Wedding in Italy in the Dolomites

The Dolomites are one of the mountain ranges of the Southern Limestone Alps. They cover an area of 4,750 km² in northern Italy, east of the Bolzano Basin.

In 2009, the Dolomites were inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List. 95% of their total area is protected. The ten Dolomite nature parks include Tre Cime, Puez–Odle, Sciliar–Catinaccio, Paneveggio, Fanes–Sennes–Braies, Dolomiti Friulane, Dolomiti d’Ampezzo, Adamello Brenta, as well as the Bletterbach Geopark (a natural monument) and the Dolomiti Bellunesi National Park.

The highest peak of the entire range is Marmolada (3,343 m), known as the “Queen of the Dolomites,” rising in the heart of the Western Dolomites. Other major peaks include the pyramidal Antelao (3,264 m), Tofana di Mezzo (3,244 m), and Monte Cristallo (3,111 m). There are a total of eighteen peaks in the Dolomites that exceed 3,000 meters. Perhaps the most famous landmark of the Dolomites is Tre Cime di Lavaredo (2,999 m), an iconic trio of rocky peaks rising from a scree field.

Most mountain passes lie at an average elevation of around 2,000 meters. n. The highest hiking pass is Ombretta Pass (2,738 m), while the highest paved road pass is Pordoi Pass (2,250 m), connecting Arraba and Val di Fassa. Popular valleys include, for example: Popular valleys include sunny Val di Sole, lush Val Gardena, forest-surrounded Val di Fiemme, green Val Pusteria, and the panoramic “amphitheater” of Val di Fassa.

The Dolomites are home to many lakes, such as: Molveno, Lavarone a Misurina. A prominent body of water is the artificial Fedaia Lake, located at the foot of Marmolada. Many consider the picturesque Pragser Lake (Lago di Braies) the most beautiful, thanks to its emerald-green color and the stunning reflection of the surrounding mountains on the water’s surface.

The climate and weather influences vary in different parts of the Dolomites. In the south, the Mediterranean influence is already noticeable, and the climate is milder. The Dolomites generally boast plenty of sunshine – they receive the most of any Alpine region, with approximately 8 out of 10 days being sunny. It is coldest in January and February. At higher elevations, snow remains until late spring, while the valleys are already dotted with colorful meadow flowers. Rainy weather occurs only occasionally, but in the summer months storm clouds can suddenly replace the clear blue sky. Average summer temperatures are around 21 °C. Autumn usually arrives early; by the end of August, frost may already appear.

Travelers heading by car to the Italian Dolomites can follow the route through Plzeň, then on to Regensburg and Munich in Germany. Another option is the E55 route through České Budějovice and then the A1 highway toward Salzburg. From there, continue through Germany to Innsbruck or take the Austrian route via Zell am See. From Innsbruck to Bolzano in Italy, there’s no way to get lost.

Flights, transfers, accommodation, excursions and travel insurance are not part of the wedding package. We will arrange these services for you, tailored to your wishes (departure date, length of stay, departure airport, airline, category and standard of hotel, type of board, transfers, etc.)…