Sant Benet de Montserrat Monastery Welcomes 1,500 Visitors Yearly for Spiritual Retreats

Benedictine nuns offer a space for silence and reflection amidst the nature of the Bages region.

Generic image of a monastery window with views of the Montserrat mountains.
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Generic image of a monastery window with views of the Montserrat mountains.

The monastery of Sant Benet de Montserrat, located in the Bages region, hosts approximately 1,500 people annually who seek spiritual answers and a break from modern life.

Managed by a community of over twenty Benedictine nuns, the guesthouse provides a sanctuary for contemplation. While many visitors are women aged 35 to 40, the monastery is open to anyone looking for a quiet environment to meditate or work on personal projects.

"It is a very beautiful job and I do it gladly: for me, it is about putting your gifts at the service of others."

Montserrat Unterlöhner · Sister in charge of the service
The facility includes ten rooms and private areas for guests, such as a dining hall and a meditation hill. Guests are invited to join the community's daily prayers in the church, which features a large window with stunning views of the Montserrat mountains.
Stays typically last three to four days, with prices ranging from 60 to 70 euros per night. These fees are designed to cover basic costs rather than generate profit, adhering to the traditional Rule of Saint Benedict regarding hospitality.