LEGO Architecture Notre-Dame de Paris (21061) Officially Announced!

LEGO have announced a brand new entry to the Architecture theme, introducing Notre-Dame de Paris (21061)!

Believe it or not the last time LEGO released a place of worship as a set was back in 1958, although this isn’t acknowledged in the press release at all. The set comprises of 4,383 pieces and will retail for £199.99 (€229.99/US$229.99/AU$349.99). It is available to pre-order now but will hit stores and online 1st June.

The set has many play-like features including a removable the roof which allows onlookers to peek inside the building and admire rose windows, columns, gothic arches, the two towers and more. Check out the official images and details below and let us know via the comments section what you think is it. 

Official details:

Experience every stage in the development of an iconic Paris landmark with the collectible LEGO® Architecture Notre-Dame de Paris building set for adults (21061). This architectural model kit takes you on a historic building journey beginning in 1163, when the first stone was laid, through architect Viollet-le-Duc’s redesign work in the 19th century to Notre-Dame’s majestic appearance before the fire of 2019.

Recreate authentic details such as the curved rear of the building, bell towers, rose windows and the central spire surrounded by statues, and add the nameplate to complete a spectacular display model of Notre-Dame. Remove the roof of your creation to admire the interior columns and arches, and lift off the towers to take a closer look inside.

This LEGO Architecture Landmarks Collection set makes the best LEGO gift for any creative adults who are lovers of history, architecture, art, travel or France, and it’s the perfect Paris souvenir.

• Notre-Dame de Paris architectural model kit – Experience every step in the architectural evolution of an iconic Paris landmark through the ages with this LEGO® Architecture building set for adults
• Gift for lovers of history, travel and art and a fun Paris souvenir – Your building journey follows that of the actual Notre-Dame cathedral, starting with its curved back and ending with the spire
• Authentically detailed Notre-Dame cathedral model – Admire the rose windows, remove the roof to view interior columns and arches and lift off the towers to take a closer look inside
• Paris decorations for the home – Place buildable trees along one side of the cathedral and attach the nameplate to the base, either at the front or the side of the building
• LEGO® gift for adults – This collectible, brick-built Paris home decor makes a fun present for mom, dad, a brother, sister or creative friend who is a lover of history, architecture, travel or France
• Step-by-step guide – Find building instructions on the LEGO® Builder app and in the included booklet, which also features the Notre-Dame story and an interview with the LEGO designer of this model
• LEGO® Sets for Adults – This LEGO Architecture Landmarks Collection model is part of an assortment of premium-quality building sets for adults like you who enjoy hands-on creative activities
• Brick-built Notre-Dame collectible – This 4,383-piece display model measures over 13 in. (33 cm) high, 8.5 in. (22 cm) wide and 16 in. (41 cm) deep