Wedding Ceremonies
For your wedding in Tuscany you can chose between a civil or religious (catholic or protestant) ceremony or you may decide to have a symbolic wedding ceremony.
Civil Wedding Ceremony
A civil wedding ceremony in Italy often takes place at the town hall or in a hall or location designated by the respective municipality, which is always very beautiful.
However, many municipalities also allow a civil ceremony at the venue chosen by the couple, for example, in a garden overlooking the vineyards, at the coast with a view of the sea, or right on the beach.
The fee for the ceremony depends on the municipality and ranges from around 450.00 euros to 1,500 euros, in some places even more.
Whether you want to get married in one of the major art cities of Tuscany, on the coast, or in the countryside, there are beautiful wedding halls of various sizes everywhere. Some of them are decorated with impressive frescoes and artworks or are located in historic buildings such as former fortresses or castles.
A civil wedding in Tuscany is normally celebrated in a rather ceremonial way, and it is possible to make it even more romantic and personalised with musical accompaniment, a personal vow from the couple, and short readings by the bridesmaids, parents, etc.
Sometimes, a wedding candle is lit as well.
I will provide you with detailed information about the necessary documents. I will also handle the administrative procedures locally and provide interpretation during the preliminary appointment and the wedding ceremony.
After the wedding, you will receive an internationally valid marriage certificate.
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Religious Wedding
In Tuscany, both Catholic and Protestant Weddings are possible. and can also be celebrated if one of the spouses (groom or bride) has formally renounced his or her membership in the Church.
Possibly a religious wedding ceremony is performed without interpreter, so it is important to communicate if you will bring the Parish Priest from your country or if we need to engage an English-Speaking priest here in Tuscany.
Since there are only a few English-speaking priests in both denominations, it is important to know this early, especially if you want to get married during the most requested wedding months (May, June, or September) or on a weekend.
You will receive detailed information regarding the required paperwork, and I will take care to contact the authorities to supply the documents, make proposals for the Church, and arrange appointments with the responsible parish priest, as well as with the Curia.
Protestant Wedding
A civil wedding must, in any case, precede a Protestant wedding. This can take place either on-site on the same day as the church wedding or a few days earlier in Tuscany or in the home country. If the officiating pastor agrees, a Protestant wedding can also take place outdoors, apart from being in a church. Protestant churches are rare, but one can also use a private chapel, which is often available locally. In some Catholic churches, where the responsible priest is cooperative, permission for a Protestant wedding is also granted. In principle, the choice of churches is almost unlimited: whether Gothic, rich in wall and ceiling paintings, or Romanesque churches, whose particular appeal lies precisely in their simple elegance.
Roman-Catholic Wedding Ceremony
Couples may choose between a prayer service or a nuptial Mass, with or without Holy Communion.
Roman Catholic weddings can be celebrated as a religious ceremony only or with civil legal validity, in which case the civil and religious ceremonies are held together in the church and are legally recognised in the couple’s home country. An international marriage certificate is issued after the ceremony.
A combined civil and Catholic wedding is possible only if both spouses are Catholic and have never been married before, and requires approval from the priest, the Curia in Tuscany, and the couple’s home country.
For weddings with civil effects, documentation is required from both the Town Hall and the Curia. Toscana Mania will guide you through the process. Baptism and support from your home parish priest are mandatory.
The estimated church wedding budget is around €1,200, excluding flowers and music.
Symbolic Wedding Ceremonies
Symbolic weddings are just that – symbolic. This means that they do not have any legal significance and no marriage license is issued. Since there is no legal validity, there are no legal requirements for paperwork. Symbolic weddings are not presided by a religious or public official, but simply by a person who conducts the ceremony according to your requests. Mostly they are hold by a pastor, a professional speaker or orator, a family member or friend of the spouses.
Why a symbolic wedding ceremony?
A symbolic wedding in Tuscany is the perfect choice for couples of different religions, those who cannot have a civil or church ceremony, or anyone seeking a fully personalised wedding. It allows you to create a ceremony that reflects your values, beliefs, and style.
Ideal for destination weddings, vow renewals, or couples already married, a symbolic ceremony gives you complete freedom—formal or casual, indoor or outdoor, with your choice of readings, music, and vows.
Celebrate in a stunning Tuscan location: a medieval courtyard, vineyard, romantic Italian garden, or beach at sunset—any place meaningful to you.
I will help plan your dream wedding in Tuscany, suggesting the best locations, finding the right officiant, and assisting with music, readings, and symbolic elements. Your symbolic wedding will be unique, unforgettable, and perfectly tailored to your desired atmosphere, whether intimate or festive
I will create a unique and unforgettable event for you and your guests!