Mare de Déu de Montserrat de Montferri

The sanctuary features 120 catenary arches forming a boat-like structure on Corralot hill, with curved exterior pillars mirroring the Montserrat mountain range.

Construction began in 1925 under architect Josep Maria Jujol, halted in 1931 during the Second Republic, and remained incomplete until final restoration in 1999.

The sanctuary represents local devotion to the Virgin of Montserrat, where villagers traditionally made pilgrimages after grape harvests to express gratitude.

The building opens Tuesday through Sunday from 10:30 AM to 1:30 PM, with an entrance fee of 2 euros and parking available directly in front.

Local residents manufactured the construction materials themselves, mixing gravel from Gaya River with cement to create the building blocks.

Location: Montferri

Inception: 1925

Architects: Josep Maria Jujol

Architectural style: Art Nouveau architecture

Made from material: stone

GPS coordinates: 41.26860,1.36970

Latest update: May 15, 2025 22:15