🙋🏻♂️ travel guide to MONTSERRAT, the perfect day-trip from Barcelona 🇪🇸
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Жыл бұрын▶️ We share with you all you need to know to organize the perfect trip to beautiful MONTSERRAT.
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LINKS
➡️ Combined ticket Trans Montserrat bcnshop.barcelonaturisme.com/...
➡️ Combined ticket Tot Montserrat bcnshop.barcelonaturisme.com/...
➡️ Escolania chanting times: www.escolania.cat/es/cuando-c...
➡️ Aeri de Montserrat (cable card): www.aeridemontserrat.com/
➡️ Cog railway (cremallera): www.cremallerademontserrat.cat/
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CREDITS
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@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
✅ check out our SELF-GUIDED travel guides on BARCELONA here ➡ travelguidesspainandportugal.com/product-category/barcelona/ ⚠ Visiting Montserrat, new rules in place: kzfaq.infoyRo_m6YduSM ➡ Combined ticket Trans Montserrat bcnshop.barcelonaturisme.com/shopv3/en/product/616/trans-montserrat.html?o=h&w=3821-1444 ➡ Combined ticket Tot Montserrat bcnshop.barcelonaturisme.com/shopv3/en/product/615/tot-montserrat.html?o=h&w=3822-1444 ➡ Escolania chanting times: www.escolania.cat/es/cuando-cantamos/ ➡ Aeri de Montserrat (cable card): www.aeridemontserrat.com/ ➡ Cog railway (cremallera): www.cremallerademontserrat.cat/
@k.coppock9660 4 ай бұрын
enjoy your videos, very informative and detailed. If I understand correctly, you can purchase roundtrip tickets for the trip at bacelonaturisme website but then have to convert the paper copy into actual tickets at one of the locations the website mentions. From that point, you pick the time of transport to Montserrat, connects to cable car or cog, and visit the attractions. It appears that there are no timeslots allocated to entering the attractions and one must get in que. 44.70 v 68.25 depending if one wants lunch. I appreciate the time and effort it takes to respond and make these videos. Visiting in Apr 24
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
@@k.coppock9660 hi there, you understood correctly. Quite likely, time slots for the attractions in April haven't been released yet, so keep checking. All the best.
@glaventura Ай бұрын
Este video es perfecto, una de las mejores guías de viaje a Barcelona. Muchas gracias por publicar. ¡Me encantó!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Ай бұрын
Qué bien, nos alegramos mucho.
@paulinag.5187 25 күн бұрын
Extremely informative video! Information on the internet is rather confusing. Thank you very much!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 24 күн бұрын
Glad to hear that!
@TheTruthSeeker756 3 ай бұрын
Awesome video! Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@glendashultz 11 ай бұрын
What a great video. Thank you so much 💐
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 11 ай бұрын
Any time!
@user-yj9jg1vk7q 7 ай бұрын
Thank you! Very informative video!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
👍👍👍
@morganafada2332 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful . Thank you 🙏
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Thanks, Morgana.
@vidhyabasak4769 Жыл бұрын
Very detailed video! Amazing
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Vidhya!
@8twc Жыл бұрын
Another excellent video and advices again👍 I was just there a couple of weeks ago. Loved our visit to Monserrat! Had such a wonderful time in Barcelona, thanks to all your videos and valuable tips! Can’t wait for a return trip.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear you had a superb time in Montserrat!
@barbara88- Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your informative video!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Barbara.
@smile4us88 11 ай бұрын
Great video. Appreciate the practical details, thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 11 ай бұрын
Thanks, Dan.
@kleidiapefani9384 Жыл бұрын
what a GREAT explanation video !!!!!! congrats & thanks
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Kleidia!
@rdmramos8141 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for a very detailed explanation!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@um8778 4 ай бұрын
Very well organised and informative video, thanks!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@MariaMaria-ut2ss 12 күн бұрын
Thank you
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 11 күн бұрын
👍
@Victoria.Foxworthy 6 ай бұрын
Excellent information1 Thank you very much 😊
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@aurafranco592 10 ай бұрын
This is very informative! Thank you.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@alexbrenev5349 Жыл бұрын
Tony, thank you so much for the wonderful video. It is a great help in our trip planning to Montserrat.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Alex.
@josephaquino7180 7 ай бұрын
Thanks Tony! Your videos are very helpful. We are here in Barcelona!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
Enjoy your time in Barcelona!
@AI-ki5fe 10 ай бұрын
Great video with excellent information! Practical, valuable tips. Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
Great to hear that.
