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Montblanc, Catalonia

Província de Tarragona · Catalonia · Spain · 6,632 residents

Photos: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 · Wikimedia Commons

Montblanc is a small town in Província de Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain, home to around 6,632 people. There are 12 notable places to see in and around town, including Castell de Barberà and Castell de Solivella. The nearest airport is Reus (REU), about 22 min by road, with direct flights from the UK.

Why go

  • Sights worth the trip: Castell de Barberà, Castell de Solivella and convent de Sant Francesc de Montblanc.
  • Easy to reach: Reus (REU) is 16 miles away with direct flights from the UK.
  • Tours, tickets and activities can be booked in advance.

Top sights in Montblanc

Ranked by how well known they are.

  • Castell de Barberà1castle

    Castell de Barberà

    4 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Barbarà de la Conca, Spain

  • Castell de Solivella2castle

    Castell de Solivella

    6 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Solivella, Spain

  • convent de Sant Francesc de Montblanc3monastery

    convent de Sant Francesc de Montblanc

    In the centre · Photo

    church building in Montblanc, Spain

  • Museu del Pessebre de Catalunya4museum

    Museu del Pessebre de Catalunya

    In the centre · Photo

    museum in Spain

  • Castell de Forès5castle

    Castell de Forès

    9 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Forès, Spain

  • Palau del Castlà6palace

    Palau del Castlà

    In the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Montblanc, Spain

  • Museu Comarcal de la Conca de Barberà7museum

    Museu Comarcal de la Conca de Barberà

    In the centre · Photo

  • Centre d'Interpretació d'Art Rupestre de les Muntanyes de Prades8museum

    Centre d'Interpretació d'Art Rupestre de les Muntanyes de Prades

    In the centre · Photo

  • Art museum Frederic Marès in Montblanc (Cataloña)9museum

    Art museum Frederic Marès in Montblanc (Cataloña)

    In the centre · Photo

  • Abric del Mas d'en Ramon d'en Bessó11cave

    Abric del Mas d'en Ramon d'en Bessó

    3 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Montblanc, Spain

  • El Portell de les Lletres12cave

    El Portell de les Lletres

    3 miles from the centre · Photo

    cultural property in Montblanc, Spain

  • Castell de la Guàrdia dels Prats

    castle · 2 miles from the centre

Tours & tickets in Montblanc

Guided tours, day trips and tickets in and around Montblanc can be booked in advance, priced in GBP.

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Where to stay in Montblanc

Hotels, guesthouses and apartments in Montblanc are priced in GBP below, most with free cancellation.

Hire a car

The easiest way to reach Montblanc and the villages around it is a hire car from Reus (REU), about 22 min away.

Best time to visit Montblanc

Getting there from the UK

By air

  • Reus (REU)16 miles, about 22 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Barcelona (BCN)48 miles, about 1 h 8 min by roaddirect flights from the UK
  • Girona (GRO)90 miles, about 2 h 8 min by roaddirect flights from the UK

By car and ferry

Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 24 min without stops. Nearest ferry ports: Barcelona (53 miles).

Montblanc is good for

Around Montblanc

Towns and villages within an hour or so.

Questions people ask

Is Montblanc worth visiting?

Yes. Montblanc is known for Castell de Barberà, Castell de Solivella and convent de Sant Francesc de Montblanc. It works well as a base or as a day trip from the towns nearby.

How do I get to Montblanc from the UK?

Fly to Reus (REU), which has direct flights from UK airports, then it is about 22 min by road. Barcelona (BCN) is an alternative, 48 miles away. Driving from Calais takes roughly 15 h 24 min.

Is Montblanc good for families?

Yes: there are family-friendly attractions nearby, and most activities can be booked in advance.

What is near Montblanc?

Tarragona (18 miles), Salou (21 miles), Sitges (35 miles) and Cambrils (22 miles) are all within an hour or so.

Where is Montblanc?

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