Road cycling in Montserrat, the magical Catalan mountain.
Montserrat is the holy mountain for Catalan people and it is one of the greatest tourist attractions of Catalonia. It is for sure the most popular day trip from Barcelona and also a real challenge to climb up there. Did you know that climbing to Montserrat to thank the Black Virgin (La Moreneta) is a classic among the Catalan people?
If you want to pray for anyone or anything then you are in the right place.
More than that, Montserrat mountain is a natural phenomenon, with its rounded forms of calcitic stone. They are destination of rock climbers, and also cycling climbers. “Montserrat” literally means “saw (serrated, like the common handsaw) mountain” in the Catalan language. It describes its peculiar aspect with a multitude of rock formations that are visible from a great distance. Montserrat is Spain’s first National Park.
The views of the mountain are spectacular! Surrounding the mountain you can see different shapes and you can feel that the mountain is changing. Road cycling in Montserrat is an incredible experience. Do not miss it!!!
Meeting Point: Monistrol de Montserrat rack railway station.
Overview
Montserrat is a magical mountain in Spain. Join this Road cycling experience for some spectacular views. Do not miss it!
Experience Details
Road Cycling in Montserrat, Barcelona's magical mountain: Itinerary
We will start at Monistrol de Montserrat railway station. From that point we will climb to the first mountain of the day. This is Coll de l'Obac, a 8 km long climb with great views of Montserrat in the distance. Amazing solitaire long descent to enjoy the landscape.
And then we will be back to Monistrol de Montserrat to climb to the Monastery, at 700 mts height. Long and steep climb, a true pilgrimage to the Basilica.
Once at the top you can visit the virgin, light a candle and spend a few minutes watching the amazing atmosphere.
Then fast descent to the end of the ride.
The Monastery is at 700 mts height
Provider Information
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What's Included
- Carbon bike rental
What's Not Included
- Lunch
