8 of the Best Wedding Venues in Italy’s Umbria
Considered a bit of a hidden gem and known as the Great Heart of Italy, the region of Umbria is very similar to Tuscany but is much less touristy and in some ways undiscovered. Rich in art, history and culture, it’s known for its wine and olive oil, beautiful villages and castles. It’s also the only Italian region that doesn’t border the sea or another country, meaning that many of its original local traditions live on today.
Below we’ve listed 8 of our favourite wedding venues in the region of Umbria to help get you inspired.
1. Castello di Petrata
Nestled within glorious gardens and countryside on the edge of Tuscany just 2 hours from Rome, Castello di Petrata is a unique and elegant space for a wedding. Featuring a real ‘homegrown’ feeling, with all their vegetables, fruit and olive coming from their grounds and salami, pasta and bread homemade every day, you can truly indulge your guests in the Italian lifestyle here. Say your vows in their ceremony garden with beautiful panoramic views or in one of the pretty churches in the centre of Assisi, followed by a wedding breakfast in their terraced gardens. The venue has 20 rooms available, a dedicated team of wedding planners and a 24 hour reception and bar so all your guests are fully catered to. With a delicious meal taking centre stage, you can expect a buffet starter in the gardens, followed by two different types of pasta, a main course, a dessert buffet and wedding cake.
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2. Borgo Castello Panicaglia
Set within the rolling hills of Umbria, you’ll find this charming 13th century estate located 800m above sea level and surrounded by 50 acres of vegetable gardens, orchards and olive groves. Featuring an outdoor swimming pool, bar area and 17 rooms and suites, it’s a wonderful spot to take over exclusively for the full weekend. Host your ceremony on the lawn with views over the Umbrian mountains or within their very own church, followed by a delicious Michelin starred meal in their restaurant, covered terrace or al fresco. The venue is decorated in beautiful neutral and natural warm tones with stunning modern furniture, making it a lovely blank canvas backdrop.
3. Fattoria di Vibio Country Resort and Spa
Tucked away within the Park of Monte Peglia and Selva di Meana, an officially recognised UNESCO World Biosphere Reserve, this lovely venue is in a beautiful and unspoiled corner of Umbria that’s easily accessible from both Rome and Florence. Featuring a stunning pool with panoramic views out through their floor to ceiling windows, its a pretty breathtaking location that’s guaranteed to impress your guests. With 30 years of experience hosting weddings of all kinds, they take care of every detail and can organise all the meals, cookery classes and any activities you’d like to do in and around the wedding day. They have 3 package options to choose from and can coordinate all your suppliers on your behalf.
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4. Parco dei Cavalieri
Immersed within a centuries old park of 10,000 square metres, Parco dei Cavalieri is an ancient palace from the 1400s that began its life as a stately residence. Combining timeless charm with contemporary elegance, they can host weddings both large and small here, across their dynamic and welcoming internal and external spaces. Host your ceremony in the garden, have an aperitif by the pool and end the day in a banquet hall overlooking the centuries old park. The venue has 22 bedrooms for your guests to stay in, an outdoor pool and expert in-house wedding planners to help you every step of the way.
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5. Il Castellaro Country House
Located on the outskirts of Preugia, rising among the hills of Umbria, you’ll find Il Castellaro Country House surrounded by 90 hectares of land, olive trees and parkland. Combining sophistication and simplicity, they have both elegant indoor spaces and natural and wild landscapes to choose from for your wedding day, with the venue civil ceremony licensed too. Their specialist wedding team have over 30 years of experience in planning events, and will be with you every step of the way. The estate has apartments and rooms for your guests to stay in, along with a unique Goldsmith’s workshop that you can work with to create wedding rings that are truly one of a kind.
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6. Fonte Sala
Set within 12 hectares of vineyards, olive groves and fields that have all been cultivated organically, Fonte Sala is a beautiful family owned retreat. Exclusively yours for the weekend, the venue can host up to 70 guests for the ceremony and reception and can sleep 28 guests within the estate. It comes complete with pretty outdoor lawns, kitchens for catering, a swimming pool, relaxing lounges and a scenic veranda.
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7. Villamena
Tucked away between the Umbrian Hills near Assisi, the gorgeous Villamena is surrounded by fields and hills, with a beautiful panoramic swimming pool overlooking Mount Subasio. Featuring simple and elegant design, the residence can cater for up to 100 guests, and sleep 50 across their 10 apartments. You can take over the full villa for the weekend for exclusive hire, giving you private access to the ancient Refectory, two large adjoining rooms of 70 square metres each, all filled with antique Franciscan style furnishings. Their designated wedding planner can help you plan both your wedding and the activities surrounding the day, including wine tasting, cookery classes and visits to the local town.
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8. Castello di Titignano
Occupying an ancient castle and estate dating back to 937 when the noble French family of Montemarte first built it, an abundance of its historical elements have been thoughtfully preserved, whilst also bringing in modern amenities. Inside the venue there are spacious dining rooms for banquets and wedding breakfasts, or alternatively they have verdant outdoor locations with panoramic views that look beautiful by candlelight under the stars. Their team of in-house caterers draw on the the rich Umbrian and Tuscan traditions, creating delicious menus using local sourced ingredients. Their culinary team is known for blending time honoured recipes with unique and sophisticated details, to bring modern cuisine to your plate. The venue can host between 100-200 guests and can be exclusively yours.
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