🙋🏻‍♂️ travel guide to MONTSERRAT, the perfect day-trip from Barcelona 🇪🇸

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  • Опубликовано: 8 апр 2023
  • ▶️ We share with you all you need to know to organize the perfect trip to beautiful MONTSERRAT.
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    ➡️ 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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Комментарии • 383

  • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
    @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +15

    ✅ check out our SELF-GUIDED travel guides on BARCELONA here ➡ travelguidesspainandportugal.com/product-category/barcelona/
    ⚠ Visiting Montserrat, new rules in place: ruclips.net/user/shortsyRo_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
      @k.coppock9660 5 месяцев назад

      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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      @@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
    @glaventura 2 месяца назад +4

    Este video es perfecto, una de las mejores guías de viaje a Barcelona. Muchas gracias por publicar. ¡Me encantó!

  • @paulinag.5187
    @paulinag.5187 Месяц назад +3

    Extremely informative video! Information on the internet is rather confusing. Thank you very much!

  • @user-dr6kx9mi7j
    @user-dr6kx9mi7j 7 месяцев назад

    Muy lindo lugar para viajar❤❤

  • @morganafada2332
    @morganafada2332 Год назад +1

    Wonderful . Thank you 🙏

  • @dedisrustandi333
    @dedisrustandi333 4 месяца назад +1

    Thank you Tony🙏

  • @glendashultz
    @glendashultz Год назад +1

    What a great video. Thank you so much 💐

  • @yararevirtual
    @yararevirtual Год назад +2

    Precious video! Fantastic places, imponent stones, wonderful views. And what a blue sky! Another impeccable production by Cecília and Tony. I loved it 👏👏

  • @AI-ki5fe
    @AI-ki5fe 11 месяцев назад +2

    Great video with excellent information! Practical, valuable tips. Thank you!

  • @danielam813
    @danielam813 2 месяца назад +2

    Invaluable information 🙌🏼. Thank you!

  • @kleidiapefani9384
    @kleidiapefani9384 Год назад +1

    what a GREAT explanation video !!!!!! congrats & thanks

  • @smile4us88
    @smile4us88 11 месяцев назад +1

    Great video. Appreciate the practical details, thank you!

  • @barbara88-
    @barbara88- Год назад +1

    Thank you for your informative video!

  • @alexbrenev5349
    @alexbrenev5349 Год назад +1

    Tony, thank you so much for the wonderful video. It is a great help in our trip planning to Montserrat.

  • @cedriclloyd5571
    @cedriclloyd5571 4 месяца назад +2

    Great video very informative. I look forward to this trip

  • @Victoria.Foxworthy
    @Victoria.Foxworthy 7 месяцев назад

    Excellent information1 Thank you very much 😊

  • @TheTruthSeeker756
    @TheTruthSeeker756 4 месяца назад

    Awesome video! Thank you!

  • @user-yj9jg1vk7q
    @user-yj9jg1vk7q 8 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you! Very informative video!

  • @rdmramos8141
    @rdmramos8141 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you for a very detailed explanation!

  • @gdula84
    @gdula84 Год назад +2

    Thank you! We will surely go to Monserrat :)

  • @marlenekock9086
    @marlenekock9086 Год назад +2

    I am so glad i came across your videos. What a great help to plan our trip to Barcelona. A Big Thank You.

  • @vidhyabasak4769
    @vidhyabasak4769 Год назад +1

    Very detailed video! Amazing

  • @8twc
    @8twc Год назад +1

    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.

  • @jasperjavellana4454
    @jasperjavellana4454 Год назад +1

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      Hello Jasper, hope you can make it to Montserrat on your next trip to Spain. All the best!

  • @engineeratm
    @engineeratm 11 дней назад

    Very helpful. Thank you

  • @paulabf9065
    @paulabf9065 4 месяца назад +2

    I so grateful I was blessed to find your channel and this particular video. We are heading to Costa Brava mid-April. Many thanks!

  • @dariojunior5672
    @dariojunior5672 Год назад +2

    I plan to travel to Montserrat by the end of April, thank you for your explanation! very helpful

  • @aurafranco592
    @aurafranco592 11 месяцев назад +1

    This is very informative! Thank you.

