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Unearth the Dwarves' Mine!

Delve into the Fantasy Era with this classic 2008 set, featuring 574 pieces and 7 minifigs for endless mining excitement and troll battles.

🏛 Fantasy Era
Set #7036

Dwarves' Mine

The Dwarves' Mine is a classic fantasy set with great play features.

🏆 Best For: Ideal for LEGO Castle enthusiasts and kids who enjoy fantasy-themed play sets ⏱ 4.5 hr build 🧩 574 pcs
★★★★☆ 4.6 from 22 reviews

Fans appreciate the Dwarves' Mine for its engaging play features and unique minifigure selection, especially the troll big fig. Some find the build repetitive and the color scheme somewhat bland, but overall it's considered a solid and nostalgic set.

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📝 Our Take

The Dwarves' Mine is a classic fantasy set with great play features. Released in 2008 as part of the Fantasy Era theme, it offers a fun mining scene complete with dwarves, trolls, and a mine cart. The set perfectly captures the adventurous spirit of classic LEGO castle themes.

This set is perfect for LEGO Castle fans and those who enjoy play-oriented sets. With its interactive elements and diverse minifigure selection, it provides hours of engaging play and storytelling opportunities. The build is straightforward, making it accessible for a wide range of builders.

Skip this if you prefer highly detailed display models or large-scale builds. While charming, the set's focus is primarily on play features rather than intricate design. Consider the newer LEGO Ideas Medieval Blacksmith for a more advanced and display-worthy experience.

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🧱 Building Experience

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574
Pieces
4.5h
Build Time
📊
Intermediate
Difficulty
Build Highlights:
  • Rolling mine cart adds a fun play feature
  • Wheel-powered bucket mechanism for transporting gems
  • Launching catapult for defending against trolls
  • Integration of rock and mine elements creates a cohesive scene

📈 Investment Analysis

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The Dwarves' Mine, released in 2008, has shown significant appreciation in value since its retirement. As a set from the popular Fantasy Era theme, it benefits from nostalgia and a strong collector base. The inclusion of multiple minifigures, including a big fig troll, enhances its desirability. While the current price is relatively high, the set's increasing value trend suggests it remains a solid investment. However, potential buyers should be aware of the risk of price fluctuations and the availability of similar sets that could impact its future value.

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📖 About This Set

The dwarves are working hard mining, transporting and hiding rare diamonds and gems, but can they protect their treasure from the evil troll warriors and the giant troll? This special-edition set includes a rolling mine cart, a wheel powered bucket and launching catapult to fire at the attacking trolls! Includes 4 dwarves, 2 troll warriors, a giant troll and lots of accessories! Giant troll is 3" (8 cm) tall!

Compare Similar Sets

Compared to other LEGO Castle sets, the Dwarves' Mine offers a unique play experience centered around mining and defending against trolls. While sets like the King's Castle (70404-1) provide a more traditional castle setting, the Dwarves' Mine stands out with its interactive features and focus on a specific narrative. If you prefer a larger, more detailed castle, the King's Castle might be a better choice, but if you're looking for a fun and engaging play set with a unique theme, the Dwarves' Mine is an excellent option.

