How many pieces does the Arc de Triomphe set include?

The set has 386 pieces built from 60 unique parts, with no minifigures included.

What landmark does this set represent?

It recreates the Arc de Triomphe at Place Charles-de-Gaulle in Paris as a simplified display model.

Is this a good first set in the Architecture range?

Yes, its modest part count and clean building method make it an accessible starting point for the theme.

Architecture

Arc de Triomphe

The Arc de Triomphe is part of the LEGO® Architecture range, which turns famous landmarks into pared-back display models, here recreating the monument at Paris's Place Charles-de-Gaulle. Released in 2017, the set uses 386 pieces and includes no minifigures. This page lists all 60 unique parts and colours used in the build.

Set number: 21036
Year: 2017
Pieces: 386
Minifigures: 0
Theme: Architecture
Different parts: 60

What can I build with it?

View the official building instructions at LEGO® ↗

Parts list 60

As BrickLink list (XML)

Import on BrickLink: Wanted → Upload, upload the file (or paste its content), pick a Wanted List and add the parts.

Spare parts (6)

These extra parts come with the set in case one gets lost.

Description

A landmark in miniature

The model captures the arch's defining proportions: a tall central archway, four supporting piers and a flat roofline with a repeating relief pattern along the top. White and light grey stand in for the pale stone of the real monument in Paris, while tan and blue add quiet contrast for the base and sky backdrop. Unlike most other LEGO® themes, Architecture leaves out minifigures and play features entirely, focusing purely on shape, proportion and how recognisable the finished model is.

A deliberately simple build

386 pieces are built from just 60 unique parts, noticeably fewer than a set of similar size from most other themes. That restraint is central to how LEGO® Architecture works: repeated plates, tiles and arch pieces combine into a clean, symmetrical shape without relying on many specialist elements. This makes the build approachable even for someone new to larger sets, since patterns become obvious quickly and progress stays easy to track from one session to the next.

A quiet piece for the shelf

White, light grey, tan and blue keep the finished model understated, reading more like a piece of art on a desk or shelf than a typical play set. That restrained palette also makes the parts list on this page worth a look for other architecture or cityscape projects, particularly where pale stone facades or arch shapes are needed. Anyone who already owns other Architecture sets will recognise the same restrained building style carried through here.

Who this set suits

The Arc de Triomphe appeals to architecture fans, Paris enthusiasts and anyone who prefers a compact display model over a set built for minifigure play. Its relatively low part count and short build time also make it a sensible starting point for the wider LEGO® Architecture range before moving on to larger, more detailed landmarks. Once finished, the model takes up little desk or shelf space while still standing out through its clean, instantly recognisable shape.

FAQ

How many pieces does the Arc de Triomphe set include?: The set has 386 pieces built from 60 unique parts, with no minifigures included.
What landmark does this set represent?: It recreates the Arc de Triomphe at Place Charles-de-Gaulle in Paris as a simplified display model.
Is this a good first set in the Architecture range?: Yes, its modest part count and clean building method make it an accessible starting point for the theme.