@dedisrustandi333 3 ай бұрын
Thank you Tony🙏
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Any time!
@yararevirtual Жыл бұрын
Precious video! Fantastic places, imponent stones, wonderful views. And what a blue sky! Another impeccable production by Cecília and Tony. I loved it 👏👏
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much, Yara!
@danielam813 Ай бұрын
Invaluable information 🙌🏼. Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Ай бұрын
Our pleasure, Daniela!
@jasperjavellana4454 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Tony, for another enjoyable video. 👍 Montserrat is in my bucket list, and I hope I get to visit soon . Your videos are really the best travel videos I’ve watched… very detailed and precise … 👍 👍 👍
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hello Jasper, hope you can make it to Montserrat on your next trip to Spain. All the best!
@cedriclloyd5571 3 ай бұрын
Great video very informative. I look forward to this trip
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Thank you, Cedric, hope you'll have an excellent trip.
@marlenekock9086 Жыл бұрын
I am so glad i came across your videos. What a great help to plan our trip to Barcelona. A Big Thank You.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Marlene!
@faithmulwanda9859 Жыл бұрын
Thank you sooo much for this, I was co confused on how to get there. Great information provided
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Excellent to hear that!
@gdula84 Жыл бұрын
Thank you! We will surely go to Monserrat :)
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that!
@MohammedFawaz988 5 ай бұрын
Very nice explanation 👏
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 5 ай бұрын
👍👍👍
@user-dr6kx9mi7j 6 ай бұрын
Muy lindo lugar para viajar❤❤
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
¡Ya lo creo!
@nathaliamonea2119 Жыл бұрын
Omg, that’s incredible, Im planning my trip to Spain watching all your videos, and was missing just Montserrat 😃😃😃 the information you provide in all your videos it’s exactly what Im looking for, plus all the details… just perfect!!! thanks so much… I hope I can visit all of them on a next trip to Spain 🤗🤗🤗🤗
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Delighted to hear that, Nathalia!
@paulabf9065 3 ай бұрын
I so grateful I was blessed to find your channel and this particular video. We are heading to Costa Brava mid-April. Many thanks!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Great to hear that, Paula, hope you'll have a superb trip!
@lilielhaj3235 Жыл бұрын
We love your details instructions of this trip. We would like to do the exact itinerary in September from Barcelona. Thank you Tony
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Delighted to hear that, Lili!
@dariojunior5672 Жыл бұрын
I plan to travel to Montserrat by the end of April, thank you for your explanation! very helpful
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Dario!
@relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles Жыл бұрын
this is so informative
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that!
@wilsony4799 Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much. My wife and I are visiting Barcelona next week. We are planning a day trip to Montserrat and your video is timely. Like your other videos, this is excellent and very help. Gracias!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Wilson, hope you have a beautiful day in Montserrat!
@grapestsx Жыл бұрын
OMG! Loved this vid, so helpful. I had planned a foodie tour at 630pm in the gothic quarter. Maybe it’s too risky after watching this! 😍
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Go to Montserrat on a different date.
@benchon2596 4 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Our pleasure!
@darrellhornick7764 Жыл бұрын
We just did this 2 weeks ago. It is amazing for sure!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
👏👏👏👏
@sylviekins 10 ай бұрын
Wonderful trip! We did this several years ago, so beautiful. We went for a walk and nearly were blown off the walking path by the strong wind. Such an experience, combining the monastery and the scenery, along with the journey itself.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing your experience, Sylvie.
@peter_bazinet Жыл бұрын
I have not been there yet, but it's now on my list of places to visit next April.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
👏👏👏
@kathrynboniface3455 Жыл бұрын
Happy Easter!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
To you too!
@prpman99 7 ай бұрын
Thanks for all the details. Planning to start a cruise in BCN Feb 2024. Will spend a couple days prior to cruise start in BCN and think one day will be dedicated to a trip to Montserrat. Have been to Barcelona several times before and want to see something outside of town. Your video is the best. Thanks again,
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
Our pleasure! Montserrat is a great day trip. Hope you'll have a great time!
@kaycooke2929 Жыл бұрын
OMG! The timing of this video is perfect, Tony! We're meeting our granddaughter (study year abroad) and she hasn't been to Monserrat yet. We'll see it together! You'd better believe that I'm buying tickets in advance, writing down all instructions, and getting there as early as possible. Muchas gracias, amigo!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
¡De nada, Kay! Hope you have a wonderful trip!
