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Montserrat Guided Tour with The Black Madonna & The Boys Choir

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Montserrat's Monastery
Rack Railway Train
The Boys choir of Montserrat
Montserrat¡s Abbey interior
Montserrat Abbey

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Overview

This tour by Catalunya Bus Turístic offers a rich and immersive experience of Montserrat, combining history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes. It starts with a scenic ride on the rack railway, allowing visitors to take in the stunning views of Catalonia’s mountainous landscape. A guided tour that provides fascinating insights into Montserrat’s history and spiritual significance. Visitors gain access to the Basilica, where they can admire its impressive architecture and atmosphere. A special highlight is the opportunity to see ‘La Moreneta,’ the revered Black Madonna statueand the visit to the Montserrat Museum. Another unique aspect of the tour is a live performance by the world-renowned Escolania de Montserrat boys' choir offering an unforgettable cultural experience (except on weekends, when museum access is included instead). The tour ensures a seamless and enriching visit with all tickets included. Do not miss it!

What's Included

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Rack Railway ticket
  • Visit of the Museum of Montserrat
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Tours on Saturday's and Sunday's do not include the Boys' Choir performace and Black Mary's statue
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Carrer d'Alí Bei
08018 Barcelona, Spain

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What To Expect

Monistrol de Montserrat

The Montserrat rack railway covers the five kilometers between Monistrol de Montserrat and Montserrat. It is a route that takes you to the top of Catalonia’s most emblematic mountain, which is visible from all angles thanks to the panoramic view offered by the train’s large windows. Its history dates back to 1891, when Joaquim Carrera, an engineer who was passionate about Montserrat and Swiss mountain trains, convinced an entrepreneur to build a train between the recently-opened Monistrol de Montserrat station and the monastery.
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20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Montserrat

Montserrat Natural Park is a natural space dominated by the characteristic silhouette of its eponymous mountain, a rocky massif of sandstone and extremely hard calcareous cement that over millions of years has adopted its peculiar and recognisable form. The Holy Cave, the Sant Joan and Sant Miquel chapels, and above all, Montserrat Abbey, make this place, which is just a short distance from Barcelona, an unmissable destination. Montserrat is nicknamed the ‘magic mountain’ due to the numerous legends it has generated. The first of them is the discovery of the wooden statue of the Virgin Mary, which is reputed to have been found in the so-called Santa Cova or Holy Cave in 880. Another legend tells of a woodcutter who made a pact with the Devil to receive a fast horse to carry his wood.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Free

Abadia de Montserrat

The legend, of which there is written testimony from 1239, says that one afternoon in the year 880 some shepherds received a visit from the Virgin Mary in the form of light and music. The vision was repeated several times and it was then when the first image of the Mother of God was found in a cave in the mountain. Even though the mountain had already been home to a number of chapels inhabited by hermits since the 9th century, it was not until 1025 that Abbot Oliba founded Montserrat Abbey and it became a pilgrimage destination. Now the monastery is inhabited by some eighty Benedictine monks who worship a Black Madonna popularly known as ‘La Moreneta’ (the little dark one), a 12th-century statue of Our Lady of Montserrat, the patron saint of Catalonia. The Virgin Mary is holding an orb, signifying the cosmos, in her right hand, while her left hand rests on the back of the Infant Jesus to indicate that the omnipotent king is her son.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

Escolania de Montserrat

The Escolania de Montserrat is one of Europe’s oldest and most renowned choirs. Its choristers, boys aged 7 to 13 who receive full musical training and schooling, perform concerts all around the world and participate in the abbey’s liturgical rites. Hearing them is a privilege and a true pleasure for the ears.According to the abbey’s records the choir dates back to the 14th century when a religious and musical school for boys was founded. In 1474, the boys had the honour of singing for King Ferdinand the Catholic during his visit to Barcelona, and since then they have performed for leading figures the world over and everyone who wants to hear them. The Escolania choir sings several times a day and performs pieces like "Virolai", a hymn in honour of the Virgin Mary composed by Mossèn Jacint Verdaguer in 1880; Salves and polyphonic motets.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travel time is included on the total tour duration

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montserrat Guided Tour with The Black Madonna & The Boys Choir?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Montserrat Guided Tour with The Black Madonna & The Boys Choir?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
A:
The following is included:
  • Air-conditioned vehicle.
  • Rack Railway ticket.
  • Visit of the Museum of Montserrat.
  • The Choir of Montserrat.
The following is NOT included:
  • Lunch.
  • Snacks.
  • Tours on Saturday's and Sunday's do not include the Boys' Choir performace and Black Mary's statue.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

Apr 2025
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

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Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Montserrat Guided Tour with The Black Madonna & The Boys Choir is as follows:

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Montserrat Guided Tour with The Black Madonna & The Boys Choir will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Rack Railway ticket
  • Visit of the Museum of Montserrat
  • The Choir of Montserrat
  • Lunch
  • Snacks
  • Tours on Saturday's and Sunday's do not include the Boys' Choir performace and Black Mary's statue

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Travel time is included on the total tour duration
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 50 travelers

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