The Ultimate Montserrat Guide   —   Plan your Barcelona to Montserrat day trip
Montserrat from Barcelona Plan the perfect day trip

Transport, tours, viewpoints, hiking routes and practical visitor tips.

Montserrat Funicular: Prices, Timetables and Status

Sant Joan funicular climbing towards the upper station, with Montserrat monastery below

There are two Montserrat funicular lines. Both depart from the path leading to the Creu de Sant Miquel and serve opposite purposes. The Sant Joan funicular takes you to the Sant Joan area, where much of the mountain’s trail network begins. The Santa Cova funicular takes you to the sacred cave, saving you the legwork … Read more

Santa Cova de Montserrat: History, Walk, Funicular and How to Visit

Santa Cova de Montserrat chapel below the cliffs with panoramic mountain views

Visitor Information Santa Cova path update The path to Santa Cova is currently open again after recent maintenance and safety works. The Santa Cova de Montserrat, also known as the Holy Cave of Montserrat or the Holy Grotto of Montserrat, is one of the most symbolic places on the mountain. Many visitors come to Montserrat … Read more