@therealunclep Жыл бұрын
Tony. Thank you for another great video. I already have Montserrat on my itinerary. I really appreciate all the info you provided on tickets and getting around. You're the best!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Thank you, PW. On our new Q&A session, airing later today, we answer a question of yours. All the best!
@therealunclep Жыл бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Tony, I'm Preston btw. Nice to meet you.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
@@therealunclep nice to meet you too, Preston.
@Teeheeleelolee Жыл бұрын
This is great timing, i just arrived in Barcelona yesterday and planning a day trip to Montserrat. By the way, i followed your airport guide Tony and i handled it like a pro. Big help! Muchas Gracias 🌷
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Great to hear that, Lee, hope you can make it to Montserrat!
@rdmramos8141 4 ай бұрын
I watched that as well since we're visiting Spain next month. My only worry is that we bought 2 separate tickets from Lisbon to Madrid via TAP Portugal then Madrid to JFK via Iberia. Not sure if we need to claim our check-in luggage Madrid or in JFK.
@dedisrustandi333 3 ай бұрын
Great video with useful info 👍🙏 We're going to stay overnight in Montserrat after a morning trip from Madrid. Appreciate idea what to do in early morning and evening in Montserrat. Thank you
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Hi, there are so many tracks around the mountains that we would take the opportunity to complete a few of them.
@vivitrumanto Жыл бұрын
I just went there in December last year, amazing place indeed and I touched the ball of the Black Madonna. Very easy to go there from Barcelona by train, the ticket includes all, train from Barcelona, rack rail train or cable car. It's very unfortunate because we cannot do rack rail and cable car combination, you can only choose one, either rack rail or cable car to go up from the foot of the mountain. It also inludes the rack rail to the top of the mountain from Montserrat, where once you reach to the top, you could do some great trekking around the mountain.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hope you had a great time.
@NicoleAnnCayme 9 ай бұрын
what ticket did u purchase?
@velas18 5 ай бұрын
Love all you videos Tony. Very informative and straightforward. Do you have any new links to get to Monserrat? We will be vising Barcelona in February and I am having difficulties purchasing tickets. Thank you.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 5 ай бұрын
Hi Vicent. The funiculars in Montserrat are undergoing maintenance during January and February and for that reason the links have ceased temporarily to work - to prevent you to buying a pack you won't be able to use in full. In January and February we advise people to get their tickets for Montserrat at the ticket office at Plaza de España. All the best.
@lorraine2038 8 ай бұрын
Hello Tony!!! Thanks again for your very interesting videos!!! I am leaving tomorrow for Barcelona and am VERY excited!!!!! I planned three days in Sitges to finish our trip in a more relaxing mode before I watched your videos on day trips …😳 I think we will make a stop in Tarragona! I have a question but am not sure where to ask … if we are going to Sitges, witch train do you recommend we take? Thank you and have a great day!!!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 8 ай бұрын
Hi Lorraine, on the video on day trips from Barcelona we share the details on how to reach Sitges kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sJyIdMt_vbi1Xas.html
@kittyone600 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this complete set of super practical information! We were just hesitant on if to squeeze in Montserrat on the last day of our 3 days in Barcelona and this video makes us believe it might be a good idea. However we will have to get back to hotel in city center by 5-5:30 latest to catch a 8pm flight. If we try to get to Monserrat at around 10am, would we be able to be back at around 5? Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
We always try to avoid combining a day trip with a flight departure. Many things can delay your trip back to Barcelona causing unnecessary stress. We wouldn't do Montserrat on the day of your departure.
@dletenyei Жыл бұрын
We are heading to Barcelona tomorrow and your videos are so helpful! Do I need to specify what day I plan to visit when I buy the Trans Montserrat ticket?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi Danielle, no need to set a date. Have a lovely stay in Barcelona!
@josepcivil8090 5 ай бұрын
I am Catalan from Barcelona. I must say that the video is so well made and informative that it makes the visit unnecessary because everything is said in it.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 5 ай бұрын
Merci, Josep! Still, we feel nothing beats the real experience!
@auandrew 10 ай бұрын
Hi Tony, your videos & you are awesome, highly informative & helpful. Your effort in answering questions sent your way is greatly outstanding & impressive. Please keep up your great work. A question here: I'll be visiting Montserrat Monastery & staying there overnight soon in August. It appears that the combined ticket packages are for same day travel. Is that the case? If so, does it mean that I can't use them and have to buy my tickets for different days separately?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
Hello there, many thanks for your words. Unless it has changed, the combined tickets were valid for 7 days. But double-check when you exchange the voucher for the tickets. All the best!
