Frequently asked questions

The apartments are at Carrer Guilleumes 1, in Monistrol de Montserrat, at the foot of the mountain. It is a practical location for visiting the monastery, taking the rack railway, hiking and exploring the area.

There are four apartments: Barretines, Flautats, Cavall Bernat and Lluernes. Their names come from Montserrat rock needles that can be seen from the house.

The apartments are designed for comfortable stays of up to 4 people. They work well for couples, families and small groups who want to stay near Montserrat.

Yes. Flautats and Barretines are upstairs and have a private terrace. Cavall Bernat and Lluernes are downstairs and have a private porch or garden.

Yes, the apartments have views of Montserrat mountain. It is one of the main reasons guests enjoy staying here.

Check-in is from 16:00 on arrival day and check-out is until 11:00 on departure day. On arrival day we send you a code to enter the house and your apartment.

Yes. You can check availability and book directly on the booking page.

Yes. The kitchen includes basic utensils for cooking and eating, pans, pots, plates, glasses, cutlery, toaster, microwave, kettle, juicer, hand blender, Dolce Gusto coffee maker and Italian coffee maker.

Yes, Wi-Fi is available in the apartments. You will find the access details in the welcome guide and apartment information.

No. Smoking is not allowed and parties or visitors who are not staying in the apartment are not permitted. We also ask guests to keep quiet after 22:00 out of respect for neighbours.

Yes. Agulles de Montserrat is in Monistrol, at the foot of the mountain, making it a practical base for visiting the monastery without staying in Barcelona or rushing a day trip.

The rack railway station is about 800-850 metres from the apartments. You can walk through the village or drive to the station car park.

The rack railway journey from Monistrol to the sanctuary area takes about 15 minutes. Timetables and frequency can vary by season, so it is best to check before you go.

Yes. The classic walk from Monistrol to the monastery is about 4.15 km and takes around 1 h 30 min, with moderate difficulty. It is a beautiful route, but wear suitable shoes and carry water.

Yes. The road from Monistrol to the monastery is about 8.7 km. There is paid parking at the top, which can become busy on popular days.

The rack railway is the mountain train that reaches the centre of the sanctuary area. The cable car is a shorter and more panoramic ride of about 5 minutes. Both are good options; it depends on the experience you prefer.

You can visit the basilica and abbey, listen to the Escolania choir when schedules allow, visit the Museum of Montserrat, hike nearby trails, take the funiculars or walk toward the Santa Cova.

Yes. It is worth checking official timetables for the rack railway, cable car, basilica, museum, Escolania and funiculars, especially on weekends, holidays and in high season.

Yes. From the apartments you can access trails in the Montserrat Mountain Natural Park. There are easy walks and more demanding routes for experienced hikers.

Easy options include the walk around Monistrol, about 3.4 km and 1 hour, and the route to the Chapel of the Angel and the rack railway bridge, about 1.8 km and 30 minutes.

Yes. The apartment guide includes routes and useful links. We also have maps and a hiking guide for the area; just ask us if they would help you.

Yes. Montserrat is a well-known climbing area with many rock needles and routes. If you come to climb, always check Natural Park rules and temporary restrictions.

You can walk around the village, visit charming streets and squares, walk to the Chapel of the Angel, follow the river route, visit the rack railway exhibition or use the municipal swimming pool in summer.

Yes. The apartments are a good base for families: they have a kitchen, space to rest and easy access to activities in Montserrat, Monistrol and nearby places.

If you come with small children and need a cot, high chair or bed rail, please ask before arrival and we will prepare it whenever possible.

Good options include the Museum of Montserrat, Monistrol municipal swimming pool in summer, the Montserrat Caves in Collbató, Món Sant Benet, Cardona, Parc de l'Agulla in Manresa and easy village walks.

Yes. Monistrol de Montserrat is connected by FGC train. From Barcelona you can take the R5 line to Monistrol de Montserrat and combine it with the rack railway or walk into the village depending on your plan.

Barcelona is about 45 minutes away by car, depending on traffic. You can also travel by train from Monistrol, with a journey of approximately 1 h 05 min to Barcelona.

Yes. There is ample space to park next to the apartments.

You can park at Monistrol Vila rack railway station and go up by mountain train, or drive to the monastery and use the paid parking at the top.

Yes. The apartment guide includes a local taxi contact. You can also ask us if you need help arranging a transfer.

Yes. There is a supermarket about 150 metres from the apartments, other food shops in Monistrol and a larger supermarket in Sant Vicenç de Castellet, about 10 km away.

Yes. Monistrol has restaurants, bars and terraces. The apartment guide includes recommendations for traditional food, tapas, rice dishes and nearby options.

Nearby places include Manresa, Sant Benet de Bages, the Montserrat Caves in Collbató, Mura and Rocafort, Cardona, Pla de Bages wineries and other places in central Catalonia.

Yes. Pla de Bages is a wine area with wineries and wine tourism activities. Some local wineries offer visits, tastings and food experiences.