The Abbey of Montserrat is a Benedictine monastery founded in 1025, located on Montserrat Mountain near Barcelona. It is one of the most important sites in Catalonia due to its religious, cultural, and natural significance.
The Basilica. The Virgin of Montserrat (La Moreneta), the patron saint of Catalonia.
The Escolania, one of the oldest boys' choirs in Europe. The Montserrat Museum.
Mountain trails and scenic viewpoints.
Pope Leo XIV will visit Montserrat on June 10, 2026. He will pray in the Basilica before La Moreneta and take part in a ceremony with the Benedictine community and the Escolania.
The visit is especially significant because it coincides with the celebrations of the abbey's millennium and highlights Montserrat's importance as a spiritual center of Catalonia.