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Church & Religious Site

Poblet Monastery

📍 Monestir de Poblet, 43448 Vimbodí i Poblet, Tarragona, Spain
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Quick Facts

Location
Spain, Barcelona
Category
Church & Religious Site
Duration
1.5-2 hours
Address
Monestir de Poblet, 43448 Vimbodí i Poblet, Tarragona, Spain
Coordinates
41.3806, 1.0539

Introduction

Poblet Monastery is Catalonia's grandest Cistercian monastery. Built 12th-14th centuries, UNESCO World Heritage — royal burial site of the Crown of Aragon with Romanesque and Gothic architecture — a precious heritage site near Tarragona. Built 12th-14th centuries; Cistercian. Royal burial site of Crown of Aragon. Church, cloister and Royal Gate. Still inhabited by monks. About 1-1.5 h from Barcelona or Tarragona.

✨ Highlights

01
UNESCO
UNESCO; Catalonia's grandest monastery.
02
Royal burial
Royal burial site of Crown of Aragon.
03
Cloister
Romanesque and Gothic cloister.
04
Active
Still inhabited by monks.

🛈 Practical Info

→Access:~1 h from Tarragona; ~1.5 h from Barcelona by car.
→Combine:With Tarragona Roman ruins and Montserrat.
→Tour:Guided tours available.
→Duration:1-2 hours.
→Transportation:Drive via AP-2/T-300 to Vimbodí i Poblet, free on-site parking; or RENFE to L'Espluga de Francolí then taxi or 4 km walk; 1 hour from Tarragona

Opening Hours

Opening Hours
Monday10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00
Tuesday10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00
Wednesday10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00
Thursday10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00
Friday10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00
Saturday10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00
Sunday10:30-12:30, 15:00-18:00

Closed 12:30-15:00; summer (Jun 15-Sep 14) afternoon until 18:30; guided visits only, fixed departures

Ticket Information

Ticket Information
Adult€10.50
Senior€7.50 (65+/student/disabled)
Childfree under 7

Guided visits only, fixed departure times; Catalan/Spanish/English tours

💡 Tips

• Buy tickets; ~1.5 h from Barcelona.
• With Tarragona Roman ruins and Montserrat.
• Opening and admission are subject to official notice.

FAQ

What are the opening hours of Poblet Monastery?

Monday: 10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Tuesday: 10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Wednesday: 10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Thursday: 10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Friday: 10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Saturday: 10:00-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Sunday: 10:30-12:30, 15:00-18:00; Closed 12:30-15:00; summer (Jun 15-Sep 14) afternoon until 18:30; guided visits only, fixed departures

How much is the admission for Poblet Monastery?

Adult: €10.50; Senior: €7.50 (65+/student/disabled); Child: free under 7; Guided visits only, fixed departure times; Catalan/Spanish/English tours

Any practical tips for visiting Poblet Monastery?

Buy tickets; ~1.5 h from Barcelona. With Tarragona Roman ruins and Montserrat.

How long should I spend at Poblet Monastery?

A typical visit takes 1.5-2 hours.

Ticket prices, schedules and opening hours are for reference only; please follow the official announcement.