  • @darrellhornick7764
    @darrellhornick7764 Год назад +1

    We just did this 2 weeks ago. It is amazing for sure!

  • @MariaMaria-ut2ss
    @MariaMaria-ut2ss Месяц назад +2

    Thank you

  • @lilielhaj3235
    @lilielhaj3235 Год назад +3

    We love your details instructions of this trip. We would like to do the exact itinerary in September from Barcelona. Thank you Tony

  • @nathaliamonea2119
    @nathaliamonea2119 Год назад +4

    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 🤗🤗🤗🤗

  • @um8778
    @um8778 5 месяцев назад

    Very well organised and informative video, thanks!

  • @faithmulwanda9859
    @faithmulwanda9859 Год назад

    Thank you sooo much for this, I was co confused on how to get there. Great information provided

  • @wilsony4799
    @wilsony4799 Год назад +1

    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!

  • @sylviekins
    @sylviekins 11 месяцев назад +3

    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.

  • @prpman99
    @prpman99 8 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  8 месяцев назад

      Our pleasure! Montserrat is a great day trip. Hope you'll have a great time!

  • @therealunclep
    @therealunclep Год назад +1

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      Thank you, PW. On our new Q&A session, airing later today, we answer a question of yours. All the best!

    • @therealunclep
      @therealunclep Год назад

      @@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal Tony, I'm Preston btw. Nice to meet you.

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      @@therealunclep nice to meet you too, Preston.

  • @benchon2596
    @benchon2596 5 месяцев назад

    Thanks!

  • @josepcivil8090
    @josepcivil8090 6 месяцев назад +1

    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.

  • @josephaquino7180
    @josephaquino7180 8 месяцев назад

    Thanks Tony! Your videos are very helpful. We are here in Barcelona!

  • @kaycooke2929
    @kaycooke2929 Год назад +2

    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!

  • @relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles
    @relaxingsilentfilms-LosAngeles Год назад +2

    this is so informative

  • @peter_bazinet
    @peter_bazinet Год назад +1

    I have not been there yet, but it's now on my list of places to visit next April.

  • @MohammedFawaz988
    @MohammedFawaz988 6 месяцев назад

    Very nice explanation 👏

  • @Teeheeleelolee
    @Teeheeleelolee Год назад +13

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      Great to hear that, Lee, hope you can make it to Montserrat!

    • @rdmramos8141
      @rdmramos8141 5 месяцев назад

      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.

  • @grapestsx
    @grapestsx Год назад +2

    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! 😍

  • @kathrynboniface3455
    @kathrynboniface3455 Год назад +1

    Happy Easter!

  • @vivitrumanto
    @vivitrumanto Год назад +5

    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.

  • @dedisrustandi333
    @dedisrustandi333 4 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  4 месяца назад

      Hi, there are so many tracks around the mountains that we would take the opportunity to complete a few of them.

  • @velas18
    @velas18 6 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  6 месяцев назад

      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.

  • @PalmBeachesPaul
    @PalmBeachesPaul Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      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!

  • @kittyone600
    @kittyone600 Год назад +1

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      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.

  • @karecruz2771
    @karecruz2771 11 дней назад

    Hi Tony! I watched your videos before our visit last year and I’m still watching for our trip this August! Your videos are all helpful. Thank you so much! I am excited to visit and see Montserrat this time. Last time, it’s just me and my husband. This time, we have my mother in law and two of our kids. We love the train trips but this time, we’re hoping to go there by car so we get there earlier and we can do more with less people and hoping we save more since there’s more of us. What is your advice? We need a rental car for sure. Not sure about parking the car at the foot of Montserrat, parking fees, which ticket we need to buy if we are not using the regional train from Barcelona. Thanks in advance for your help.

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  10 дней назад

      Hi Karen, we've never gone by car to Montserrat, but we understand your circumstances. You could go by car to the top of the mountain, where there is a paid car park. There is a risk it might be full, forcing you to park at a lower level (and a longer walk). Or park at the base of the mountain (free car park here maps.app.goo.gl/qivQzv8CFoLBP5tt5 ) and ride the cog railway to the top. You would need to buy a cog railway ticket, and tickets for whatever you intend to visit or ride at the top of the mountain.

