Vertical Montserrat is a charity race that climbs through Montserrat’s natural surroundings to its highest point. The route, available in several formats, presents a single challenge: conquering the 2,180 steps alongside Montserrat’s two funiculars, from the base of the Santa Cova to the summit of Sant Joan. The landscape, rugged and dramatic, seems tailor-made for those seeking adventure among towering stone spires. Less than an hour from Barcelona, it offers a vertical experience that invites a fresh way to engage with both sport and nature.
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Vertical Montserrat is part of a charity calendar, raising funds for local social organisations.
For those who want to train ahead of the race, Montserrat Natural Park offers routes with comparable gradients that are less demanding.