Venue Description:
Castles are always to be found in fairy tales where the princess lives happily ever after with her Prince Charming. Why not get married in a castle in Chianti and experience the realisation of a fairy tale wedding?
Picture yourself amidst these marvellous castles: resplendent in their historical shape and beautifully imposing, these buildings greatly differ from one another, as each of them exhibits its personal charming features. You will be utterly amazed by all of them, so that choosing your ideal wedding castle in Chianti will not be easy. Anyway, whatever your vision and desires are, your magical wedding in a Chianti castle will be a certainty!
Tale of a romantic castle
The foundation of one of the most romantic castles in Chianti dates way back to the 9th century, after its completion in the year 1000. In the second half of the 13th century, a group of stoned farmhouses was built at the foot of the castle, with a surrounding wall as protection from invaders. During the Renaissance, the battlements and the fortification were removed, and the castle was transformed into a country residence. A picturesque scenario was created by the majestic castle dominating the medieval village, dotted with ancient houses all over the hill slope and the vast lands, extending all the way down to river Pesa and crossing the Via Cassia, Florence and Siena.
The Castle has a secret
During the time when battles were fought against neighbouring kingdoms, the castle never suffered from starvation as a hundreds of meters-long underground tunnel was built, passing the way to the river plain. This was a useful secret passage that was exploited to bring in supplies during the sieges.
A magical castle for a wedding
This castle is a magical place and it is perfect for weddings! If you wish for a church wedding, the castle has a private chapel to accommodate at least 44 guests; otherwise, the Romanesque church of Saint Mary, located in the village, is available for bigger ceremonies. The castle also features a panoramic terrace, ideal for oath-taking weddings or other symbolic ceremonies.
The newlyweds and their guests will enjoy unforgettable sunsets on the Chianti hills, while relaxing with some appetizers before the reception. This lovely Tuscan castle has a charming courtyard and an open gallery, perfect for a dinner under the stars while guests sample the best local and international cuisine, accompanied by excellent wines from the nearby wineries. If guests wish to extend their stay, several huge comfortable rooms are available to accommodate them.
Other options
If a castle is too overwhelming for you, you can rather get married in a villa located just around the corner. This lovely villa, which is actually a farmhouse, is nestled among olive trees and it offers a magnificent view over the Tuscan countryside. Just like the castle, the villa can accommodate up to dozens of people, and it also provides access to the stunning intimate pool enclosed by the greenery of the private park.
Reaching these locations in Chianti will be easy, as they are only 30 km away from Florence, 80 km from Pisa and 50 km from Siena.
Just remember that this magical castle is the perfect setting for your wedding, whether you opt for a symbolic ceremony, a religious rite or even a civil marriage, and that it is a wonderful setting for a wedding reception too. There is no better place than a castle in Chianti to celebrate your fairy tale wedding!
Where:
– 30 km from Florence
– 120 km from Pisa
– 30 km from Siena
Specific Info:
– Symbolic Wedding Ceremonies: Yes
– Religious Wedding Ceremonies, private Chapel, max 44 pax: Yes
– Wedding Reception: Outside max 150 pax, inside max 150 pax
– Accommodation: For 40 pax, max 60 pax