BARCELONA HIKING FIELD GUIDE
Montserrat on Horseback: A Day of High-Granite Trails and Coastal Vistas
A small-group day trip from Barcelona that combines a guided hike through Montserrat National Park with horseback riding at a local ranch—useful for planning logistics, restrictions, and what to bring.
Montserrat on Horseback: A Day of High-Granite Trails and Coastal Vistas.
Depart Barcelona for a 6.5‑hour day trip into the serrated cliffs of Montserrat, where a guide leads the group along national‑park trails through unique plant and wildlife habitat before you saddle up at a nearby ranch to ride beneath the mountain’s plunging peaks with views that reach the Mediterranean and the distant Pyrenees.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Jagged granite, Mediterranean light, Pyrenean skyline
Hike the trails of Montserrat National Park where the mountain’s dramatic rock towers frame sweeping sightlines to the Mediterranean and, on clear days, the distant Pyrenees.
Ranch rides along old hermitage routes
Visit a local ranch to ride on horseback along Romanesque hermitage routes and through countryside set against Montserrat’s peaks—the core equestrian element of the day.
Monastery and pilgrim footsteps
Walk in the footsteps of pilgrims and pause to admire the mountainside Abbey of Montserrat as part of the guided national‑park walk and cultural context of the trip.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
This is a compact wilderness day—after a short drive from Barcelona you spend the morning walking guided trails that wind around Montserrat’s sculpted rock, scanning for distinctive plants and wildlife; later you swap boots for a saddle at a nearby ranch and follow historic hermitage tracks beneath the mountain before returning to the city.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this fits—and who should check first.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The outing is a 6.5‑hour small‑group day trip with departure at 8:00 a.m.; return transfer to Barcelona is included.
Bring comfortable clothes and comfortable shoes, plus snacks and any personal items you need for a day outdoors; water is provided.
The trip includes a hiking guide, horseback riding, return transfer from Barcelona, accident insurance and water. Languages offered are English, German and Spanish (French and Italian on request).
The meeting point is Tours by Uni at Pg. de Gràcia 29, 08007 Barcelona; hotel pickup and drop‑off are not included unless arranged on request.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip and when does it depart?
The excursion lasts approximately 6.5 hours and departs at 8:00 a.m.
Where is the meeting point in Barcelona?
The meeting point is Tours by Uni, Pg. de Gràcia 29, 08007 Barcelona.
Are there age or weight restrictions for horseback riding?
Yes—horseback riding is limited to participants aged 12 and over, with a maximum rider weight of 90 kg (200 lbs); contact the operator if you are close to these limits.
What is included in the price?
Included are the hiking guide, horseback riding, return transfer from Barcelona, accident insurance and water; languages provided are English, German and Spanish (French and Italian on request).
Are tips or hotel pickup included?
No—tips are not included. Hotel pickup and drop‑off are available only on request and are not included by default.
Who should I contact with questions or to confirm eligibility?
Contact the operator via their website www.toursbyuni.com, email [email protected], or WhatsApp +34 699393249 for questions and eligibility confirmation.