Marry in Dolceacqua at the Doria Castle, a recently restored medieval fortress
Weddings in the medieval village of Dolceacqua
A village with an ancient history, situated at the mouth of the Val Nervia not far from the French border, it is divided into two parts connected by a medieval bridge. The oldest section, comprised of tall, narrow houses overlooking winding uphill alleys, is gathered at the foot of the monumental Doria family castle. The spectacular scenery formed by the castle and the bridge was portrayed by Monet during his stay on the Riviera. The flatter and more open part of the town hosts artisan workshops, characteristic restaurants, and fragrant cellars where it is possible to taste Rossese wine, a typical and exclusive local product.
A ceremony within the castle walls
The Castello dei Doria dominates the village from above: within its restored walls, the ceremony unfolds against a backdrop that few places can offer, with views stretching over the stone rooftops and down into the valley. The most beautiful photographs are taken on the bridge and in the alleyways, in the light of late afternoon.
The celebration in the village
After the vows, the reception can continue at one of the venues in the village or in the countryside of the Val Nervia, amid vineyards of Rossese and olive groves. Dolceacqua is about half an hour from Sanremo and less than an hour from Nice airport: a destination that is convenient even for guests travelling from afar.