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Are you dreaming for a wedding plunged among hills and valleys?? Where ancient ruins will be the charming scenario and sunflowers the scent of your ceremony?
An irresistible album of landscapes, history and art, Umbria offers a perfect backdrop to your wedding: elegant mansions, castles, villas, medieval hamlets, historical monasteries and cathedrals, lush river valleys, full-bodied wines, flavourful black truffles, rolling hills bursting with colour and dotted with pristine medieval hill towns.
If your dream is to get married in some unique location, plunged in the green valleys of central Italy, then you have definitely selected the right place!
A region offering authenticity and excellence!
Capital of Umbria, Perugia rises up on a hill enjoying spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. A medieval town, it is a pleasure to explore on foot starting from the Corso Vannucci which is the main shopping street lined with elegant café's and beautiful palazzi. Perugia's main Duomo dominates the Piazza IV Novembre and the nearby Palazzo dei Priori built in 1293 was for years the official town hall. Civil weddings in this elegant city are held in a superb Palazzo right on the main piazza; complete with frescoed walls and woodcarvings. It is undoubtedly one of the finest wedding halls in Umbria.
Todi is a real jewel in the heart of Italy, with its historic monuments, the fascination of its medieval atmosphere and the unique beauty of its countryside. It lies within an admirably preserved ring of city walls; the church of San Fortunato, with a 15th-century facade and an echoing stark interior, crowns its sloping streets. An unforgettable panorama can be enjoyed climbing to the top of the magnificent tower-bell. The palaces symbol of spiritual and civil medieval life are located in Piazza del Popolo, the heart of Todi.
Nearby is Monte Castello di Vibio well known among the experts for its heart plant and for the position dominating the entire valley. Here the smallest theatre in the world. The theatre of Concordia has been built in 1808 with the aim of bringing peace and happiness between peoples. Beautifully frescoed, the Theatre can host 99 persons and nowadays, in addition to the seasonal representations is also available for Civil and Symbolic weddings. After the ceremony the Bride and Groom and all their guests can have a beautiful walk through the small roads of the ancient village and enjoy the charming landscape of Todi and its countryside. The banquet can be organised in one of the most beautiful Country Houses of the region.
Known as the city of Peace and the meeting place of world religions, Assisi's medieval aspect has remained intact and is characterised by its spectacular panoramic views of the surrounding valleys and its lovely medieval houses made of the local pink stone. The overall effect for the visitor as they approach is spectacular when bathed in the light of a sunset; the pink is intensified creating a unique effect. Visitors to Assisi can perceive the intensity of the Franciscan spirituality and that of the other great saints who have blessed this land: couples wanting to hold a catholic ceremony in Assisi have a superb selection of churches and chapels to choose from.
Civil weddings in Assisi are celebrated in a magnificent medieval palace enriched with frescoes and original furnishings. Vaulted ceilings and lovely light filter in creating bringing to life centuries past. As you step out you are in the heart of the city. Walk up to the top of the hill, where the fairy-tale castle, Rocca Maggiore, is a 14th-century replica of an earlier fortress destroyed in a citizens' revolt. The view from here encompasses all of the Tiber Valley that St. Francis loved and walked with his disciples.
Assisi is a special city and the atmosphere here is like no other town in Umbria - we invite you to discover its uniqueness and beauty.
Spoleto, home of the Festival of Two Worlds, has been a cultural centre for centuries. Arriving on the Via Flaminia, you can't miss the Rocca Albornoz, a gloomy medieval castle that looks very unItalian. But once in town, you are back in the land of warmth and harmony. A true citadel, Spoleto can only be explored on foot; the town climbs upwards and the walk is most rewarding. You will be entranced by the narrow cobbled streets, which have maintained their original structure and atmosphere. Seen from outside, the cathedral of Santa Maria Assunta is unforgettable, with its terra cotta-paved piazza, symmetrical bell tower and golden Byzantine mosaic it creates a very authentic atmosphere and an unforgettable setting for a wedding. Nearby is the official wedding hall in an elegant Palazzo situated on a quiet side street. Inside the Palazzo is decorated with beautiful frescoes and original 1400's antiques. Sunlight pours in from the windows making this a very romantic location for your Italian wedding.
You can host your Italian wedding reception in elegant castles, palaces or upscale farmhouses feasting on the fine Umbrian wines and highly praised cuisine.
Spoleto Weddings are a perfect place where to celebrate weddings in Italy when you want an ancient or medieval backdrop to your wedding ceremony or you would like to celebrate a theme or period wedding.
Gubbio, a medieval jewel whose grey stone buildings seem to be resolutely marching up the impossibly steep slopes of its heavily wooded hill. The town is reached by following a romantic winding road that runs through magnificent chestnut woods. At its feet is a well-preserved Roman amphitheatre, still used for summer performances. In town is the 13th-century church of San Francesco, offering delightful frescoes and a serene little cloister. But the most visible landmark of Gubbio is the turreted tower of Palazzo dei Consoli with its majestic staircase. Outlined against the dark green hillside and surrounded by stone houses and narrow lanes, it is gleaming symbol of the town.
A picturesque medieval Italian village in Umbria, Bevagna is a wonderful site for your destination wedding in Italy! Formerly an Umbrian settlement with Etruscan origins, this charming town presents amazing churches, fortification walls and breathtaking architecture that will provide the perfect backdrop and scenery to your beautiful wedding photos. The striking Palazzo Lepri, built just at the end of the 17th century, home to the attractive Town Hall is located in one of the most beautiful squares in Umbria, as it combines both civic and religious characteristics of the delightful town.
There are several impressive churches in which to have your Catholic Wedding in Bevagna! Celebrate your religious ceremony in the Church of St. Silvestro. Built in 1195, the church boasts beautiful stone construction and a rustic lower-level façade. With crafted moulding and sculptures of animal heads, the exterior of the church is inviting. The interior has rows of columns and a tall, barrel-vaulted ceilings; a beautiful place to exchange your vows!
The Collegiate Church of St. Michele Arcangelo is Bevagna’s most important church. Build in the 12th and 13th centuries, this historic monument has exquisite interiors that include a splendid frieze, tall ceilings and a beautifully decorated chancel.
Wherever you decide to have your ceremony, a Bevagna wedding will create memories that will last a lifetime!
Perched on a 300-meter plateau, Orvieto looks down from its cliff-edged balcony over a vineyard dotted plain.
The stupendous cathedral of Santa Maria took centuries to build; its ornate facade will take your breath away, especially at noon when it basks in the full glory of God's golden Umbrian sunlight. Nearby is the Tempio Belvedere, Italy's only remaining above-ground Etruscan temple; and the Pozzo di San Patrizio, a well topped by a spectacular two-story house built in the 16th century and featuring a double staircase of the type originally designed by Leonardo.
Weddings are celebrated in different wedding locations: the Torre del Moro, one of the main monuments in town, and the elegant hall in the medieval Mancinelli Theatre, both perfect for small and large weddings.
The most important centre in Northern Umbria, Città di Castello, surrounded by wooded countryside has many important historical remains of the Romans.
The small historic heart of the city is full of life. In the summer the main square becomes the meeting point of almost the entire town with people walking around or just sitting on the outside cafés.
The gothic town hall is of singular beauty and the wedding hall, the medieval Sala del Consiglio, with glass stained windows and ancient frescoes is simply magnificent.
Lovely options for in intimate and secluded lunch or dinner after the ceremony at local restaurants.
