Montserrat & Cogwheel Train, Gourmet Wine Tasting & Tapas/Lunch

Overview

Available languages

English

Spanish

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If you really want to get to know Barcelona and Catalonia, a visit to Montserrat is a must. This day tour combines a visit to this magical site with a wonderful food and wine experience. Ride a cogwheel train to the top of Montserrat Mountain while admiring its spectacular views. Explore a winery set in a 10th-century castle owned by the same family for 36 generations. Tasting top-quality wines and enjoying local gastronomy will be highlights of your trip.

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Tours start at 9:45 a.m. Please arrive 20 minutes before the start time because check-in is required at our office before proceeding to the buses area.

Groups are limited to 20 people per guide, though in rare cases may increase to 22. Transportation is shared with other groups.

Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended. Montserrat and the winery may have more extreme temperatures than Barcelona—check the forecast and dress accordingly. Bring water, especially in summer.

The tour is not wheelchair accessible, but service animals are allowed. For reduced mobility, contact us before booking to discuss arrangements.

Infants (3 years or younger) join free of charge but are not provided with car seats or meals.

Dietary restrictions or allergies are accommodated without advance notice.

We often work with boutique, family-owned wineries. Due to logistics, the winery may vary from Oller del Mas.

Tour timings are approximate and may vary due to traffic, weather, or unforeseen events. We recommend avoiding scheduling other activities immediately after the tour to allow for potential delays.

We follow all health and safety guidelines issued by authorities to ensure a safe environment for guests and staff.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Regional tapas lunch with dessert (tapas option only)

Local English-speaking tour guide (max. 20 people per guide)

Guided visit to Montserrat Monastery & entrance to the Basilica

Transportation in a comfortable air-conditioned shared bus

Three wine tasting (if option selected)

Visit a winery located within a 10th-century castle (if option selected)

Multi-course meal with wine (lunch option only)

Cogwheel train ride up the mountain

Hotel pick-up and drop-off

Tips and gratuities (optional)

Tickets to touch the Black Madonna

What To Expect

Once in Barcelona Nord Bus Station, check-in at our Castlexperience office.

20 minutes • Admission Not Applicable

Abadia de Montserrat

Enjoy a guided tour in Montserrat and visit all the highlights of the monastery by the hand of your local tour guide. You will then enjoy some free time to a palate some traditional foods made by Montserrat monks or farmers, as well as soaking in this special place where nature, culture and spirituality meet. Meet your tour guide again to get on board for the second part of the tour. Oller del Mas cellar awaits!

2 hours • Admission Included

Options

Montserrat+Cogwheel+Tapas ENG

Montserrat, Tapas & Wine
Duration: 8 hours: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, acCess to the Basilica, tapas brunch and wine tasting.
Tapas option: Tour in English

Montserrat, Cogwheel & Lunch

Montserrat, Cogwheel & WIne: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, entry to the Basilica, traditional lunch & wine tasting.
Duration: 10 hours: This tour returns to Barcelona at 7pm

Montserrat+Cogwheel+Tapas SPA

Montserrat, Tapas & Wine: Groups of max 20 people: includes cogwheel train, guided tour, access to the Basilica, tapas brunch and wine tasting.
Duration: 8 hours: This tour returns to Barcelona at 5.30pm.
Tour in Spanish

Montserrat Cogwheel & Basilica

Duration: 6 hours: Groups of max. 20 people. Includes transfers, the cogwheel train, a guided tour, entry to the Basllica, 2.5 hours free time.

Reviews

4.89

5,945 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

5476

350

Great day out, so easy to do
Bethany T,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
A fabulous and easy day from Barcelona We saw so much in a shirt space of time The guides were all fabulous and knowledgable
The tour gave a great...
Nancy N,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
The tour gave a great history of Montserrat and it's significance in Spanish/Catalan history. Really enjoyed the wine tour. A lot of interesting information there too. Sofi was an excellent guide. We enjoyed her energy and her knowledge.
Excellent tour
cletinag2025,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Our tour to Montserrat and the wine tasting experience were absolutely fantastic! Guillem, our guide, was outstanding — knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the history and culture of the area. He made the entire day so enjoyable and informative. Montserrat was breathtaking, and the winery visit was the perfect way to end the tour. Everything was well organized and relaxed. Highly recommend this experience and especially Guillem for anyone visiting the area!
Barcelona wine and Montserrat tour
johnsN9409XC,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Gelium was great and knowledgeable. Made the trip memoriable. His other guides were great also. Love Monitserate and it's history.
Buon Dia
danielmZ8936RI,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Tour filled with historical facts Humor and wine. Lina and others worked well together.Great experience. We recommend.
Wine taste and monastery
danielabS9832TA,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Super nice, great guides and beatiful places to visit. The wineyard had great food and wines. To buy was a bit higher price than Adegas in the city, but the tasting was nice. Highly recommend
It was a great way to...
sheryl T,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great way to experience Montserrat and the local winery. Our guide was pleasant and knowledgeable. She was engaging.
Loved it!
N5042FXjulies,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
We had an amazing time! Our tour guide Lina was fantastic! We learned so much about this beautiful and special place. The winery was lovely, we got to try three different wines and also learned a lot about them from Lina. We would highly recommend this tour!
Montserrat Tour with Lunch & Wine Tasting
Mahesh G,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great single day tour of Montserrat area. Positive beaming energy and helpful guidance by our guide Lina. The three course meal was more international in cuisine than local, so tapas maybe a better local food option. Tried 3 wines made by the winery plus 2 more during lunch.
Best tour yet!
Rudy P,
Nov 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Lorena was AWESOME! If I ever come back to Barcelona, or have friends/family going, I will make sure that they ask for her. Informative, personable, there are not enough words to describe her! Please ask for Lorena!