Hike: Sant Jeroni de Montserrat, 13.5 km

Sunday, April 28, 2019, 8:10 a.m., Meet at Pl. Espanya FGC train station (not metro) in front of the ticket machines

Are you ready to tackle Montserrat's highest peak?
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We are, and we’ll be there, rain or shine!

We’re trying something a bit different this month; we’re splitting the hike into two groups. For the hardcore hikers who are looking for a challenge we’ve got a longer, harder hike planned: HIKE A. For those who are up for it, we’re simply adding to the shorter hike a small section with a good, tough climb - to make it a just a wee bit harder. (Details below.)

Not sure you're up for it?
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Don’t worry, for those who aren’t ready for the climb the longer hike represents, we’ve got something easier planned: HIKE B. It’s only 10 km long (without the hardest part!) and you’ll have time to visit Montserrat Monastery before meeting up with the first group. At our meet-up point the two groups will converge and continue together for the easier part of the hike. (Details Below.)

Before you decide be sure to read the full descriptions below of the two options available and download the trail on Wikiloc so you can follow the trail on your phone/GPS device.

Hike A

Peu del Aeri de Montserrat > Monastery > Sant Jeroni > Monastery; 13.5km

Description:
The first segment of the hike begins at the Peu del Aeri de Montserrat. From there we climb our way up to Montserrat Monastery; this segment is a 3.5 km climb with an increase of elevation of about 600 meters! Once there we’ll take a short break and we’ll meet up with the second group of hikers who will be waiting for us there. Then we continue together as one group for the rest of our hike.

Hike B

Take the cable car up from Peu del Aeri de Montserrat and begin hiking at the monastery -  Monastery > Sant Jeroni > Monastery; 10 km

Description:
If you’re not quite up for the challenge of the steep climb that the first segment presents, you can head on up to the Montserrat Monastery via the Aeri de Montserrat. There you’ll have the opportunity to visit the monastery, have breakfast & coffee and relax while you wait to meet up with the brave souls who are climbing up from below.

Hike A: TECHNICAL DATA

• Trail Type: Circular
  
• Difficulty Level: Hard
  
• Physical condition required: Very fit!
  
• Highest point: 1236 meters
  
• Lowest point: 134 meters
  
• Distance: 13.5 km
  
• Accumulated Elevation: 1102 meters
  
• Estimated Duration: 5-6 hours

Hike B: TECHNICAL DATA

• Trail Type: Circular
  
• Difficulty Level: Moderate to Hard
  
• Physical condition required: Fit!
  
• Highest point: 1236 meters
  
• Lowest point: 702 meters
  
• Distance: 10 km
  
• Accumulated Elevation: 534 meters
  
• Estimated Duration: 4-5 hours

WHAT TO BRING

• water – 2 liters is recommended 
• lunch/snacks – we’ll be eating a picnic lunch on the trail
• cash – for train tickets, museum entry (& attendance fees for ASB Friends: 3 euros)
• clothing appropriate for hiking
• hat, sunglasses & sunscreen
• waterproof jacket - as the weather can change in a moment 
• hiking boots 
• hiking poles 
• first aid kit
• camera

SCHEDULE

• 8:10 – Meet at Pl. Espanya FGC train station in front of ticket machines
  
• 8:15 – 8:25 Buy train tickets
• 8:36 – 9:36 Train Ride to Aeri de Montserrat (R5)
• 9:45–11:45-> Group B hike 3.5 km from Aeri de Montserrat to the Monastery (Group A takes the cable car up)
• 11:45-> both groups go to the meeting point near the monastery
• 12:00–14:00-> Hike 6 km to Ermita de Sant Jeroni
• 14:00–14:30-> Lunch break at Ermita de Sant Jeroni
• 14:30-15:00-> Climb the remaining stairs up to Sant Jeroni
• 15:00–16:30-> Hike remaining 4 km down to the monastery
• 16:30–17:00-> Cable car from the monastery to Aeri de Montserrat station
• 17:00-17:35-> beers while waiting for the train!
• 17:45–18:45-> Aeri de Montserrat to Pl. Espanya (next train at 18:45)
  

Tickets

This is a pay-as-you-go event so don't forget to bring cash. This event is free for members and the ASB is collecting only 3.00 euros per person for non-members to help defray the cost of scouting the trails and organizing the hike. The train ticket from Pl. Espanya to Aeri de Montserrat is about 9.00 euros round-trip, and the teleferic ticket is 7.50 eur one way and 11.50 round trip.

ASB Members 0.00 EUR
ASB Friends 3.00 EUR (pay at event)

PERSONAL SAFETY

​You are wholly responsible for your health and safety at all times. You must be physically capable of participating in and completing this activity in order to attend. If you are for any reason doubtful of your ability to participate in this event you should NOT attend.

The American Society of Barcelona (ASB) does not provide liability or personal injury insurance for the protection of individuals, groups, organizations, business or others that participate in this, or any other ASB activity.

You should be aware that this event requires a high level of physical fitness and is physically testing. Be aware also that there is a risk of injury while participating in outdoor activities, such as hiking. In the unlikely event of an accident the ASB is not responsible for injury, loss or damage.

Attending this event signifies that you understand fully that you may be exposed to a variety of hazards and risks, foreseen or unforeseen, which are inherent in outdoor activities, such as hiking. You must exercise extra care for your own personal safety and for the safety of others around you in the face of such hazards.

By attending this event you are acknowledging that you understand the various risks involved in participating in this event and accept full responsibility for your safety, and the safety of any minors accompanying you, at all times and you agree to hold the ASB harmless for any accident, injury, loss or damage.