📦 Full Parts Inventory - 136 unique parts • 534 total pieces

Flag 2 x 2 Square [Thin Clips] Flag 2 x 2 Square...
Part #: 2335 Light Bluish Gray
Equipment Goblet / Glass Equipment Goblet ...
Part #: 2343 Pearl Gold
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 20× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Corner Brick 2 x 2 Corner
Part #: 2357 Black
Tile Round 2 x 2 - Thin Lifting Ring Tile Round 2 x 2 ...
Part #: 2376 Black
Tile 1 x 4 with Groove Tile 1 x 4 with G...
Part #: 2431 Reddish Brown
Slope Inverted 75° 2 x 1 x 3 Slope Inverted 75...
Part #: 2449 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 x 5 with Blocked Open Studs and Bottom Stud Holder with Asymmetric Ridges Brick 1 x 2 x 5 w...
Part #: 2454a Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Pin Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2458 Dark Bluish Gray
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 Light Bluish Gray
Tile Special 2 x 2 with Top Pin Tile Special 2 x ...
Part #: 2460 Dark Green
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Pin on Bottom Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 2476a Dark Green
Barrel 2 x 2 x 2 Barrel 2 x 2 x 2
Part #: 2489 Reddish Brown
Tipper Bed Small, 3 x 4 Anti-studs Tipper Bed Small,...
Part #: 2512 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 1 x 2 Side Handle [Free Ends] Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 2540 Black
Tile Special 1 x 1 with Clip and Straight Tips Tile Special 1 x ...
Part #: 2555 Light Bluish Gray
Bar, 4 Top Bars, Palm Tree Top Bar, 4 Top Bars, ...
Part #: 2566 Black
Minifig Neckwear Armor Breastplate with Leg Protection [Plain] Minifig Neckwear ...
Part #: 2587 Metallic Silver
Technic Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise and Center Slots Technic Pin with ...
Part #: 2780 Black
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Grille Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 2877 Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Dark Green
Brick 2 x 4 Brick 2 x 4
Part #: 3001 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 3 Brick 2 x 3
Part #: 3002 Reddish Brown
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 2 x 2 Brick 2 x 2
Part #: 3003 Dark Green
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 22× Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 2 Brick 1 x 2
Part #: 3004 16× Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 1 Brick 1 x 1
Part #: 3005 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 8 Brick 1 x 8
Part #: 3008 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 6 Brick 1 x 6
Part #: 3009 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Reddish Brown
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Black
Brick 1 x 4 Brick 1 x 4
Part #: 3010 Dark Green
Rock 1 x 1 Jewel / Gem 24 Facet Rock 1 x 1 Jewel ...
Part #: 30153 Trans-Red
Plate 2 x 4 Plate 2 x 4
Part #: 3020 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 3 Plate 2 x 3
Part #: 3021 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 2 Plate 2 x 2
Part #: 3022 Black
Door 1 x 5 x 7 1/2 Stockade Door 1 x 5 x 7 1/...
Part #: 30223 Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 2 Plate 1 x 2
Part #: 3023 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Handle Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30236 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 2 with Vertical Clip [Thick U Clip] Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 30237a Reddish Brown
Plate 1 x 1 Plate 1 x 1
Part #: 3024 Black
Plate 6 x 12 Plate 6 x 12
Part #: 3028 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 12 Plate 4 x 12
Part #: 3029 Light Bluish Gray
Rock Boulder, Top with Marbled Trans-Neon Orange Pattern Rock Boulder, Top...
Part #: 30293pat0002 Dark Bluish Gray
Rock Boulder, Bottom with Marbled Trans-Neon Orange Pattern Rock Boulder, Bot...
Part #: 30294pat0001 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 4 x 10 Plate 4 x 10
Part #: 3030 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 2 x 8 Plate 2 x 8
Part #: 3034 Light Bluish Gray
Bar 4L (Lightsaber Blade / Wand) Bar 4L (Lightsabe...
Part #: 30374 Black
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point Rock 1 x 1 Crysta...
Part #: 30385 Metallic Silver
Rock 1 x 1 Crystal 5 Point Rock 1 x 1 Crysta...
Part #: 30385 Metallic Gold
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Slope 45° 2 x 2
Part #: 3039 Light Bluish Gray
Hook with Towball Hook with Towball
Part #: 30395 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 with Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 w...
Part #: 3040b Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Convex Slope 45° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3045 Black
Slope 45° 2 x 2 Double Concave Slope 45° 2 x 2 D...
Part #: 3046a Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Ovoid Bottom Pin Slope 45° 2 x 1 T...