@florapaulinopolanco7622 6 ай бұрын
Me gusta
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
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@PalmBeachesPaul Жыл бұрын
Can't wait to go there this summer. Thanks for an excellent video, you do a great job and I absolutely love your comments about stupid people ruining the art by taking selfies 😡
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Thank you. I have nothing against people taking selfies and not paying attention to the places they visit, each person is the owner of their own life, but if they ruin the experience for the rest, then we have reasons to be angry! Have a great trip!
@teklewoldlake4610 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. I am watching all your videos preparing for my summer trip. By the way is it cooler at Montserrat in june and july since it is mountain top?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Montserrat will be slightly cooler than Barcelona but on a hot day it won't make much of a difference.
@judyannyelton3906 Жыл бұрын
Very informative video. We are planning a trip to Montserrat next month. What time is the last COG train down from the mountain on a Sunday? Or is it posted on the timetable and easy to find?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi Judyann, the times depend on the date, you can check the timetable here: turistren.cat/en/trains/montserrat-rack-railway-and-funiculars/
@robinheemeijer7235 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the video! It helps alot. Could you tell me if the cogtrains near the monastery also run in february when there are less crowds?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Hi Robin, the cog train runs all year around. But right now the funiculars at the top of the mountain are undergoing their annual maintenance.
@AlmaFontana 2 ай бұрын
Tony thank you for another wonderful video. I took notes like I was in class! Question-we must buy an extra ticket from Barcelona to Monserrat, correct? The metro passes (like the hola card) will not work anywhere other than BCN city limits?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 2 ай бұрын
Hi Alma, yes, you need to buy your train ticket from Barcelona to Montserrat. Local transport passes are not valid.
@aljo635 2 ай бұрын
Tony, love your channel and can't wait to go to Barcelona and neighboring towns. I have a question, what is the name of the 20 minute one way walk once you get off the St Joan funicular? I thought it may be St. Jeroni as the sign is shown in your video but after some research, I don't believe it is St. Jeroni hike.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 2 ай бұрын
Hello, we just covered a small stretch of the initial trek going from Sant Joan to Sant Jeroni. All the best.
@tanyadrobysheva3908 Ай бұрын
Thank you very much for all your videos. You explain everything in detail. I do have one question about transportation to go to the Montserrat. Please explain to me whether or not it's free entrance. I need to buy a ticket online to enter Montserrat and the whole complex. Or is it enough to buy combo tickets for the train and cable cars? Mochos gracias.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Ай бұрын
Hi, if you buy a combo ticket, it will include the entrance to the temple and the shrine of the Virgin - it might include a few other options too. Access to the site is free.
@jaavr 9 ай бұрын
Great video as always! Can you buy the "basic option" combined ticket online? I can't see it on the websites
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
Thanks. You could try here, not the most user friendly of websites, I know: vol.cremallerademontserrat.cat/
@marksutton6076 2 ай бұрын
Hola Tony, thanks for all the great videos!. I'm hoping you can answer my question. If i buy the combined Trans Monserrat ticket, do i have to exchange the printed online voucher on the day of travel or can i exchange it a day or 2 in advance? thanks again!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 2 ай бұрын
Hi Mark, you can indeed. You can do it at any of the places you will see listed on the purchase page, including the main tourist office at Plaza de Catalunya.
@DianaInDoha Жыл бұрын
Thank you Tony, this made me more excited for my July Trip. From Montserrat Abbey, we also want to visit Saint Ignatius' Cave in Manresa. Barcelona-Montserrat-Manresa-Barcelona, how do we go about it via train?
@roxyaburto5021 Жыл бұрын
I will be there in July too and I’m so excited
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi Diana, on the way back, once you reach the main railway line at Monistrol de Montserrat, instead of taking a train to Barcelona you will take an R5 train on the opposite direction and get off at Manresa Baixador and walk 10 minutes to Cueva de San Ignacio. But somehow it feels quite a rushed outing if you want to include Montserrat and Manresa on the same day.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
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@CalvinS142 7 ай бұрын
Thank you Tony for another very practical video! I see that Trans Montserrat tickets now includes option for cable car or rack rail. Can we go up in Aeri and come down on rack? Else we will need to buy add'l seperate one-way ticket of either Aeri (7.5euro) or Rack (8.1 euros)?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
Hi Calvin, in actual fact those options were always there. You have to choose one or another, you cannot combine both. So the solution would be as pointed out by you, by the Rack pack and pay a single trip on the Aeri (which is slightly cheaper). All the best!
