Why not hold your civil wedding in Chianti? Did you know that Chianti is one of the most beautiful Italian regions and the favorite wedding destination of people coming from all over the world? It would be such a blessing to start the most significant chapter of your life amidst these magnificent landscapes and vineyards, enjoying glorious views from hilltop medieval villages!
Starting from the Etruscan era, Chianti has always been rich in art, culture and history. Moreover, the region also stands out for a unique gastronomic heritage that you can only find in Italy. The area can be easily reached as it is approximately 30 minutes away from Florence and Pisa airports, and almost 2 hours and a half away from Rome airport. Get married in Chianti: all year round and all seasons are ideal for an unforgettable civil wedding in the heart of Tuscany!
Venues for a civil wedding in Chianti
Civil weddings in Chianti are legally recognized in almost all countries. The ceremony can be held in any of the marvelous town halls or venues in possession of a special license approved by the Tuscan authorities, such as historical castles, gardens, palaces and villas: all unique settings for a special civil wedding in Chianti.
Weddings in Tuscany, Italy, are easily arranged as there are no specific residency requirements to legalize them. To reduce your stress and relax, hire a wedding planner like Brilliant Events: we can assist you throughout the whole legal procedure, helping you to choose the best venue for the ceremony and the reception, as well as the accommodation. Brilliant Events has many years of valuable experience and expertise in the field, so that its knowledge about legal requirements and possible venues in the area is extremely extensive. The agency already arranged several civil weddings in the most charming town halls in Tuscany, including those in Certaldo, Florence, Lucca, Montalcino, Montepulciano, Pienza, Pisa, San Gimignano and Siena.
Venues for civil weddings
Civil weddings in Chianti are legally recognized and they can take place in one of the exquisite town halls, or rather in one of the venues licensed and approved by the Tuscan authorities. The ceremony can be held in hilltop castles, historical palaces, splendid villas or stunning gardens: any of these places may be the perfect setting for your legal civil wedding ceremony in Tuscany.
Castelnuovo Berardenga
The delightful Castelnuovo Berardenga is a town located on a hilltop between the Malena brook and the Ombrone river. Civil wedding ceremonies can be held in the Centro Studi di Villa Chigi, either in the Council Chamber or in the Demographic Service Office.
Otherwise, Villa Catignano is a great venue combining its ancient charm with all modern comforts. Civil weddings can be set up in the beautiful inner spaces, on the terrace or even in the garden, whether the season allows it. The Villa also offers several apartments, provided with their own kitchens and where guests can stay overnight.
Castellina in Chianti
This beautiful village is the best location for a civil marriage, which will be celebrated in the Sala del Capitano located within the Rocca, the medieval fortress. The service is free on weekdays, while a fee of €150 is required if the ceremony is held in the weekend. The ancient fortress’ interiors highlight the medieval character of Castellina in Chianti. Moreover, the imposing building where the marriage hall is located is a real historic treasure, showing its medieval character through its beautiful exterior stone structure and its warm interiors alike.
Radda in Chianti
For a civil wedding in Radda in Chianti the amazing Palazzo del Podestà will be available, so you will be given the opportunity to hold the ceremony under the beautiful loggia during spring and summer time. On the first floor you will find the Sala Del Podestà, which can host approximately 25 seats or suitable for a maximum of 40 standing guests. A personalised ceremony can include live classic music and personal vows, pronounced during the standard civil rite.
Gaiole in Chianti
Gaiole in Chianti is considered as the most idyllic town in Europe with its endless green hills and vineyards all around, with its luxuriant vegetation and excellent food. Civil weddings are celebrated in the simple but lovely decorated Wedding Hall inside a modern central building, suitable for a maximum of 30 guests.
Villa Pineider
This 17th– century villa crowning the hill of Montalcino is surrounded by picturesque gardens and offers a tiny church and a swimming pool. Villa Pineider is often the favourite couples’ choice: the combination of its amazing romantic atmosphere and the opportunity to experience the authentic Tuscan wine and cuisine make it the perfect wedding reception venue.
Villa Vignamaggio
The most beautiful Renaissance villa in Tuscany is Villa Vignamaggio. A classic internal courtyard, romantic wine cellars and a magnificent garden with stone paths leading to the farmhouses make it a very special venue. Surrounded by endless vineyards, the ceremony can be held in the garden right in front of the Villa. This location provides different amazing outdoor areas for the reception: the Garden of Elm Oaks, a Terrace in front of the Historical Cellar and the main Villa Garden.
Civil wedding ceremony
The mayor or one of his deputies will perform the civil ceremony in Chianti in Italian, so you can bring an official interpreter at the ceremony. Two witnesses are required: they can come from any nation as long as they are more than 18 years old and show a valid photo ID, but they cannot act as interpreters. The Marriage Hall has a rental fee that must be paid, varying according to the location, the season and the date. The fee goes from a minimum of €500 to a maximum of €9,200.
The religious blessing is not a part of the civil ceremony in Chianti, which strictly follows the articles of the Italian Civil Code. The marriage has legal validity and it is recognised in Italy as well as in other foreign countries.
Hire a wedding planner to take care of the paperwork and procedures that must be carried out. To get the best possible result, get a wedding planner like Brilliant Events that will assist you every step of the way!
Your unforgettable wedding in Chianti
Make your civil marriage in Chianti an unforgettable milestone, in a stunning and unique venue and providing the perfect reception. Most venues offer you the opportunity to celebrate the legal civil wedding inside their property… there are so many romantic places suitable for your civil wedding in Chianti! Celebrate your wedding on a hilltop fairy-tale castle, in an imposing fortress or in the lovely garden of a villa decorated with flowers. You will have such a wonderful wedding that you will remember every single detail for the rest of your life!
