Vittoriale degli Italiani

If you are looking to experience your wedding in Italy, then take a look at Vittoriale degli Italiani, once home to the famous poet Gabriele D’Annunzio, it is now a stunning ceremony  venue that is perched above Lake Garda, with the estate spanning around nine hectares and including historical sites such as an amphitheatre, a “Pond of Dances”, and the ship Puglia that is embedded in the hillside garden. Located in the charming town of Gardone Riviera in the Lombardy region and part of Italy’s “Borghi più belli d’Italia” (The Most Beautiful Villages of Italy) it also holds the prestigious Orange Flag from the Italian Touring Club for its historical, cultural, and environmental quality. Offering some monumental sites such as the Gothic Revival-style church, the Evangelical Lutheran, that is set in charming gardens where you can experience the local serene atmosphere before taking a romantic stroll along the nearby lakeside promenade where you can witness the cafes, artisanal gelaterias, baroque piazzas, and of course, some of the most amazing flowerbeds that show off their wonderful colours when in bloom.

Imagine saying “I do” at a monumental estate that is steeped in beauty and history and boasts stunning views across Lake Garda and the surrounding alpine countryside. With venues such as the auditorium or Loggiati, you can incorporate your own wedding style with a twist of Italian romance and poetic history. The Loggiati boasts covered terraces offering panoramic views of the park and lake Garda, and the Auditorium offers a unique interior space that features an aeroplane suspended above, originally used by D’Annunzio in his flight over Vienna. Ceremonies take place between the hours of 10.00am to 12.00am and then 2.00pm to 6.00pm although other times may be available upon special request. The gardens are a member of the Grandi Giardini Italiani, a network of important Italian gardens and properties that was founded in 1997, and are the perfect place to hold a photo shoot that will only add to the ambiance of your wedding album.

A civil ceremony at Vittoriale degli Italiani will incorporate the venue’s atmospheric charm and classic ambiance mixed with period furnishings and the scent of old wood, giving you the Italian wedding setting that you could only dream of. Saying I do, in a place that is steeped in history with the most amazing views across the beautiful Lake Garda, what more could you ask for.

Gardone Riviera is a glorious town on the side of Lake Garda with wonderful hotels, views and a relaxing atmosphere for you and your loved ones to enjoy, making it perfect for intimate weddings and enjoy holiday/honeymoon too.