Serra de Montsant Natural Park
A space that combines a rich natural and cultural heritage, with numerous hermitages
Located in the province of Tarragona, within the region of El Priorat, it is characterised by its abrupt orography of cliffs, ravines and gorges, apparently inaccessible.
Montsant is presented as an “island of biodiversity”, surrounded by 11 towns in the region of El Priorat. Its highest mountains are found in the Sierra Major: The highest point is Roca Corbatera (1,163 m), followed by Piló dels Senyalets (1,109 m) and Cogulla (1,063 m).For centuries, Montsant has been a haven of spirituality, as evidenced by the numerous hermitages that can be found. An example is the 12th-century hermitage of San Bartomeu, located in the spectacular Fraguerau gorge. Also located within the boundaries of the natural park are the remains of the Scala Dei Charterhouse, the first to be founded on the Iberian Peninsula.Another of its distinguishing features is the richness of its flora and emblematic fauna. The Serra de Montsant has two of the four trees in Priorat that have been declared monumental: The Yew of the Cave and the Elder of Fontalba.It's also an ideal place to enjoy active tourism activities such as hiking, climbing and via ferrata.AccreditationsIn 2019, the Montsant Natural Park was the first area in Catalonia to receive dual certification for the protection of lighting and acoustic quality from the Generalitat (Catalan Government).In 2021, the Montsant Natural Park and the municipalities in its area of influence were designated a “Starlight Tourist Destination.”
Serra de Montsant Natural Park
Tarragona (Catalonia)
What you need to know
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Cultural information
Along with the hermitages, you can find an interesting rural architectural heritage of farmhouses and traditional buildings built using the dry stone technique.
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Environmental information
The height of its peaks, its orientation and its complex orography mean that the Serra de Montsant Natural Park boasts a high level of biodiversity, with more than 1,280 species. Among the mammals, the greater horseshoe bat, the wild cat, the otter and a population of around 200 wild goats stand out. It is also a territory inhabited by birds of prey such as Bonelli's eagle, peregrine falcon, common kestrel, golden eagle, eagle owl, goshawk and short-eared owl.In terms of recognition, in 2019 this park was the first space in Catalonia to receive dual certification for the protection of lighting and acoustic quality from the Generalitat (Catalan Government).In 2021, the Montsant Natural Park and the municipalities in its area of influence were designated a “Starlight Tourist Destination.”
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Information for visits
It has numerous well-marked trails for excursions of varying difficulty. There are also routes to explore the park by mountain bike. The more adventurous can do their medium-difficulty via ferrata (K3). The park also has various leisure and rest areas and picnic areas.You can find more information by visiting the Montsant Natural Park center or at the tourist offices and information points in the Priorat region.- Information Point Serra de Montsant Natural Park: Plaça de la Bassa, 1. 43361 La Morera de Montsant.
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