@laurenbuettner4829 Ай бұрын
Thank you so much for the wonderful informative video. I am planning to go to Montserrat and stay for a couple of nights to have 2 full days of enjoying the area hiking and taking in the sights. I am not sure if I should stay in Collbato or Monistrol de Montserrat. I am looking at great air bnb options in both. Do you have any advice on this? I am leaning towards Collbato because the village looks quaint, but I understand there are more transportation options out of Monistrol de Montserrat. Also will we be ok only speaking English?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Ай бұрын
Hi Lauren, if your intention is to make the most of the hikes we would stay at the monastery area itself, and not at the foot of the mountain. All the best!
@fcfong3229 2 ай бұрын
Very good information. I used the link provided here to pre-book the combined ticket, Trans Montserrat. But they didn't ask me for the to and back times for the train journeys. Would you know how can I specify the timing for the trains?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 2 ай бұрын
There are no assigned train times. As you don't need a seat reservation to ride the trains, you can board any you want.
@user-pl6zu3dv2h 6 ай бұрын
I am planning a trip to Barcelona in December. I am interested in exploring Montserrat during my visit. Can you offer insights into the typical weather conditions in Montserrat during December? I would like to be prepared for any specific climate considerations. I appreciate your time and assistance in advance providing this information.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
As it's no longer possible to talk of "typical" weather conditions, we advice you to check the forecast a few days before your trip.
@mingminghuang 4 ай бұрын
hi Tony, many thanks for the detailed informatiom in this video, it really helps A LOT on planning our trip. After I buy the Combined ticket Trans Montserrat online, do I still have to go to the ticket counter in the train station to verify/ exchange for a real ticket? if this is the case, is there a separate counter to deal with this or the same counter that sells the ticket? I just want to make sure it isn't a long queue when I arrive, thank you.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Manny thanks to you! Yes, you buy the ticket online and exchange the voucher for the tickets at the or at the railway station (on the same counter that sells the tickets) or at any other address indicated on the website (usually the central tourist office). You can exchange the voucher before the day of your trip. All the best!
@neilcrick3107 4 ай бұрын
This was another very helpful video, thank you. One question if I may? Does the monastery of Montserrat enjoy nice sunsets? I was thinking of staying a bit late to photograph it. Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Hi Neil, the sun sets on the opposite end of the mountain (there is a huge mountain barrier between the monastery and the sunset), so unless there's a beautiful sky to the other side of the sunset, it won't be particularly memorable. All the best.
@neilcrick3107 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much, this is very helpful @@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
@mariajill232 7 ай бұрын
Hola Tony! thank you for these helpful wonderful videos. I would like to ask if it is advisable to visit Montserrat in December (15-20)? Gracias
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
Hello, if the weather forecast is good, then it can be a wonderful trip!
@mariajill232 7 ай бұрын
thank you!@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
@Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! You’re video gave me a lot of the information that I was looking for concerning a day trip to Montserrat. I have one question. I will be in Barcelona in February. Is Montserrat worth visiting in the winter time? I am wondering if it will be too cool to enjoy the area or if any of the items are closed at that time(like the funicular)
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
Montserrat can be beautiful in winter time, for as long as the weather is nice on the day of your trip. But February is a time of the year when the funicular maintenance usually takes place, you should keep an eye on the information regarding the funicular.
@Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day 6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the information!
@brenhagen 10 ай бұрын
What a great video! Question- We were planning on a day trip to Montserrat from Barcelona on Sept 11th. I discovered that this is a holiday in Spain. I understand we would not be able to see the choir that day but do you think otherwise it would be okay to do the trip to Montserrat that day? Thank you
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
Hi Brenda. September 11 is actually a bank holiday just in Catalonia, it's Catalonia's national day. Montserrat on that day could be an option for as long as you are aware of the fact that you won't see the choir. There might places that are not opened, it's difficult to tell as we've never been to Montserrat on that day. All the best.
@brenhagen 10 ай бұрын
Thanks for your reply. We love your videos and appreciate all of the helpful information@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
@exploringmind926 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the useful info..can you please tell when Funicular resumes operation as you wrote earlier that it undergoes maintenance during January and February--is it from March1?Where to get this info and how to book Funicular in March?Thanks
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Hello, the funicular de Sant Joan is already back in operation, the funicular de la Santa Cova will do so on 1 March.
@yveslamanilao583 9 ай бұрын
Hi Tony - thanks for your very informative video! We are coming in November - If I buy the Trans Montserrat ticket, it says it already includes the admission to the Virgin shrine and the Basilica. But I know there were some changes implemented in May 2023 where you have to pay around 8 euros to see the Virgin. Is the Trans Montserrat at 45 euros already include to see the Virgin in the Basilica? Many thanks!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
Hi again, Yves, Trans Montserrat now includes the visit to the virgin shrine and the basilica. All the best!