  • @lorraine2038
    @lorraine2038 9 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  9 месяцев назад

      Hi Lorraine, on the video on day trips from Barcelona we share the details on how to reach Sitges ruclips.net/video/z6XAhNXRQ-w/видео.html

  • @florapaulinopolanco7622
    @florapaulinopolanco7622 7 месяцев назад

    Me gusta

  • @auandrew
    @auandrew 11 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  11 месяцев назад

      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!

  • @dletenyei
    @dletenyei Год назад +1

    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?

  • @robinheemeijer7235
    @robinheemeijer7235 5 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      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.

  • @teklewoldlake4610
    @teklewoldlake4610 Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      Montserrat will be slightly cooler than Barcelona but on a hot day it won't make much of a difference.

  • @jaavr
    @jaavr 10 месяцев назад

    Great video as always! Can you buy the "basic option" combined ticket online? I can't see it on the websites

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  10 месяцев назад

      Thanks. You could try here, not the most user friendly of websites, I know: vol.cremallerademontserrat.cat/

  • @judyannyelton3906
    @judyannyelton3906 Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      Hi Judyann, the times depend on the date, you can check the timetable here: turistren.cat/en/trains/montserrat-rack-railway-and-funiculars/

  • @AlmaFontana
    @AlmaFontana 3 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  3 месяца назад +1

      Hi Alma, yes, you need to buy your train ticket from Barcelona to Montserrat. Local transport passes are not valid.

  • @laurenbuettner4829
    @laurenbuettner4829 2 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  2 месяца назад

      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!

  • @tanyadrobysheva3908
    @tanyadrobysheva3908 2 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  2 месяца назад

      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.

  • @CalvinS142
    @CalvinS142 8 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  8 месяцев назад

      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!

  • @marksutton6076
    @marksutton6076 3 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  3 месяца назад +1

      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.

  • @aljo635
    @aljo635 3 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  3 месяца назад

      Hello, we just covered a small stretch of the initial trek going from Sant Joan to Sant Jeroni. All the best.

  • @fcfong3229
    @fcfong3229 2 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  2 месяца назад +1

      There are no assigned train times. As you don't need a seat reservation to ride the trains, you can board any you want.

  • @DianaInDoha
    @DianaInDoha Год назад +1

    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
      @roxyaburto5021 Год назад

      I will be there in July too and I’m so excited

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      👍

  • @mingminghuang
    @mingminghuang 5 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад +1

      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!

  • @mandiigraham1596
    @mandiigraham1596 11 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  11 месяцев назад

      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-pl6zu3dv2h
    @user-pl6zu3dv2h 7 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  7 месяцев назад

      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.

  • @mariajill232
    @mariajill232 8 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  8 месяцев назад

      Hello, if the weather forecast is good, then it can be a wonderful trip!

    • @mariajill232
      @mariajill232 7 месяцев назад

      thank you!@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal

  • @neilcrick3107
    @neilcrick3107 5 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  4 месяца назад +1

      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
      @neilcrick3107 4 месяца назад

      Thank you so much, this is very helpful @@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal

  • @user-ud1gy7mp8w
    @user-ud1gy7mp8w 5 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      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 ruclips.net/user/shortsyRo_m6YduSM Maintenance should last till the end of February.

  • @yveslamanilao583
    @yveslamanilao583 10 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  10 месяцев назад +1

      Hi again, Yves, Trans Montserrat now includes the visit to the virgin shrine and the basilica. All the best!

  • @jonnamoilanen8208
    @jonnamoilanen8208 4 месяца назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  4 месяца назад +1

      Hola Jonna. You cannot use Barcelona transport tickets to ride the cog railway in Montserrat. You need to buy specific tickets for it.

  • @bimalthakkar5118
    @bimalthakkar5118 10 месяцев назад

    What is the web site for buying the combo ticket? Thank you for the nice video.

  • @user-dr7fe3ff3r
    @user-dr7fe3ff3r 7 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  7 месяцев назад +1

      There is a paid car park near the monastery. You park your car (if there are available spaces) and walk to the monastery.

    • @pizzaipinya2442
      @pizzaipinya2442 6 месяцев назад

      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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  6 месяцев назад +1

      @@pizzaipinya2442 yes, the car park is still there, next to the Monistrol Vila rack station, and not the initial station of the line.

