Choosing the perfect place to celebrate a wedding is one of the most important decisions for the bride and groom, and celebrating a wedding in a monastery is a choice that guarantees a unique experience! In recent years, this trend has gained a lot of points.
These historic spaces, full of charm, offer a unique and spectacular setting for one of the most important days of your lives, and in Spain we have some of the most beautiful monasteries in the world. Didn’t you know? Look at this beautiful wedding of the influencer Gara Sevilla in one of them and you’ll want something just like it for yourself!
We tell you all the advantages of getting married in a monastery and the best ones in Spain, here below!
Reasons why celebrating a wedding in a monastery is a success
Historical and architectural charm
Monasteries are authentic architectural treasures dating back centuries. Their imposing structure, artistic details and architectural elements offer a spectacular and majestic setting for any wedding.
Add grandeur to your wedding, their details can hardly be found elsewhere.
Calm and spiritual atmosphere
The peace you breathe in a monastery is incomparable. These places, designed for prayer, provide a spiritual and quiet environment ideal for an intimate ceremony. The atmosphere allows the bride and groom and their guests to enjoy every moment with greater emotional connection.
Natural settings and dreamy gardens
Many monasteries are surrounded by manicured gardens, parks and breathtaking natural scenery. These outdoor spaces provide unique and wonderful photographic backdrops, creating an idyllic setting for a dream monastery wedding.
Spacious and versatile spaces
From large halls to courtyards and cloisters, these venues offer versatility for the ceremony, banquet and party, allowing you to customize every aspect of your wedding according to your wishes!
Exclusivity and privacy
Celebrating a wedding in a monastery provides an exclusivity and privacy that is difficult to match in other venues. Being spaces that are not available to the general public, you can enjoy a setting reserved just for you and your guests, ensuring an intimate and personal celebration – a perfect setting!
Unique photographic opportunities
Every corner of the monastery, from the architectural details to the gardens, can become a perfect backdrop for wedding photos. The images captured in these surroundings will be unique and full of personality, can you imagine the memories that would remain with photographs in such a place?
Culture to the fullest
These historic spaces have a wealth of stories and traditions, adding significant cultural value to the wedding. Having a wedding in a monastery allows you and your guests to immerse yourselves in the rich cultural and heritage heritage of the venue.
Different wedding styles
Despite their strong historical character, monasteries can adapt to any style! Whether it’s a traditional ceremony or a more modern celebration, monasteries offer a versatile setting that can adapt to the needs and preferences of each couple.
Best monasteries to get married in Spain
Royal Monastery of Guadalupe
Located in Cáceres, it is an unparalleled setting for a wedding, combining an impressive historical and architectural richness with an atmosphere of peace and spirituality. This monastery offers a fusion of Gothic, Mudejar, Renaissance, Baroque and Neoclassical styles, providing a majestic and exclusive setting to capture unforgettable memories in a place charged with meaning.
18th Century Catalan House
Celebrate the wedding you always dreamed of in this monastery, an exclusive venue with 2000m2 of incredible gardens, swimming pool with jacuzzi and incredible views. Give a touch of history and romance to your wedding in a monastery like this one!
Valbuena Monastery
Located in a charming setting in the heart of the Ribera del Duero, the best preserved 12th century Cistercian monastery in Europe, is the perfect place to celebrate your wedding. You will enjoy the best wines in the carefully maintained gardens and vineyards that are part of the landscape.
Carthusian Monastery of Ara Christi
This is an architectural complex surrounded by spectacular gardens, without a doubt, the perfect setting for the celebration of an ideal wedding. The hall of mirrors stands out in this monastery. A unique space that has not been renovated, but with a renovated aesthetic that takes you to a large exhibition area. Customize your wedding as you like, adapting the place to your tastes!
Royal Monastery of Sant Jeroni de Cotalba
The Royal Monastery of Sant Jeroni de Cotalba, located in Alfauir, Valencia, is one of the most impressive historical and architectural treasures of the Valencian Community. Founded in the 14th century, this monastery offers a setting of incomparable beauty and serenity, making it the ideal place to celebrate a unique and memorable wedding.
Monastery of San Juan de los Reyes
This 15th century Gothic monastery, built by order of the Catholic Monarchs, is one of the most impressive in Spain. Its beautiful cloisters and church offer the perfect setting for a wedding full of elegance.
Piedra Monastery
Located in a natural park in Zaragoza, this monastery offers an incomparable natural environment. Its gardens, lakes and waterfalls create a fairytale setting for any wedding.
El Escorial Monastery
Located in Madrid, it is one of the architectural jewels of the Spanish Renaissance and offers an atmosphere of grandeur. Its church and impressive halls are ideal for an unforgettable ceremony and banquet.
For your wedding in a monastery, Wedding Planner Service
What did you think of these venues for your monastery wedding? Deciding is the next step. Having a wedding planner specialized in monastery weddings can make the difference between a stressful wedding and a pleasant and memorable experience. Contact Natalia Ortiz, from Weddings and Events by Natalia Ortiz and don’t worry about stress!
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