@mandiigraham1596 10 ай бұрын
You said to make sure to get off at the last stop on the rack railway going down.. I thought there was only one stop to get off, the same one where you get on, can you p,ease clarify this as we are headed up in a few weeks and would like to know before we get there. Also you didn’t mention a ticket that includes lunch. This is what we bought, but it didn’t say where we can use it. Since you mentioned the restaurant on the mountain I have to assume that is were lunch will be. Thank you for all your videos, hey have been very helpful in planning out journey.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
There is a map on the video where we show the location of the rack railway stations. We don't mention the ticket including lunch as we are not sure of its benefits, ask whenever you exchange the voucher for details. Most likely, the meal included will be at the cafeteria near the monastery.
@user-dn9nb6kn9i Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this helpful video. If I was to redeem my Tran Montserrat card from the pick-up places, am I required to use it on the same day or can I use it 3 or 4 days later?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Allen, if the rule hasn't changed, the pass is valid for up to a week, but double-check the moment you redeem the card.
@allendang2071 Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@user-dr7fe3ff3r 6 ай бұрын
We will be driving a car from Barcelona to Montserrat. Where do we park and how to return to car after going up the mountain? Thank you for such an informative video.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
There is a paid car park near the monastery. You park your car (if there are available spaces) and walk to the monastery.
@pizzaipinya2442 5 ай бұрын
There's also a parking at Monistrol de Montserrat, one of the towns below the mountain, and it's just next to the station of the rack railway up to he monastery. You'd have to pay the rack railway, but the parking is free as far as I know :)
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 5 ай бұрын
@@pizzaipinya2442 yes, the car park is still there, next to the Monistrol Vila rack station, and not the initial station of the line.
@user-ud1gy7mp8w 4 ай бұрын
Hi your videos are absolutely great and extremely informative. the only thing I wanted to say the combined tickets on your link do not work, would love to know if there are alternative links to buy the combo tickets.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Every year it happens the same thing round this time of the year. The funiculars undergo maintenance and during that period, ticket sales are interrupted, to prevent you from buying a ticket you won't be able to use in full. You can still go to Montserrat but just buy a train+cog railway ticket, and book your other visits separately. See more info here kzfaq.infoyRo_m6YduSM Maintenance should last till the end of February.
@ekawatihercahyani4197 10 ай бұрын
Hi Tony, thank you so much, this is a very helpful video. We would like to visit Barcelona in the following months, and plan to visit Montserrat in one of the days there. But we have a question, we are thinking to take the cremallera going up and the aeri going down, would that be possible? Any recommendation on how to do that if it is possible? Thanks!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
Hello, Ekawati, it is possible to do, but you will have to buy the tickets separately, one for the cog railway, and another for the Aeri. By doing so, you will renounce to the discounts allowed by the passes, as there are no passes allowing you to do that. All the best!
@ekawatihercahyani4197 10 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Hi Tony, thank you for the information. Is it possible to buy the package (for example the cremallera package) and I only add an aeri down ticket, so I will only take the cremallera going up and use the aeri going down, and then ride the train back to Pl. Espanya from Aeri de Montserrat instead? Thanks!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 10 ай бұрын
@@ekawatihercahyani4197 you could do that indeed, we can't see no reason why that wouldn't be possible.
@alexbrenev5349 Жыл бұрын
Hi Tony, from the description of the TRANS MONTSERRAT package I understand that we will need to exchange the voucher for the Trans Montserrat card. Are there long lines at the pickup points? Should we try to redeem our vouchers day prior the tour to Montserrat? Thank you.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi Alex, there might be queues, in the morning in particular. Try redeeming the ticket one day in advance. All the best!
@bimalthakkar5118 9 ай бұрын
What is the web site for buying the combo ticket? Thank you for the nice video.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
Hi, you’ll find it on the first commentary under the video.
@jonnamoilanen8208 4 ай бұрын
Hola and thank you for the informatic video! I would have a question. Can the trip from the centre of Barcelona to Montserrat with the cog railway be done with the T-usual card if I purchase the T-usual card with enough (four, I presume?) zones? So is it possible to use T-usual card to the cog railway? :)
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Hola Jonna. You cannot use Barcelona transport tickets to ride the cog railway in Montserrat. You need to buy specific tickets for it.