  • @brenhagen
    @brenhagen 11 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  11 месяцев назад

      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
      @brenhagen 11 месяцев назад +1

      Thanks for your reply. We love your videos and appreciate all of the helpful information@@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal

  • @Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day
    @Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day 7 месяцев назад +1

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  7 месяцев назад +2

      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
      @Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day 7 месяцев назад +2

      Thanks for the information!

  • @alexbrenev5349
    @alexbrenev5349 Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      Hi Alex, there might be queues, in the morning in particular. Try redeeming the ticket one day in advance. All the best!

  • @user-dn9nb6kn9i
    @user-dn9nb6kn9i Год назад +1

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      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
      @allendang2071 Год назад

      Thank you

  • @gustavolandazuri4302
    @gustavolandazuri4302 8 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  8 месяцев назад

      Hi Gustavo, check out this short video on the topic: ruclips.net/user/shorts58SfaHnSrc4?si=Vim_rcKRlrmSK7HC

  • @exploringmind926
    @exploringmind926 5 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      Hello, the funicular de Sant Joan is already back in operation, the funicular de la Santa Cova will do so on 1 March.

  • @shaunbrough3845
    @shaunbrough3845 9 месяцев назад

    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?

  • @ekawatihercahyani4197
    @ekawatihercahyani4197 11 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  11 месяцев назад

      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
      @ekawatihercahyani4197 11 месяцев назад

      @@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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  11 месяцев назад

      @@ekawatihercahyani4197 you could do that indeed, we can't see no reason why that wouldn't be possible.

  • @MrAbhimufc
    @MrAbhimufc Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад

      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
    @Mariamuri4 10 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  10 месяцев назад

      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
      @Mariamuri4 10 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you so much Toni for your reply. I will proceed to get the tickets.

  • @Skypeace89
    @Skypeace89 8 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  8 месяцев назад

      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
      @Skypeace89 8 месяцев назад

      @@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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  8 месяцев назад

      @@Skypeace89 sorry, we are not familiar with that map. But do not worry, everything is very well signposted once in Montserrat.

  • @leot9876
    @leot9876 5 месяцев назад

    Hello, do you recommend a Sunday visit? Is the schedule limited?

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      The problem with Sunday is that the choir won't sing. Other than that, it's pretty much business as usual.

  • @cl2cllau763
    @cl2cllau763 6 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  6 месяцев назад

      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.

  • @lincolnsanford6537
    @lincolnsanford6537 10 месяцев назад +1

    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

  • @subodeb3212
    @subodeb3212 5 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      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
      @subodeb3212 5 месяцев назад

      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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  5 месяцев назад

      @@subodeb3212 it will most certainly be above freezing, unless there is a cold wave over the country.

  • @milansonigra
    @milansonigra Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      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: ruclips.net/user/shortsyRo_m6YduSM

    • @milansonigra
      @milansonigra Год назад

      At the website Can I buy R5 and rack tickets in combo or have to buy it separately thanks. 0:02

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      @@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.

  • @vincentteoh
    @vincentteoh 6 месяцев назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  6 месяцев назад

      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
      @vincentteoh 6 месяцев назад

      @@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

  • @tamaralevin8875
    @tamaralevin8875 Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      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
      @kellygong3052 10 месяцев назад

      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
      @tanyaguralnik7610 4 месяца назад

      @@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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  4 месяца назад +1

      @@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
      @tanyaguralnik7610 4 месяца назад +1

      @@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.

  • @kamleshcrao
    @kamleshcrao Год назад

    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
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  Год назад +1

      Hi there, yes, you can choose EITHER cog train OR cable car. The train from Barcelona is included. All the best.

    • @NicoleAnnCayme
      @NicoleAnnCayme 10 месяцев назад

      @@ROADTRIPSpainandPortugalmay i know which ticket should i purchase that includes all and the visit to the black madonna?

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  10 месяцев назад

      @@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

  • @kierongrady4928
    @kierongrady4928 3 месяца назад

    Does the Trans Monserrat ticket include entry into the basilica and the throne of the virgin?

    • @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal
      @ROADTRIPSpainandPortugal  3 месяца назад

      It does, you can check all the inclusions on the link we provide in the first commentary under the video.