Elopement Planning Resources

Planning a symbolic ceremony in the Alps comes with plenty of questions, yet most of the resources out there focus on the logistics of the elopement day rather than the ceremony itself.  This guide is dedicated entirely to the ceremony: what it is, how it works, what it includes, and how to make it personal….

Lauterbrunnen is one of the most sought-after locations in Switzerland for elopements and intimate mountain weddings. Nestled in the heart of the Swiss Alps, this dramatic valley is known for its towering cliffs, lush green meadows, and storybook village charm. With 72 waterfalls cascading down the mountainsides, it’s easy to see why so many couples…

Garmisch-Partenkirchen, Germany, is one of the most idyllic mountain towns in the Alps for getting married. Nestled in a cozy valley surrounded by rolling meadows and towering peaks in every direction, the landscape makes for a simply breathtaking and memorable wedding or elopement in the Bavarian Alps.  This Garmisch-Partenkirchen wedding & elopement guide is crafted…

If you’re thinking about eloping in the Alps, you may be wondering, ‘’when is the best time to elope in the Alps?’’. The Alps aren’t a single destination though, with four neat seasons. In reality, it’s a range of mountains that spans across eight countries, with dozens of different climates. In some regions, winter can…

Are you thinking of eloping in the Alps, and wondering what stunning alpine lake elopement locations are possible? If so, don’t miss this guide I’ve put together with 20 lake elopement locations in Switzerland, Germany, Austria, France, and Italy. This guide covers everything from easy-access to secluded and hike-in elopement location options across the Alps….

The Oeschinensee has been one of Switzerland’s most popular elopement destinations for a number of years, and it’s not hard to see why. Many couples I’ve worked with have loved the Oeschinensee for its towering peaks, sparkling blue water, the rowboats, and beautiful hiking. As one of the leading elopement photographers in Switzerland and the…

Planning an elopement in the Alps is exciting, but it can also feel overwhelming. Between choosing a location, deciding when to go, and figuring out the logistics of getting married abroad, it’s easy to feel stuck before you even get started. The good news? You don’t need to have it all figured out before reaching…

Grindelwald is one of Switzerland’s top elopement locations thanks to its dramatic mountain views, and endless activities to experience. The destination is also ever-growing in popularity on social media and travel blogs, thanks to its proximity to Instagram hot spots such as Lauterbrunnen and Interlaken. Grindelwald is part of the Jungrau/Bernese Alps, and arguably, Switzerland’s…

As an American elopement photographer living and working in Germany’s Bavarian Alps, one of the biggest questions couples ask is, ‘’Where’s the best place to get married in the German Alps?’’.  I’ve said it before, and I’ll say it again, there isn’t a ‘’best place to get married in German Alps’’, because there isn’t a…