Part #: 3048c Pearl Gold
Brick Round 1 x 1 Open Stud Brick Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 3062b Reddish Brown
Tile 1 x 2 with Groove Tile 1 x 2 with G...
Part #: 3069b Dark Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 1 with Groove Tile 1 x 1 with G...
Part #: 3070b Dark Bluish Gray
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Right Door 1 x 3 x 2 Right
Part #: 3188 Dark Green
Door 1 x 3 x 2 Left Door 1 x 3 x 2 Left
Part #: 3189 Dark Green
Technic Reel 3 x 2 Technic Reel 3 x 2
Part #: 32012 Dark Bluish Gray
Vehicle Track, Train, Plain Rail Straight (no slots, no notches on end) Vehicle Track, Tr...
Part #: 3228c Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 5 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 32316 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32530 Black
Technic Pin Connector Plate 1 x 2 x 1 2/3 [Two Holes On Top] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 32530 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Long without Friction Ridges Technic Pin Long ...
Part #: 32556 Tan
Axle Hose, Soft 7L Axle Hose, Soft 7L
Part #: 32580 Pearl Light Gray
Food Turkey Drumstick [Short] - 20mm Round Opening Food Turkey Drums...
Part #: 33057 Dark Orange
Brick Arch 1 x 8 x 2 Brick Arch 1 x 8 x 2
Part #: 3308 Light Bluish Gray
Turntable 4 x 4 Square Base with Top, Complete Assembly Turntable 4 x 4 S...
Part #: 3403c01 Black
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 8 Plate 1 x 8
Part #: 3460 Reddish Brown
Brick Special 1 x 1 x 2 with Shutter Holder Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 3581 Light Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 3 Brick 1 x 3
Part #: 3622 Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Black
Plate 1 x 3 Plate 1 x 3
Part #: 3623 Reddish Brown
Brick Arch 1 x 4 Brick Arch 1 x 4
Part #: 3659 Black
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 2 [Ovoid Bottom Pin, Bar-sized Stud Holes] Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3660 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 45° 2 x 1 Slope Inverted 45...
Part #: 3665 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 6 Plate 1 x 6
Part #: 3666 Reddish Brown
Technic Pin without Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Pin witho...
Part #: 3673 Light Bluish Gray
Slope 75° 2 x 2 x 3 [Hollow Studs] Slope 75° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3684 Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 75° 2 x 2 x 2 Quadruple Convex Slope 75° 2 x 2 x...
Part #: 3688 Dark Blue
Technic Brick 1 x 2 [1 Pin Hole] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3700 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 4 [3 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3701 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 4 Plate 1 x 4
Part #: 3710 Reddish Brown
Technic Bush Technic Bush
Part #: 3713 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Towball Socket, Short, 4 Slots Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 3730 Black
Plate 2 x 2 with Towball Plate 2 x 2 with ...
Part #: 3731 Black
Plate Special 1 x 2 with 1 Stud without Groove (Jumper) Plate Special 1 x...
Part #: 3794a Black
Plate 2 x 6 Plate 2 x 6
Part #: 3795 11× Reddish Brown
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Upper] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3830 Reddish Brown
Hinge Brick 1 x 4 [Lower] Hinge Brick 1 x 4...
Part #: 3831 Reddish Brown
Plate 2 x 10 Plate 2 x 10
Part #: 3832 Reddish Brown
Equipment Shovel [Rounded Handle End] Equipment Shovel ...
Part #: 3837 Black
Tool Pickaxe Tool Pickaxe
Part #: 3841 Dark Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword / Shortsword Weapon Sword / Sh...
Part #: 3847 Pearl Light Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 6 [5 Pin Holes] Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 3894 Dark Bluish Gray
Hinge Brick 1 x 2 Base Hinge Brick 1 x 2...
Part #: 3937 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Brick Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 3941 Reddish Brown
Plate Round 2 x 2 with Axle Hole Type 1 (+ Opening) Plate Round 2 x 2...
Part #: 4032a Reddish Brown
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Headlight Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 4070 Light Bluish Gray
Technic Beam 1 x 13 Thick Technic Beam 1 x ...
Part #: 41239 Dark Bluish Gray
Plate 8 x 8 Plate 8 x 8
Part #: 41539 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin 1/2 Technic Pin 1/2
Part #: 4274 10× Light Bluish Gray
Slope Inverted 34° 3 x 1 with Internal Stopper Slope Inverted 34...
Part #: 4287b Reddish Brown
Slope Inverted 34° 3 x 1 with Internal Stopper Slope Inverted 34...
Part #: 4287b Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Axle Pin with Friction Ridges Lengthwise Technic Axle Pin ...
Part #: 43093 Blue
Panel 1 x 4 x 1 with Rounded Corners [Thick Wall] Panel 1 x 4 x 1 w...
