How many kilometres is stage 1?

The stage from Montserrat to Igualada is about 26 km according to our track.

How long does this stage take?

About 6 h 55 min at a moderate pace (26 km and +435 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.

How much elevation does this stage have?

It gains about +435 m of ascent and −878 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.

Is this stage difficult?

We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 17 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.

Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Igualada?

We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Igualada.

Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?

On the stage we found 22 water fountains, 9 pharmacies and 2 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).

Stage 1 of 18 · Camino Catalán

Montserrat → Igualada

Barcelona

Distance: 26 km
Time: 6 h 55 min
Ascent: +435 m
Descent: −878 m
Difficulty: Moderate

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Dejas atrás la mole sagrada de Montserrat para entrar en la comarca de l'Anoia.

Elevation profile

Ascent

+435 m

Descent

−878 m

Altitude

306–821 m

Stage map

Services on the stage:💧 22 water fountains✚ 9 pharmacies🏧 2 ATMs(OpenStreetMap data; check opening times)

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What to see on this stage

Monuments and points of interest near the Camino for your rest (data from OpenStreetMap).

CastleCastell de la Guàrdia de Monsterrat
RuinsErmita de Santa Anna
RuinsErmita de Sant Onofre
RuinsErmita de Santa Magdalena
MuseumMuseu de la Pell d'Igualada i Comarcal de l'Anoia
RuinsMegàlit de la Diablera
RuinsBarraca de la Vinya del Forner
RuinsBarraca de la Soleïa del Roc Estret

Hostels on this stage

Cal Maco Alberg i centre de visitants+34935164016 Website ↗

Hostel data © OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL). It does not include beds or price, which are not always in the source; check with the hostel. Is one missing or wrong? Write to us.

Frequently asked questions about this stage

How many kilometres is stage 1?: The stage from Montserrat to Igualada is about 26 km according to our track.
How long does this stage take?: About 6 h 55 min at a moderate pace (26 km and +435 m). This estimate excludes breaks; with rests, photos and meals, add 1-2 hours.
How much elevation does this stage have?: It gains about +435 m of ascent and −878 m of descent, calculated on the real profile of the stage.
Is this stage difficult?: We rate it as moderate difficulty, with about 17 m of ascent per kilometre. It is an estimate based on elevation; heat, rain or the surface can make it harder.
Where to sleep at the end of the stage, in Igualada?: We list 1 pilgrim hostels in the corridor of this stage (with phone and website when available). You can also book a hotel or guesthouse in Igualada.
Is there water, a pharmacy and an ATM along the way?: On the stage we found 22 water fountains, 9 pharmacies and 2 ATMs (OpenStreetMap data; do confirm opening times).