Celebrate your Catholic wedding in a Pieve in Chianti. The Pieve is a rural or parish church located on the top of a rolling hill, nestled in a natural landscape of incomparable beauty. Most of these churches are surrounded by alleys of cypress trees, verdant olive groves and vineyards teeming with crimson grapes. From the Pieve you will be able to enjoy amazing views on ancient castles, majestic Roman churches, quaint farmhouses and stone villas making it a truly stunning place where to get married in Italy.
Catholic weddings in Barberino Pieve in Chianti
One of the oldest churches in Tuscany is Barberino Pieve in Chianti, a unique example of Romanesque architecture, surrounded by cypresses and olive groves. The Gothic interior of the church is characterized by three naves, delimited by large pillars supporting seven arches. Moreover, several frescoes from the Ghirlandaio school dating back to the Renaissance still decorate the walls. The church exudes an aura of antiquity and uniqueness: its exclusive mystical atmosphere makes it the best venue for a Catholic wedding in a Pieve in Chianti.
Celebrating a Catholic wedding in Barberino Pieve in Chianti will be a wonderful and unforgettable experience. Located in a unique peaceful area, this church is the ideal venue for couples who wish to preserve their privacy. The local English-speaking priest will perform the ceremony, and lovely flowers can decorate the location in order to make it look like a bower. The couple will also choose the music to be played: you can either opt for an organist or rather for other classical instruments. Brilliant Events will take care of the music entertainment.
The Pieve in Chianti that better suits you
Near Panzano in Chianti, you will find the Pieve of San Leolino, a special place of worship for Catholics. Throughout its history, the parish church underwent several renovations, but after 1942 its original Romanesque appearance was restored.
The Pieve of San Cresci has been frequently modified over the years, and its Romanesque features have only been preserved on the façade right by the entrance, where columns and double mullion windows are surmounted by cubic capitals. A canvas of the Virgin of the Rosary with the signature of Francesco Boldrini is to be found inside the church, and a crucifix from the 16th century is fixed beside the frame.
Pieve in San Marcelino is composed of eight columns characterized by Corinthian capitals. The columns are made of precious materials such as the Parian and the Cipollino marble, as well as the African breccia, all well-preserved inside the church. The restored Pieve is only open to the public on certain days. San Marcelino is one of the best venues for Catholic weddings in a Pieve in Chianti.
About Catholic wedding ceremonies
A beautiful Catholic ceremony in a Pieve in Chianti will take place in this typical Italian church. Several requirements are to be met, but Brilliant Events will assist you every step of the way. Experts will arrange all appointments in Italy and accompany you in order to discuss the details of your wedding day. An English-speaking priest will perform the ceremony. An organist is available to play religious music, but you can also opt for a singer and additional instruments since the acoustics of these churches are exceptional. Moreover, flower arrangements could add a very romantic touch to the atmosphere.
Have your Catholic marriage in the wonderful setting of a Pieve in Chianti, surrounded by the romantic Tuscan countryside: it will make your special day even more unforgettable!
