About this tour
Ride through Montserrat's dramatic landscape on a half-day outing from Barcelona, combining a visit to the 11th-century Benedictine Abbey—home to the revered Black Madonna—with an hour's guided horseback trek past three Romanesque hermitages. You'll browse a local farmer's market and have downtime at the ranch to decompress among the distinctive jagged peaks that define this corner of Catalonia. Small groups capped at eight riders.
Highlights
- 11th-century Benedictine Abbey and Black Madonna shrine
- Regional produce at working farmer's market
- One-hour guided ride past three Romanesque hermitages
- Jagged mountain peaks of Montserrat National Park
- Unwind at the ranch before returning to Barcelona
- Professional guide and certified horses
- 50-minute transfer from Barcelona
What to expect
After a 50-minute drive from Barcelona, you'll enter the hushed basilica of Montserrat Abbey, a spiritual site for Catalan locals for over a thousand years. The market next door offers a quick look at regional fare before heading to the ranch. Your guide will brief you on horsemanship basics, then you'll head out into the park's distinctive sawtooth terrain. The one-hour ride traces a route connecting three old hermitage sites nestled into the rocky landscape. Afterwards there's space to sit, breathe, and take in the views before the journey back.
Good to know
Minimum age 12, maximum weight 90 kg. Children under 12 cannot ride but can travel in the van. Service animals welcome. Wear sturdy closed shoes and a hat. The terrain is moderate; suitable for most fitness levels. Drinks and snacks aren't included—bring water.
Tour sold and operated by its supplier via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries, not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.