Part #: 43337 Light Bluish Gray
Barrel Half Large Barrel Half Large
Part #: 4424 Reddish Brown
Slope 75° 2 x 1 x 3 with Hollow Stud Slope 75° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 4460b Dark Bluish Gray
Slope 75° 2 x 1 x 3 with Hollow Stud Slope 75° 2 x 1 x...
Part #: 4460b 10× Light Bluish Gray
Plate 1 x 10 Plate 1 x 10
Part #: 4477 Reddish Brown
Helmet with Fixed Grill and Plume Hole (Castle) Helmet with Fixed...
Part #: 4503 Metallic Silver
Tool Hammer / Mallet Large Tool Hammer / Mal...
Part #: 4522 Black
Cone 1 x 1 [No Top Groove] Cone 1 x 1 [No To...
Part #: 4589 Black
Plate Special 2 x 2 with Wheel Holders Plate Special 2 x...
Part #: 4600 Black
Bar 1 x 3 [Clip / Anti-Stud] Bar 1 x 3 [Clip /...
Part #: 4735 Black
Rock Panel 2 x 4 x 6 Rock Panel 2 x 4 x 6
Part #: 47847 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 47905 Black
Brick Special 1 x 1 with Studs on 2 Sides Brick Special 1 x...
Part #: 47905 Dark Bluish Gray
Wedge Plate 3 x 4 with Stud Notches Wedge Plate 3 x 4...
Part #: 48183 Dark Green
Technic Axle Connector Hub with 4 Bars at 90° Technic Axle Conn...
Part #: 48723 Reddish Brown
Train Wheel Small, hole notched for wheels holder pin Train Wheel Small...
Part #: 50254 Black
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 White
Animal Body Part, Barb / Claw / Tooth / Talon / Horn, Small Animal Body Part,...
Part #: 53451 Pearl Light Gray
Weapon Axe Head, Clip-on (Viking) [Thin Clip] Weapon Axe Head, ...
Part #: 53705 Metallic Copper
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 14× Dark Blue
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Dark Green
Slope 30° 1 x 1 x 2/3 (Cheese Slope) Slope 30° 1 x 1 x...
Part #: 54200 Black
Technic Axle 8 with Stop Technic Axle 8 wi...
Part #: 55013 Dark Bluish Gray
Wheel Wagon Viking with 12 Holes [7 Studs Diameter] Wheel Wagon Vikin...
Part #: 55817 Speckle Black-Silver
String Cord Thin (0.5mm) 50cm String Cord Thin ...
Part #: 56823c50 Black
Shield Round Flat with Helmet on Dark / Medium Blue Quarters Print Shield Round Flat...
Part #: 59231pr0002 Dark Bluish Gray
Bar 7 x 3 with Double Clips (Ladder) [Straight Clips] Bar 7 x 3 with Do...
Part #: 6020 Black
Weapon Club Large (Troll) Weapon Club Large...
Part #: 60674 Light Bluish Gray
Weapon Sword / Scimitar Notched Blade Weapon Sword / Sc...
Part #: 60752 Copper
Rock Panel Rectangular 4 x 10 x 6 (aka BURP) with Marbled Dark Green Pattern Rock Panel Rectan...
Part #: 6082pat0001 Dark Bluish Gray
Rock Panel Triangular 3 x 8 x 7 (aka LURP) Rock Panel Triang...
Part #: 6083 Dark Bluish Gray
Brick 1 x 10 Brick 1 x 10
Part #: 6111 Light Bluish Gray
Wave / Flame Rounded with Base Pegs Wave / Flame Roun...
Part #: 6126a Trans-Neon Orange
Hinge Brick 2 x 2 Top Plate Thin Hinge Brick 2 x 2...
Part #: 6134 Black
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Trans-Neon Orange
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Light Bluish Gray
Plate Round 1 x 1 with Solid Stud Plate Round 1 x 1...
Part #: 6141 Black
Shield Octagonal without Stud with Troll Skull on Dark Red Print Shield Octagonal ...
Part #: 61856pr0001 Dark Bluish Gray
Panel 1 x 1 x 1 Corner Panel 1 x 1 x 1 C...
Part #: 6231 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 2 x 2 with Pin and Axle Hole Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 6232 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Pin Connector Round [Slotted] Technic Pin Conne...
Part #: 62462 Light Bluish Gray
Brick Special 2 x 4 with Pins Brick Special 2 x...
Part #: 6249 Dark Bluish Gray
Technic Brick 1 x 1 with Pin Hole Technic Brick 1 x...
Part #: 6541 Light Bluish Gray
Tile 1 x 6 with Groove Tile 1 x 6 with G...
Part #: 6636 12× Reddish Brown
Hose Rigid 3mm D. 32L / 25.6cm Hose Rigid 3mm D....
Part #: 75c32 Pearl Dark Gray
The set contains a good selection of Light Bluish Gray and Dark Bluish Gray bricks, useful for building rock formations and mine structures. The Reddish Brown tiles are also valuable for adding texture and detail to MOCs.

🛒 Where to Buy

LEGO (UK)
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£41.09
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$53.99
Walmart
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$56.99
Target
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$59.99
LEGO (US)
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$59.99
Amazon

💎 Notable Parts

Pearl Gold Slope 45° 2 x 1 Triple with Ovoid Bottom Pin (9x) $2.70
Metallic Copper Weapon Axe Head, Clip-on (Viking) [Thin Clip] (8x) $2.40
Reddish Brown Tile 1 x 6 with Groove (12x) $1.80
Est. BrickLink Part Value
$6.90

💡 MOC Potential

🏰 Expansions to a larger dwarven fortress
🌳 Create a hidden cave system with more detailed rockwork
🚗 Design a more elaborate minecart system

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Charts Inventory Statistics

136
Unique Parts
530
Total Pieces
7
Minifigures
Inventory Version: 2