Guided Gaudí’s Trencadís Mosaic Workshop in Barcelona 4 Hours

About this tour

Learn the distinctive technique Gaudí used to transform Barcelona's architecture during this hands-on four-hour workshop in the city centre. Work with a certified master craftsperson to create your own trencadís mosaic piece using broken tiles and glass, guided by someone trained in authentic methods and restoration practices. You'll leave with a finished artwork and insight into the creative process behind some of the world's most recognisable Modernist buildings.

Highlights

• Craft your own trencadís mosaic to take home
• Work with a master craftsperson certified by Catalan authorities
• Learn Gaudí's distinctive broken-tile technique firsthand
• Four hours of hands-on instruction and creative practice
• All tools and materials provided; no experience needed
• Wheelchair accessible workshop in central Barcelona

What to expect

You'll start with a brief introduction to trencadís history and Gaudí's approach before handling tools and materials yourself. The guide will demonstrate proper technique—selecting, breaking, and setting tiles into adhesive—then support you as you design and build your piece. Expect to work at your own pace; this isn't rushed production. The final hours involve refinement and finishing touches. By the end, you'll have both a physical artwork and genuine understanding of why this labour-intensive method became Gaudí's signature.

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