Discovering Montsant beyond the Natural Park
Montsant is a territory that is often associated only with the Natural Park and hiking trails. In this article, we look at Montsant from another perspective: the landscape that surrounds it, the vineyards that define it, and the villages that are part of it. A way to understand what you’ll find when you visit and how to explore it beyond the usual routes.
1. Montsant, beyond the Natural Park
When people talk about Montsant, the Natural Park usually takes center stage. That makes sense, because the mountains carry a lot of weight here, but this view often leaves out an important part of the territory.
Beyond the mountain paths, Montsant reveals itself by driving along secondary roads, passing through farming areas, vineyards, and small villages that all belong to the same landscape.
2. The landscape of Montsant
The landscape of Montsant unfolds as you move through the territory. Roads connecting Cornudella, La Morera or Ulldemolins let you see how mountains, vineyards and towns alternate along the way.
There are spots that are especially worth stopping at to take in the view and snap a photo: from the DO Montsant viewpoint in Marçà, with the mountain range on the horizon and vineyards in front of you; the Montsant viewpoint at Coll dels Solans (La Figuera), which offers wide views over the ridge. Near La Morera de Montsant you’ll also find the Pla del Torro viewpoint, where the terrain opens up in front of you and you can take in the patchwork of fields and cliffs.
3. The vineyards in Montsant
Vineyards are very present in Montsant and you can clearly see them as you travel between villages. They’re not concentrated in one single area, nor hidden behind large expanses, but spread throughout the territory.
Some places make them especially easy to observe, such as the vineyard areas near Capçanes, or around La Figuera, with open views that help you understand how the vines adapt to the terrain.
If you’d like to go a step further, a great way to understand vineyards in Montsant is to visit a local winery. At Celler Dosterras, for example, visits allow you to walk through the vineyards and learn how work is done in this specific setting—from cultivation to winemaking.
4. The villages of Montsant
The villages of Montsant are also part of the experience, and you can include them if you feel like it. Cornudella de Montsant, Ulldemolins, La Morera de Montsant or La Figuera offer simple, pleasant walks without needing to plan too much.
Stepping into a village, strolling through its streets, or sitting down for a vermut in a bar on the main square are all ways to get to know them and see everyday life there. Adding one or two of these villages helps give context to the rest of the territory.
5. Staying overnight in Montsant
Staying overnight in Montsant is a great idea if you want to enjoy a calm experience without rushing. The area offers a varied range of accommodation across the villages and for all tastes: rural houses, family-run stays and hotels.
When looking for a place to stay, platforms like Booking.com, Airbnb or EscapadaRural let you filter by area, type of accommodation and length of stay, and they’re useful for comparing options without already knowing the territory.
Keeping these elements in mind makes it easier to plan your visit and decide what to prioritise depending on how much time you have.
If you have any questions, get in touch with us—we’ll be happy to share a few recommendations.
