A model of the beautiful Basílica i Temple Expiatori de la Sagrada Família in Barcelona has been revealed. It contains in excess of 12,000 pieces, making it the largest LEGO set ever, in terms of number of parts.
It looks absolutely stunning, not only capturing the exquisite architectural details inside and out, but also the incredible lighting inside that's produced when the sun shines through the colourful stained-glass windows.
Construction of the basilica began in 1882 and a year later Antoni Gaudí took over the project. This year marks the centenary of his death, and although much work remains to finish sculptures and decorative elements, the building's main structure was completed earlier this year when the final stone was placed on top of the central tower.
Unfortunately, we have to wait five months before we can do the same on the model but, in the meantime, you can read the press release and view more pictures after the break.
LEGO Architecture Sagrada Família set unveiled to honour Gaudí's 100-year legacy
To commemorate the centennial year of Antoni Gaudí’s passing, the LEGO Group today reveals the LEGO Architecture Sagrada Família set – a detailed new model inspired by one of the world’s most recognisable and ambitious buildings. Designed to reflect both the scale and spirit of Gaudí’s vision, the set offers builders an immersive way to explore the architecture of one of the most complex and celebrated buildings ever conceived.
The new set captures the evolving story of Barcelona’s most iconic landmark, with the building steps mirroring the basilica’s actual construction sequence. The build begins with the foundational Apse and Crypt, moves through Gaudí’s original Nativity façade and the dramatic Passion façade, before rising into the grand naves, Western Sacristy and six iconic towers. The final stage brings the model together with the Eastern Sacristy and the Glory façade.
Altogether, the model, which measures 62cm high, 47cm wide and 39 cm deep, features an impressive 12,060 LEGO elements, making it the largest LEGO building set ever released, by piece count. One unique detail is the striking stained-glass window effect, designed to echo the unique way light moves through the real basilica. Once complete, the model stands as a striking display piece, designed to be admired from every angle. This is a true centrepiece for travel lovers, history enthusiasts and architecture aficionados alike.
Rok Žgalin Kobe, LEGO Architecture Designer, said: “We felt an immense responsibility to do justice to the Sagrada Família through this design. Our goal was to honour Gaudí’s vision with the utmost respect, capturing the rhythm of the basilica’s construction, its extraordinary complexity and ambition, and translating that into an immersive building experience. This is not only the largest LEGO set ever, but a model of one of the most ambitious architectural works in the world.
Balancing scale and precision, while remaining faithful to a living monument that has been evolving for more than a century, was a unique design challenge – and one we’re incredibly proud of.”
The LEGO Architecture Sagrada Família (21065) is available for pre-order from today, and goes on sale globally from 1st November 2026, priced at £649.99/ €749.99/ $799.99. Discover more and purchase at LEGO.com/SagradaFamilia or visit your nearest LEGO Store.