep up with Albert’s pace, but it is about a 4 mile an hour pace with the inclines being fairly steep and long. The views from the hike were nothing less than awesome. Albert keeps a tight schedule and a really appreciate everyone being at their pick up points a couple minutes before he picks you up. He gets their precisely when he says he’s going to get there and really appreciates a punctual person.
Be prepared and you will have a great half day tour.
Andrew S,Apr 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Aside from Albert’s quirky side he has fantastic knowledge about Montserrat. You need to be on the fitter side to tackle the hike as some areas are steep and rocky. Weather was perfect but bring a jacket just in case. Long pants and proper shoes are advisable. Doing the early tour is a must to avoid the long lines to see the black Madonna and church. You be back in Barcelona before lunch at 2
Great tour and beautiful views
Jonathan J,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great experience. There was virtually no crowd when we arrived to Montserrat in the morning. Albert was a great guide, he is very knowledgeable and had great energy all day. The hike was my favorite part, it has a few spots that can be challenging but would still highly recommend
Fantastic tour and so...
Trudy A,Apr 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fantastic tour and so worth getting up early for! The hike was one of the most enjoyable things i did in Barcelona. Albert was our driver/guide and he was great!
It's a very nice trip and...
Aram K,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It’s a fantastic trip, especially because you arrive at the monastery before the crowds. You can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere and then head out for a beautiful hike.
This is a unique tour....
CarlosAugusto T,Dec 8, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a unique tour. The guide Albert is full of energy. He is both knowledgable and attentious to details. The tour description is exact. You will do a wonderful hike through the mountains above the abbey in places where no one else is going. Due to the early start, there will be no crowd and no lines, with the sunrise as an welcome bonus. Loved the whole experience.
Fantastic tour and hike. A highlight of our trip to Spain.
Todd F,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Albert was delightful and flexible. He was very knowledgeable about the history and provided great conversation while on the hike. He made it pleasant for those who wanted a challenging hike and those who struggled a bit. He was funny and engaging both in English and in Spanish. It was one of the highlights of our trip to Spain.
Exciting hike with stunning views
Ben B,Oct 16, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00This was my favourite tour while visiting Barcelona. Albert is an excellent, affable and funny guide who patiently got us to the summit of the mountain at Montserrat. The hike took around 1.5 hours from the monastery to the top. It was somewhat steep and at times challenging but absolutely worth it for some breathtaking views at the end. Albert’s knowledge of the history of Montserrat, as well as Catalonia more broadly, made it even worthwhile. I cannot recommend more highly. It was just so much fun!
What an amazing...
RENEE S,Oct 14, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00What an amazing experience from start to finish! Albert was full of energy, super organised, funny, and incredibly knowledgeable — he made the day so enjoyable from the very first moment. We started early, which was the perfect time to visit the monastery — peaceful, quiet, and beautifully foggy as the sun came up. Seeing the Black Madonna before the crowds arrived was really special. The hike was very challenging but absolutely worth it for the breathtaking views from the top! Albert was so supportive and encouraging the whole way, keeping everyone motivated and laughing. My legs are feeling it now 😅 but I’d do it all again in a heartbeat. Highly recommend this tour — a must-do when in Barcelona!
Best Experience - Sunrise, Views, Hike & History Lesson
Melanie P,Oct 4, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00The best experience of our trip to Barcelona. Loved that this was a small group of 7. We got up super early to drive to Montserrat to view the sunrise, which was magical. The light was amazing on the mountains and on the monastery. After taking dozens of photos, we then made our way into the monastery to view the Black Madonna, all the while our guide giving us the history of everything we saw. We then grabbed a snack before we started hiking. It is not a technical hike but it is a climb (nature's stairmaster). Albert was great at sensing the breaks the group needed all the while keeping us on time and also very informed our surroundings. He also provided us with water on hike so no real need to carry anything. The views from the top were stunning. After we came down, we had a bit of time to get food and to see what the farmer's market had to offer. We took the cable car down where Albert was waiting for us with the van to go back to Barcelona. We had an amazing time.
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