
How to Visit Montserrat from Barcelona: A First-Time Guide
Trains, cable car, basilica, Escolania, and hiking routes—everything you need for a first visit to Montserrat from Barcelona.
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Trains, cable car, basilica, Escolania, and hiking routes—everything you need for a first visit to Montserrat from Barcelona.

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