UNIQUE TUSCAN WEDDING VENUE
WEDDINGS
Unique location near Florence
Up to 140 guests
Romantic experience
Imagine walking down the stairs of a beautiful castle in the middle of an idyllic landscape. Imagine that you’re dressed in your wedding gown and surrounded by your dearest friends and relatives.
Imagine how the Tuscan sun enlights the most beautiful day of your life and the beginning of your happily ever after.
All of this might come true in the extraordinary Castello di Montegufoni, an authentic 10th century-old, romantic, intimate and atmospheric castle surrounded by the grand Tuscan landscape.
Features
- Personal approach
- Customised wedding program
- Single-location event
- Exclusivity on request
YES I DO
WEDDING CEREMONY
Tuscany is one of the few regions in the world where people and nature live together in harmony. From the Castle of Montegufoni you can see the beautiful Tuscan landscape with panoramic views and beautiful scenes on the horizon: characteristic farms, castles and a Tuscan cypress on the beautiful gently rolling hills. Not surprising that many Renaissance painters found their inspiration here. Discover the cheerful, sensitive and sentimental atmosphere of Tuscany.
Civil wedding
For an incredibly romantic civil ceremony, you can get married in Florence in one of the oldest Palazzo in Italy, the Palazzo Vecchio. This beautiful medieval building is located in the famous Piazza della Signoria.
Symbolic ceremony
For those who want to seal their eternal love without a civil ceremony, a symbolic wedding ceremony can take place at Castello di Montegufoni. We recommend to hold the ceremony in the majestic and elegant Corte dei Duchi or in our beautiful garden with a view over the lush Tuscan landscape.
Catholic ceremony
A Catholic ceremony can be held in the Catholic church of San Lorenzo. This used to be part of the castle domain and is easily accessible via the garden. The church can host a maximum of 100 guests. In case you decide to have your wedding there, we’ll be glad to get you in touch with the priest.
RECEPTION
Up to 140 wedding guests can be received in the magnificent Castello di Montegufoni. The reception can take place in the courtyard, in the restaurant, in the garden, on the terrace … The possibilities are unlimited.
The Corte dei Duchi also lends itself perfectly as a reception area.
DINNER
At Castello di Montegufoni we understand the importance of delicious, elegant cuisine, served with quality and care. Together with you, we work out the perfect Tuscan menu that matches your wedding theme, style and budget, to delight all your guests.
Indoors
Usually we serve dinner in the Salone Severini, our main dining-room, located inside the castle with entrance from the main Courtyard. This room has original frescoes and “stuccos” of the 17th century.
Outdoors
In case of good weather, you might prefer to have your dinner served in the main Courtyard, decorated and highlighted to create the perfect atmosphere. (only with exclusive use of the location)
DANCE PARTY
After dinner you can descend the stairs, romantically lit by candles, to the Limonaia, the beautiful candle-lit Lemon house where guests will move to have the party. This vaulted intimate space is the ideal location to turn your celebration into an amazing party.
It’s time to get the party started!
Limonaia
The Limonaia is an authentic storage place where the lemon plants are stored during the winter. On your request we are pleased to lit this room for you with hundreds of candlelights, which will create the most romantic atmosphere.
Open lounge-bar
An open lounge-bar can be installed.
ACCOMMODATIONS
Castello di Montegufoni is suitable for a maximum of 140 guests for an overnight stay.
The castle is divided into 39 unique apartments and houses. Since the castle has been preserved with respect for its history, each apartment has one or more authentic eye-catchers, including beautiful frescoes and fireplaces. Because of this all apartments are very different in size and can accommodate from 2 up to 9 guests.
You can choose from 2 formulas to receive you and your guests.
A la carte
It is possible to rent just some specific locations in Castle Montegufoni like the Salone Severini and the Limonaia to have your wedding festivities.
In that case, guests will have to book their accommodation by themselves for at least 3 nights, in the apartments they personally selected based on availability.
Exclusive
As a second option you can also go for complete exclusivity.
In this case, you can rent the entire castle, which becomes the exclusive setting for you and your guests. Based on the room descriptions, you can assign the rooms to each of your guests. Of course you also have the exclusive use of the bar, the restaurant and all other parts of the Castle.
PREFERRED PARTNERS
FOR THE FINISHING TOUCHES
Every detail of your wedding will be taken care of. Our staff is always ready to support you with the general organization of your wedding.
We also provide additional services such as the provision of flower decorations, candle arrangements, a photographer, music, hire of limousines, cosmetic treatments and hair styling. Of course we think along within your planned budget to make your wedding day, the day of your life.
Florists
For all your flower and candle decorations during your wedding event, we can recommend the following partners with whom we worked together for several times. They know the Castle of Montegufoni inside out and therefore they can advise you the best way to emphasize the Castle’s charme. Feel free to visit their website or contact them by mail.
- MARZIA of Shining Flowers: shiningflowersitaly@gmail.com
Music & lighting
No party without music and complementary lighting. You want to highlight the main Courtyard with light strings, to immerse the Limonaia in a warm atmosphere or to create a party vibe at the swimming pool? Our partners assure the best and most flexible solutions.
And what about the music? You need a string quartet to grace your ceremony, a live band or DJ? Our partners can make it happen.
- Firenze Classica (music & DJ)
- Fabio Dex (DJ) ()
- Francesco Gbaudio (lighting)
Photographer
Giulia Sarti is a Tuscan based wedding photographer who focusses on people and their feelings on each wedding. She tells the story of your wedding day through glimpses of emotion and intimate moments.
Facebook: Fotografia Sorelle Sarti
Email: foto-grafia@hotmail.it
Hair & Make-up
The most beautiful day in every woman’s life should be absolutely perfect. The hair stylists Andrea & Nadia of “IMAGE” will take care of you so you could feel comfortable and confident all day long. We can assure you one thing: you will look astonishing!
Ceremony vehicles
Don’t miss the opportunity to enrich your wedding with a classic car or Vespa scooter. Surprise your partner and friends with a drive in and a photoshoot with a Fiat 500, a Beetle cabriolet, a Citroen DS, a Volkswagen Bully bus or a vintage Vespa. Unforgettable!
Wedding Planners
In case you prefer to work with a wedding planner, we’re glad to introduce you to reliable and professional persons who usually co-operate with us.