Culture and traditions

It is difficult to find a more appropriate name than Montserrat (serrated mountain) for Catalonia’s most iconic mountain range. With its unusual shapes, bold peaks and dangerous cliffs, the mountain's imposing profile cuts across the sky above the great central depression of Catalonia, while living up to its name. 

Sometimes, to rediscover the miracle of existence, all you have to do is look up at the sky: far from the light pollution of big cities, you can see the grandeur of the cosmos quite clearly. However, if you want to do it properly, you will need to visit an astronomical observatory. These stargazing centres are located in privileged locations, with stable atmospheric conditions and unpolluted skies, and have such powerful telescopes that, when opened, a superb show unfolds before our eyes. In the regions around Barcelona, there are several of these perfect places for stargazing. Do you know where they are? 

Are you ready for a unique experience, one you will remember for a lifetime? We give you some suggestions if you feel like trying something completely different, something that will definitely leave a lasting impression. Whether you are daring and love heights or prefer to gaze at nature’s beauty from a privileged vantage point, here you will find a series of adventures that you must experience at least once in a lifetime.