Weddings on the Italian Lakes
The Italian Lakes offer some of the most enchanting settings for a wedding. From the dramatic peaks of the Alps to the rolling hills of Lazio, each lake has its own unique charm.
Lake Como is pure luxury, with elegant villas, mountain views, and glamorous towns like Bellagio and Varenna.
Lake Garda blends alpine and Mediterranean beauty, perfect for both grand celebrations and intimate elopements.
Lake Maggiore offers timeless elegance, especially on the Borromean Islands with their Baroque palaces and gardens.
Lake Orta is a hidden gem, ideal for romantic, intimate weddings amid tranquil waters and quaint villages.
Mountain lakes like Lago di Braies and Lago Ghedina offer breathtaking backdrops of forests and peaks.
Lake Bracciano in Lazio features Castello Odescalchi, a historic castle just outside Rome, ideal for lakeside romance.
With stunning scenery, world-class food, and a mild climate, Italy’s lakes provide the perfect setting for an unforgettable wedding.
Villa Balbiano
LENNO, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Outside : 200 guests maximum
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Accommodation for up to 25 guests
An elegant 17th-century villa on the western shore of Lake Como, Villa Balbiano offers exquisite gardens, terraces overlooking the lake, and opulent interiors. Ideal for couples seeking a luxurious and romantic lakeside wedding.
www.theheritage-collection.com
Villa del Balbianello
LENNO, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 80 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 150 guests
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Accommodation: Nearby hotels recommended
A stunning lakeside villa famous for its gardens, historic architecture, and cinematic beauty. Villa del Balbianello is a popular choice for exclusive ceremonies and breathtaking photo opportunities.
Castello Orsini-Odescalchi
BRACCIANO, LAZIO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 150 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 300 guests
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Accommodation: Nearby hotels in Bracciano and Rome
One of the most impressive Renaissance castles in Italy, Castello Orsini-Odescalchi overlooks Lake Bracciano just outside Rome. With its dramatic towers, historic courtyards and breathtaking terraces, the castle offers a spectacular setting for grand destination weddings and unforgettable celebrations steeped in Italian history.
Grand Hotel des Iles Borromees
STRESA, LAKE MAGGIORE
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Indoor capacity: Up to 150 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Accommodation: 90 rooms
A historic luxury hotel on the shores of Lake Maggiore, offering lakeside terraces, elegant ballrooms, and panoramic views of the Borromean Islands. Ideal for refined, classic Italian weddings.
Villa Cortine Palace Hotel
SIRMIONE, LAKE GARDA
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Indoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Accommodation: 100 rooms
A historic villa on the southern shore of Lake Garda, offering beautifully restored interiors, lakeside gardens, and a luxurious setting for romantic weddings and grand receptions.
Villa Regina Teodolinda
LAGLIO, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 60 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 100 guests
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Accommodation: Up to 12 guests
A charming historic villa located directly on the shores of Lake Como. With its romantic gardens, elegant interiors and breathtaking lake views, Villa Regina Teodolinda is perfect for intimate destination weddings and exclusive celebrations with close family and friends
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www.villareginateodolinda.it
Villa Arcadio
SALÒ, LAKE GARDA
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Indoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Accommodation: Up to 36 guests
Set on the hills overlooking Lake Garda, Villa Arcadio is a beautifully restored historic residence surrounded by olive groves and gardens. The panoramic terraces offer spectacular views across the lake, creating a romantic setting for ceremonies, sunset aperitivi and elegant receptions.
Saliola al Lago Ghedina
Cortina d'Ampezzo
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Indoor capacity: 120 guests
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Outdoor capacity: 150 guests
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5 lake view rooms
Nestled beside a picturesque alpine lake just outside Cortina d’Ampezzo, Rifugio Lago Ghedina offers a breathtaking mountain setting surrounded by the Dolomites. The rustic chalet-style venue and tranquil lakeside views create a magical atmosphere for intimate weddings in nature.
https://saliolalagoghedina.com/ristorante/
Villa Pizzo
CERNOBBIO, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Accommodation: Nearby hotels recommended
One of the oldest private villas on Lake Como, Villa Pizzo is renowned for its spectacular terraced gardens that stretch down to the water’s edge. With panoramic lake views, historic architecture and elegant outdoor spaces, it offers a breathtaking setting for romantic ceremonies and sunset receptions.
Villa Porta
COLMEGNA, LAKE MAGGIORE
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Indoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Accommodation: 30 rooms and suites
A charming lakeside villa located on the shores of Lake Maggiore, Villa Porta offers panoramic terraces, lush gardens and direct lake views. The intimate atmosphere and beautiful setting make it ideal for elegant destination weddings with guest accommodation on site.
Villa Erba
CERNOBBIO, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 250 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 400 guests
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Accommodation: Nearby hotels recommended
A grand 19th-century villa with stunning gardens, terraces, and event halls. Villa Erba is perfect for large weddings or multi-day luxury celebrations with spectacular views of Lake Como.
Villa Crespi
ORTA SAN GIULIO, LAKE ORTA
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Indoor capacity: Up to 80 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Accommodation: 14 luxury rooms and suites
An extraordinary Moorish-style villa overlooking Lake Orta, Villa Crespi is one of the most unique and elegant venues in northern Italy. With its historic architecture, beautiful gardens and Michelin-starred cuisine, it offers an intimate and refined setting for luxury destination weddings.
www.villacrespi.it
Grand Hotel Tremezzo
TREMEZZO, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 250 guests
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Accommodation: 90 rooms and suites
A luxurious lakeside hotel with panoramic terraces and private gardens. Grand Hotel Tremezzo combines elegance and comfort, perfect for multi-day celebrations with family and friends.
Isola del Garda
SAN FELICE DEL BENACO, LAKE GARDA
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Indoor capacity: Up to 120 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 200 guests
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Accommodation: Nearby hotels recommended
A truly unique venue located on a private island in Lake Garda. Surrounded by lush gardens and historic Venetian-style architecture, Isola del Garda offers a magical and exclusive atmosphere for unforgettable destination weddings.
Villa Carlotta
TREMEZZINA, LAKE COMO
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Indoor capacity: Up to 80 guests
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Outdoor capacity: Up to 150 guests
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Accommodation: Nearby hotels in Tremezzo and Bellagio
Villa Carlotta is one of the most iconic historic villas on Lake Como, renowned for its spectacular botanical gardens and breathtaking lake views. The elegant terraces overlooking the water create a magical setting for romantic ceremonies and sunset receptions surrounded by the beauty of the Italian Lakes.