Marry in a castle with panoramic views at Lake Garda

Highlights

If you love nature, history, and culture, this historic castle that dates back to the last centuries of the first millennium B.C. will be a strong candidate for your destination wedding in Italy. Facing Lake Garda, it offers unobstructed views of the serene Italian waters for a romantic exchange of vows. The castle also houses a museum for a little excursion after the ceremony and an observation tower 70 meters above the lake where you can enjoy 360-degree views of Lake Garda and the mountains around it.

Location

Sitting right along the shore of Lake Garda, this historic Italian castle is a great starting point for a long day of exploration of the lakeside establishments. From similarly astounding historic castles, lovely waterfalls, nature parks, boutique hotels, stately villas, pizzerias, coffee and gelato cafes, to world-class restaurants, you will never run out of places to visit along the venue. You can conveniently book in any nearby hotel and spend the rest of your honeymoon exploring the lakeside attractions.

History

Dating back to the last centuries of the first millennium B.C., the walls of this Italian castle bore witness to a lot of Italy’s history. It has undergone destruction and rebuilding over the centuries, but the latter history of the castle was all about its improvement and beautification as of Italy’s treasured national monuments.

In 509 AD, the castle was destroyed by the Franks who eventually rebuilt it for its undeniable beauty and historic value. The castle’s rich history includes hosting a kind, occupation by Verona’s ruling family from 1277 for one whole century, inclusion to the dominion of the Republic of Venice, and the conquest by the Empire. Several invasions happened after that, but in the end, the castle was reclaimed by Venetia, declaring it a national monument in 1902.

The historic marks of the castle can be the perfect backdrop for your once-in-a-lifetime destination wedding in Italy!

Ceremony

Lake Garda and the historic walls of the castle will be the winning features of your Italian wedding when you choose this venue for your big day. It gives you the opportunity to have an indoor or an outdoor wedding, depending on your preference.

You can have the ceremony inside one of the castle rooms, decorated with period furniture, surrounded by the castle walls that were amazingly preserved throughout the centuries. Expect no less than regal interiors inside the event rooms, which reflect the majesty of the castle’s rich history.

If you choose to get married outside, the glittering Lake Garda will be the star of your ceremony. Imagine the sun setting magically down the lake as you recite your vows on the castle’s terrace. The enchanting sunset palette reflected on the lake will be the astounding backdrop of your ceremony.

Photoshoot

If you’re getting married in this castle, make sure you use every corner for your photoshoot. From the indoor features that showcase its rich history to the castle’s facade that was carefully preserved for its original majestic architecture, to the lake that glitters magically in the background, and a lot more, there are many spaces to be utilized for your photoshoot.

As you enter the castle, you can already see an eye-catching feature where the castle guards used to live. The staircase that leads to the wedding ceremony floor is a sight to behold, and definitely a space where you should take photos.

When you step outside, there’s a courtyard with a small balcony that lends a perfect view of the lake and the surrounding mountains. It’s a perfect backdrop for an outdoor adventure photoshoot. Finally, you should not miss the opportunity to have your wedding photos taken on top of the castle’s tower, 70 meters above the lake, which offers the best view of the lake and the Italian town.