Sagrada Familia Completion Timeline Delayed Again As Construction Enters Final Phase.
Barcelona, Spain – The completion date for the iconic Sagrada Familia basilica in Barcelona has been officially postponed once more, as project officials now project the final tower will be topped out between 2033 and 2035. The new schedule, released by the construction board on Thursday, cites unforeseen structural complexities in the installation of the central spire’s foundational supports and ongoing material shortages as primary factors. This adjustment pushes the anticipated finish date a full five years past the previously announced 2030 deadline, marking the latest delay for a project that began in 1882. The basilica, designed by Antoni Gaudí and a UNESCO World Heritage site, ranks among the world’s most visited monuments. Despite the setback, officials confirmed the landmark will remain open to the public throughout the final construction phase. The announcement has prompted immediate discussion among historians and investors regarding the ongoing financial viability of the privately funded project.