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We have prepared for you an unusual route for a car trip along the mountainous part of the Catalonia region. You will be waiting for Cistercian monasteries, a castle of Templars, a winery of the famous priorate region, picturesque mountain valleys, numerous serpentines, as well as delicious food and unforgettable impressions.
Distance – 271 km. All roads on your way are free if you follow the route.
Travel time – 4 hours 50 minutes one way without stopping. With full stops-10-12 hours.
When to go. At any time of the year. In the summer in the mountains it is not as hot as on the coast (about +21 +25). And the winter here is soft (average temperatures about +7).
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1. Santes Creus (Santes Creus)
The first monastery on your way-Santes-Kreus, is 98 km from Barcelona. The monastery is included in the so-called “Cistercian triangle” (the other two monasteries-he will fuck and Wallbon de Les-Mongs, the first of them will visit today). Cistercians are a Catholic monastic Order, which is a supporter of asceticism and reclusion.
The parking is conveniently located right by the walls of the monastery, and to go to its territory, you will need to go down from the parking lot and go past a few gates. An adult input ticket costs 4.5 euros. The price includes audio guide (is available in Russian).
2. Montblanc
At 28 km there is the next point of the route – the medieval city of Montblan. Its historical part is within the fortress walls. It is most convenient to leave the car in the parking lot by the walls and enter the Torre de Bover tower. Admire the Gothic churches of Santa Maria and San Migel (if you wish, you can go inside),
fortress walls (XIV century),
Royal Palace, Monastery of de la Serra, go through the Jewish district.
All attractions are located very compactly, slowly, they can be bypassed within an hour.
3. Pooblet
At a 15 -minute drive there is another monastery entering the “Cistercian Triangle” – he will get into. You can visit the monastery only as part of a guide tour (without the services of a guide, a ticket will cost 7.5 euros, 10 with a guide). From Monday to Saturday, tours will start from 10:00 to 12:30 and from 15:00 to 17:25. On Sunday – from 10:30 to 12:25 and 15:00 to 17:25. Excursions are held only in Spanish and Catalan. But when buying a ticket, you can take the plan of the monastery complex (there is, including in Russian).
For 24 euros, in addition to the tour, you will be offered lunch in a monastery restaurant.
Actual information can be found on the official website.
4. Siurana (SiUrana)
Next, you have a clock move to a small mountain village – Siurans. This tiny settlement is located in a very picturesque place, on a rock, and consists of just a few streets. At the entrance to Siuran, there are ruins of an ancient fortress, built by the Moors. For inspection, it is worth laying down for about 30 minutes.
5. Winery Celler Devinssi
Priorat is an old winery region, is currently considered leading in the country. The wines produced here are known far beyond its borders. A huge number of wineries are located in the region, but we would recommend to you Celler Devinsi to visit.
This is a small family winery that can be visited as part of the excursion (there is even in Russian). You can choose the excursion, as well as its duration yourself.
Detailed information can be viewed on the official website. Please note that the tour should be ordered in advance.
6. Miravet (miRavet)
Miravet is 35 km from the winery. The main attraction of the town is a relatively well -preserved medieval castle of Templars. From the observation deck you will open amazing views of the vicinity and valley of the Ebra River. The entrance ticket costs 2.5 euros. Please note that at the entrance you can take a guide in Russian. To penetrate the atmosphere of the Middle Ages and enjoy the views of about half an hour.
7. El Pinel de Brai (El Pinell de Brai)
The travel time from Miravet to the next stop will be about 20 minutes. This is a very small town surrounded by mountains on all sides. Its main attraction is “Cathedral of Wine” (Catedral del VI).
The standard input ticket costs 5.50 euros. The price includes a guide to the objects of the winery, an audio guide (there is in Russian),
as well as a tasting of wine and local olive oil. Opening hours-from 10:00 to 14:30 and from 15:30 to 19:00 (Mon-C.),
from 10:00 to 17:00 (PT),
10:00 – 20:00 (SB),
10:00 – 23:00 (Sun). You can also order an excursion. Be sure to specify the time for excursions on the site, there you can also book reservation.
Address: C/ Pilonet 8, Pinell de Brai.
1 comment
This route through Catalonia sounds absolutely fascinating! The mix of history, nature, and culture is perfect for an enriching trip. I’m particularly intrigued by the Cistercian monasteries and their ascetic lifestyle—it’s incredible how much history is preserved in these places. Montblan seems like a medieval gem, and I’d love to explore its Gothic churches and fortress walls. The wine region also caught my attention—experiencing local flavors must be a highlight. Siurans sounds like a hidden treasure, perched on a rock. I wonder, what’s the best season to take this trip for optimal weather and fewer crowds? Would you recommend staying overnight in any of these places for a deeper experience?