Set Facts
- The set is a detailed, buildable model of Neuschwanstein Castle from Germany.
- Features include exterior spires, turrets, courtyard, staircases, gabled roofs, and small interior builds.
- The surrounding trees' foliage can be customized to depict either a summer or fall landscape.
- Neuschwanstein Castle is a 19th-century Romanesque Revival palace located in Bavaria, Germany. Built by King Ludwig II of Bavaria, it was intended as a personal retreat and as a homage to Richard Wagner. Construction began in 1869 but was never fully completed. The castle is famous for its fairy-tale appearance and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Germany. It also served as the inspiration for Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle.
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Neuschwanstein Castle Reviews
Jays Brick Blog
“This 3,455-piece model pays tribute to the historic 19th century castle, a lavish and extravagant retreat commissioned by King Ludwig II of Bavaria in the foothills of the Alps in Southern Germany. This iconic castle is became the symbol for Romanticism era, and even served... More as inspiration for Walt Disney’s Sleeping Beauty Castle.”
Brickset
“The build is full of surprises, from the exterior spires, turrets, courtyard, staircases and gabled roofs to the small interior builds. Plus, the foliage of the surrounding trees can be changed to depict a summer or autumn landscape. Serenity awaits as you build this... More detailed LEGO castle set.”
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Subtheme Analysis
Lifespan
34 mos (this set 10 mos)
Community Stats
Neuschwanstein Castle currently ranks #28 out of the top most owned sets in Architecture Landmark Series.
About Architecture Landmark Series
The LEGO Architecture Landmark Series started in 2008 and consists primarily of models that represent the world's most famous structures. Initially the sets were focused on major cities in the United States such as models of the Sears Tower, John Hancock Center, the Empire State Building, and the Seattle Space Needle followed by international landmarks including Burj Khalifa, Brandenburg Gate, the Sydney Opera House and dozens more. Within the subtheme the scale of the sets differ widely.
Landmark Series was introduced in 2008 and currently consists of 36 sets. As of today,
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Dive into your passion for iconic landmarks with this collectible 3,455-piece LEGO Architecture Neuschwanstein Castle (21063) building set for adults. Spend quality time building a display piece that also makes a great architectural gift for you or other history lovers. The build is full of surprises, from the exterior spires, turrets, courtyard, staircases and gabled roofs to the small interior builds. Plus, the foliage of the surrounding trees can be changed to depict a summer or fall landscape. Serenity awaits as you build this detailed LEGO castle set.
Enjoy updated building techniques and an intuitive, 3D building experience with the LEGO Builder app as you recreate a faithful representation of Neuschwanstein Castle. This premium set, packed with details, will appeal to you or any creative adult who loves European history, travel or the castles and palaces of Europe. Its an impressive German-themed gift that any architecture or LEGO building fan would be proud to own...
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