Join the Dublin Outdoor Adventure Group for A Hike in Monserrat

Walking the trails of Montserrat is like stepping into a natural cathedral of towering stone spires, with shifting light across the serrated ridges, and the quiet hum of the monastery below. This October hike brings together the best of Catalonia’s mountain magic with the joy of exploring it alongside friends.
We will meet in Barcelona on Friday 2nd October for dinner, then the hiking weekend begins with an early train from Barcelona on Saturday morning, the city slowly waking behind you as you rise into the hills. By mid morning, you’re on the trail, weaving through sculpted rock formations, catching panoramic views that seem to stretch all the way to the sea, and sharing the kind of conversations that only happen when everyone is moving at the same pace.
The Saturday route is a relaxed 10–15 km loop from the Sant Joan funicular, offering just enough challenge to feel earned but never rushed. The atmosphere is light, social, and full of those small shared moments, stopping for photos that never quite capture the scale of the cliffs around you.
Evening brings a different kind of beauty: the monastery quieting for the night, warm Catalan food, and the satisfaction of a day well spent.
On Sunday, a gentle 5–10 km walk lets you soak in the morning air before descending back toward the station. The afternoon train returns you to Barcelona with tired legs, full hearts, and the sense that you’ve shared something special, joyful adventure in one of Spain’s most iconic landscapes.