Best Places To Get Married In Europe

Couples planning a destination wedding need all the help they can get to find some of the most beautiful places to get married. Sometimes these places are in locations that we least expect. While a lot of people looking for some sea, sand and sun might consider Asia or even Africa, it might surprise you to find that destination wedding in Europe is not lacking in these qualities either. There is quite an endless number of great places to get married in Europe and so, finding the perfect match for you and your fiancé might not be so easy.

Not to worry, with the use of our guide, you should be able to whittle your choices some of the best of the best. Just come with us as we reveal these magical spots that will earn you blessings for a married couple from your loved ones as you begin this journey together.

6 Best Places to Get Married in Europe

  • Lake Como, Italy

Located along the foothills of the Alps, Lake Como in the Lombardy region of Italy is the third-largest lake in the country and one of the most romantic places to get married. Formed in the shape of an upside-down letter Y, the lake has two branches that confluence at the beautiful resort town of Bellagio, one of the many picturesque villages you can find along its shores. The city of Como, home to magnificent architecture and a funicular that can take you up to the mountain town of Brunate, lies at the bottom of the southwest branch of the lake. There is more than one reason to choose this location for your wedding.

  • Santorini, Greece

If you will like to get married in one of the more popular wedding destinations, then consider Santorini. Located in the Aegean Sea, the city is popular for its beautiful, whitewashed houses in delightful cubiform. The rugged landscape of this Cyclades island was formed around 16th century BC by a devastating volcanic eruption.

Its two main towns are Oia and Fira, picturesque locations that hang above the cliffs of an underwater crater, overlooking the sea. Santorini boasts breathtaking sunsets, and its great food, clear waters and beautiful environments make it one of the best places to get married.

  • Malta

If you’re in need of lots of sunshine, paired with spectacular scenery, then Malta might just be the place for you. Becoming increasingly popular as a destination for European weddings, this archipelago located in the central Mediterranean between the North African coast and Sicily, is home to a variety of venues. From breezy beach locations, to stately homes, restored farm houses and even lush hotel gardens. Asides being a home to megalithic temples, numerous fortresses and other historic sites, another plus Malta has, is that couples do not need to be residents to get legally married there.

  • Dubrovnik, Croatia

For an abundance of beach locations, beautiful quaint towns and dazzling views, try out a wedding in Croatia where you will be spoilt for choice. Dubrovnik in particular gives you the best of both worlds if you can’t decide between a beach or city wedding. Located along the Adriatic Sean southern Croatia, Dubrovnik is known for its significant Old Town, enclosed within massive stone walls from the 16th century. With wedding venues such as beach clubs, churches, villas or luxury hotels, the city is also home to well preserved historic buildings from the baroque, Gothic and Renaissance eras.

  • Ölüdeniz, Turkey

If you’re thinking spectacular wedding backdrops, white sandy beaches and an exotic location, then perhaps Ölüdeniz, is the place for you. Located in the southwest coast of Turkey, Ölüdeniz is a resort village, home to the white Belcekız Beach and Ölüdeniz Tabiat Parkı, where you will find the Blue Lagoon. Your more adventurous guests will enjoy paragliding from Babadağ mountain which overlooks the village, hiking the Lycian Way, or visiting Butterfly Valley, a nature reserve nestled in a secluded bay.

Ölüdeniz is a wedding destination for the couple on a budget and looking for delicious food, tropical weather and stunning coastal views.

  • Tenerife, Canary Islands

Just a short flight from the UK and promising warm weather all year round, the Canary Islands of Tenerife is last but not the least on our list of most beautiful places to get married. With great views, beautiful beaches, lush forests and volcanic landscapes, you can’t run out of breath-taking backdrops and great venues for your wedding. A short,3-hour flight from the UK, it is also easily accessible.

Plan your destination wedding Europe, with a choice of one of these magnificent locations, and best places to get married, you will be hard pressed to say no to.