Santa Cova de Montserrat
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The Santa Cova de Montserrat is the hillside cave on Montserrat where the Virgin of Montserrat was traditionally hidden during the Moorish invasions and later discovered by shepherds in 880. Its discovery made Montserrat into a pilgrimage destination, and led to the founding of the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey.
attractions: Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey, Funicular Aeri de Montserrat, Sant Joan Funicular Station, Creu de Sant Miquel, Cruz de San Miguel, Museum of Montserrat, Sant Joan Funicular Lower Station, Stairway to Heaven, Montserrat Cable Car | Upper Station, Basílica de Montserrat, restaurants: Restaurant Abat Cisneros, Montserrat Buffet, La Cafeteria, Restaurant El Mirador
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The Santa Cova de Montserrat is the hillside cave on Montserrat where the Virgin of Montserrat was traditionally hidden during the Moorish invasions and later discovered by shepherds in 880. Its discovery made Montserrat into a pilgrimage destination, and led to the founding of the Santa Maria de Montserrat Abbey.
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Great walk!! All paved but quite a few steps - not for wheelchairs. The vignettes along the way to the chapel are really beautiful, and it's almost like a Via Cruces kind of thing. Take your time to enjoy the amazing views!! There was no restroom at the chapel (at least there wasn't when we arrived) so be sure to go at one of the cafes before you start your hike. (There is a turnoff for Collbató where it looks like desperate "pee-ers" have gone before, as it's hidden from view just down the path, but better to go before!)
Nancy Pierce MuranoNancy Pierce Murano
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This is a small chapel near the Montserrat basilica. I was hiking up from the train station so this was a minor detour. The walk to the chapel is interesting with some interesting sculptures on the way, you’ll be walking along a paved road. The hillside chapel preserve the side of the hill at the main altar. Takes about 20 mins to walk to the chapel, there is no entry fee. There is also a miniature version of the Madonna at the chapel.
Venkat BalasubramanianVenkat Balasubramanian
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On arrival for the Bascilica, we chose this detour (40-50 min hike). It is worth it- breath-taking views, serenity, artistic works depicting the stations of the cross (including one by Gaudi) all on the route to a tiny Chapel, simply decorated with an alter facing cliff rock. Bring water and a snack as there are plenty of resting spots on the treck. You will feel lighter and at peace for the experience...and a little glowing.
Jean KilroeJean Kilroe
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Visiting this place was an incredible but tiring experience. You have to walk up and down stairs to get there for around 30-50 minutes. I suggest taking your time, mainly because it's very tiring, but also because it has beautiful views along the way. P.s. I happened to leave my number on the side of the mountain where there's a lot of scribbling from other people. Give me a call if you want😆
Guilherme SabinoGuilherme Sabino
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La Santa Cova està construïda com un niu d'ocell contra els penya-segats, i va ser el lloc on es va trobar la imatge de la Mare de Déu de Montserrat l'any 880. Anar a peu a la Cova és un agradable passeig des del monestir, però des d'aquí al monestir, és una bona pujada. Si esteu cansats, podeu evitar la pronunciada pendent agafant l'Aeri de Montserrat. La troballa de la imatge convertí el lloc en centre de pelegrinatge i més tard es construí el Monestir de Montserrat. Diu la llegenda que una nit de l'any 880, uns pastors van veure baixar del cel uns llums. La setmana següent hi van tornar amb més gent i la visió es va repetir. Igualment succeí les setmanes següents amb la companyia d'un sacerdot. En tenir notícies de l'esdeveniment, es presentà el bisbe de Manresa; llavors van trobar en una cova la imatge de Santa Maria. Varen intentar traslladar-la en processó a Manresa, però no es podia moure del lloc, llavors van entendre, que aquella imatge devia ser venerada a la muntanya de Montserrat.
Joan TusetJoan Tuset
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Cuenta la leyenda que unos pastores encontraron a la Moreneta en la cueva y de ahí se ha convertido con los años en sitio de visita si subes a la abadía de montserrat. Al subir al corazón de la abadía, tienes que coger el Funicular si quieres acortar un poco la bajada empinada, y luego son unos 20 minutitos de paseo hasta llegar a la pequeña iglesia. El camino no es difícil, pero si es cierto que limita a personas mayores y con movilidad reducida, porque tanto bajas escaleras, subes, hay pendiente... por el recorrido hay varias esculturas talladas en la pared que son muy agradables de ver y el recorrido es bonito con unas vistas impresionantes de la zona. Así que si vas no dudes en bajar a la Santa Cova, es muy enriquecedor y bonito. Hay libro donde la gente escribe, y puedes dejar huella en él 🥰. En la bajada a la ruta no hay nada, llevar agua y alimento,etc.. tenerlo en cuenta. Si hay w.c a la salida del funicular.
Laura ENMELaura ENME
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