@Skypeace89 7 ай бұрын
Hi Tony, thank you very much for the information; your video convinced me to plan a trip to Montserrat while we're in BCN this December. Question: the trail you showed from the upper San Joan station, is it path 3a on the map? And do you think it'll be safe to do that hike in December? I'm worried about the wind and cold. Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
Hello, winter would only be a problem in days of rain/snow or heavy winds. We advise everyone to check the forecast a couple of days in advance. To answer your question about the map we would need to know which map you are referring to. All the best!
@Skypeace89 7 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Hi Tony, thank you for your reply! I'll be sure to check the weather forecast before our trip. As for the map, I meant the one posted on the site at Montserrat (I've only seen this on travelogs so not sure exactly where); I think path 3a on it is the one with Ermita de Santa Magdalena. I'm just trying to figure out what we might be able to achieve while there. Thank you again for your your info!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
@@Skypeace89 sorry, we are not familiar with that map. But do not worry, everything is very well signposted once in Montserrat.
@subodeb3212 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for such an informative video. For foreign travelers, Do you recommend a guided tour (most of them seem to be half day) or just go by public transportation? I am not sure if Half a day tour is adequate to apprecaite Montserrat despite having a tour guide with lots of history and guidance
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
Hi Subo, a guide always contributes to the value of the trip by adding lots of valuable information. But half a day for Montserrat is not the way to go, there are so many things to see and do. Go on your own. All the best.
@subodeb3212 4 ай бұрын
Thank you, will be going there next week, we are from NY so used to the cold, Hopefully it is above freezing temperature on top of the mountain so we can enjoy, again grateful for your videos, may God Bless :) @@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
@@subodeb3212 it will most certainly be above freezing, unless there is a cold wave over the country.
@MrAbhimufc 11 ай бұрын
Hey, great video sirji! We have a 5 day metro pass, do we still need to buy a ticket to Montserrat from Place de Espana? Thanks in advance 😊
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 11 ай бұрын
You cannot go to Montserrat using the transport tickets for the city of Barcelona. In the video we talk about the tickets you will need.
@Mariamuri4 9 ай бұрын
Thank you, Toni, for another great video. I have a question in regards the TRANS Montserrat package. Since the tickets do not have a date or time, if we buy the tickets today, how do we ensure that we can get on an early morning train to Montserrat on October 5th? Thank you! Maria
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
Hi Maria. None of the tickets include a seat reservation, so there is no limit to the number of people who can travel in them.
@Mariamuri4 9 ай бұрын
Thank you so much Toni for your reply. I will proceed to get the tickets.
@lincolnsanford6537 9 ай бұрын
Hi Tony. We will be in Barcelona mid October. Do you think we can wait to purchase tickets until the week before? I would like to see how the weather will be. Thank you
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
Hi Lincoln, yes, you can wait, that shouldn't be a problem at all.
@lincolnsanford6537 9 ай бұрын
Thank you! Your videos have been very helpful
@gustavolandazuri4302 7 ай бұрын
Tony. Do you know if small drones are ok to use there or anywhere else in Spain? Coming from usa November 6-11. Thank you.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 7 ай бұрын
Hi Gustavo, check out this short video on the topic: kzfaq.info58SfaHnSrc4?si=Vim_rcKRlrmSK7HC
@tamaralevin8875 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for all your videos! They are great! If we wanted to go up to the viewpoint of Sant Joan can we hike back down to the monestary? Also - what are your thoughts on the Coves del Salnitre and what is the best way to get there?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi Tamara, you can walk down from the top of Sant Joan, it is a very steep descent but obviously much easier than the climb 😀 We haven't been to Coves del Salnitre so can't really share any opinion. But you will need your own transport to get you there.
@kellygong3052 9 ай бұрын
Hi Tony, your video is so so helpful! Amzing❤. I’m planing to make a day trip to the Montserrat, how long roughly you think this trip takes ? From 9am-6 pm should be enough time ? Thank you in advance!
@tanyaguralnik7610 3 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Dear Tony, may I please ask, is it possible to take a taxi or ride sharing service from the Basilica of Montserrat to the area where the caves are? Or is it only possible if you rent your own vehicle? Thank you so kindly!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
@@tanyaguralnik7610 hello, we are not sure as we've never gone there. Ridesharing service is highly unlikely, not sure about a taxi. Perhaps you could ask at the info centre as soon as you get to Montserrat.
@tanyaguralnik7610 3 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Tony, thank you so kindly for all of your help. Your channel is wonderful and full of such useful information. It is THE BEST and most insightful travel channel about Spain by FAR. Wishing you the best of success in everything.
