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I captured these snapshots for La Vanguardia's Readers' Photos around 9 am, when this sea of fog had formed in Montserrat.
If the meteorological phenomenon gives a vision of 1 km or less, it is considered fog; and if it allows you to see more than 1 km, the phenomenon is fog. In this case, it is clear that it is low fog, revealing only the highest mountain peaks.
The rock massif of Montserrat is traditionally considered the most important and significant mountain in Catalonia. With a maximum height of 1236 meters, made up of the Sant Jeroni peak, this mountain rises abruptly to the west of the Llobregat river.
There are several route options to enjoy this emblematic massif, beyond the visit to the popular monastery with Moreneta.
The route of the hermitages allows you to tour around fifteen of these small temples. The complete itinerary is quite long and can take up to 7 hours walking.
Another recommended itinerary is the Camí dels Degotalls, a short walk of less than 20 minutes through a completely flat area full of sculptures in honor of the Virgin of Montserrat, the different towns of Catalonia or other congregations. You exit just behind the beginning of the bus parking lot, up some stairs with signs.
The spectacular route to Sant Jeroni leads to the highest point of the mountain, at 1,236 meters above sea level. Follow a path with many stairs, narrow sections and lots of vegetation. It is not technically difficult, but it is recommended to have a minimum of fitness. With the Sant Joan Rack Railway you save about 40 minutes of walking.