@milansonigra Жыл бұрын
Hi Thanks for all the amazing work you all are doing. Is it possible to book *only* R5 and rack train combo ticket online. If not where can I book it in advance. Thanks
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi Milan, you could try here, but it's quite a confusing website turistren.cat/en/trains/montserrat-rack-railway-and-funiculars/ Or you could book it once in Barcelona, there is no need for advance booking. Be aware of this change too: kzfaq.infoyRo_m6YduSM
@milansonigra Жыл бұрын
At the website Can I buy R5 and rack tickets in combo or have to buy it separately thanks. 0:02
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
@@milansonigra the website will probably give you a single price for train and rack railway. If in doubt, buy the tickets at the ticket office in Barcelona.
@cl2cllau763 6 ай бұрын
May I ask, for first timer, which is better, Trans or TOT? Does the TOT cover all the must visit mentioned in the video? is the ticker for the boys choir need to be purchased days or months in advance if going during early May? thank you
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 6 ай бұрын
It's really up to your preferences, Trans covers all the basics. Book the tickets for the choir a week in advance. All the best.
@shaunbrough3845 9 ай бұрын
Hi Toni, if I was to purchase the trans ticket for example on a monday at the pl espanya station, can I actually do the journey on a different day, eg 3 days later?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
Hi Shaun, you should be able to.
@cruisingwithcaptaincliff 3 ай бұрын
I will be there on a cruise for 1-day. How far train station from port of Barcelona? Thank you!
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Between 15 and 30 minutes by taxi depending on traffic conditions. See here kzfaq.info/get/bejne/m7iSgaiTmd7Ul2Q.html
@leot9876 4 ай бұрын
Hello, do you recommend a Sunday visit? Is the schedule limited?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 4 ай бұрын
The problem with Sunday is that the choir won't sing. Other than that, it's pretty much business as usual.
@katiaburiak3374 3 ай бұрын
Thank you for such an informative video! I have one question: is it a good idea to plan a trip to Montserrat on Sunday or are there any complications with transport, working hours of facilities etc?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Thanks, Katia, no particular complications, but the choir doesn't sing on Sundays.
@elizabethcoker1570 2 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal I too have a question about this, I looked at the train schedule for R5 and I’m not seeing that it runs on Sunday - am I missing something? It says it runs weekdays Mon to Fri and it runs Sat, public holidays and weekdays in August. Doesn’t say anything about Sunday.
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 2 ай бұрын
@@elizabethcoker1570 it runs from Monday to Sunday. It's probably a mistranslation, public holidays includes Sundays.
@elizabethcoker1570 2 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal phew! I was starting to panic! Thank you so much for all your help!!! You are really an extraordinary wealth of information! And SO kind to be willing to answer so many questions!!
@kamleshcrao Жыл бұрын
Thank you for the video. I follow your channel. It looks like the Trans Montserrat package allows us to choose Cog train OR Cablecar - correct? If not, what option gets us from Barcelona to Montserrat with a Cable car and return to Barcelona?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Жыл бұрын
Hi there, yes, you can choose EITHER cog train OR cable car. The train from Barcelona is included. All the best.
@NicoleAnnCayme 9 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugalmay i know which ticket should i purchase that includes all and the visit to the black madonna?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 9 ай бұрын
@@NicoleAnnCayme TransMontserrat includes all that, you can see a detailed explanation of all that is included in the pass in the link we have provided above: bcnshop.barcelonaturisme.com/shopv3/en/product/616/trans-montserrat.html?o=h&w=3821-1444
@vincentteoh 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for the great explanation. I'm planning to go to Montserrat from Barcelona on 10th February 2024. I checked the twitter (X) acocunt for both Aeri and Rack Railway. Both are closed for maintenance during that period of time. If I were to go by train, what's the best way to get up to the monastery?
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 5 ай бұрын
Hi there, as far as we are aware, it's the funiculars that are undergoing maintenance (and probably the Aeri too) but the rack railway is working as usual. Otherwise, there would be no access to the monastery. You can confirm the closures at the ticket office at Espanya station in Barcelona.
@vincentteoh 5 ай бұрын
@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Thank you for your response. Yes you are right. They closed their sales for the combined tickets due to closure of both funiculars at the moment. I misread their statement. I shall purchase the tickets once they reopen the sales end of Jan
@user-wj8bf6je2u 3 ай бұрын
Thank you we go in there in April 6 people in the group will love to go there do you know any private group for this route thank you
@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal 3 ай бұрын
Hello, we don't know any service we can recommend.
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