Discovering... The Langhe Region

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While getting married in Florence, Venice or the Tuscan hills is the perfect choice for some couples, there are many others who are dying to discover the real Italy. Some of the country’s most popular wedding destinations are indisputably gorgeous places, but they are also indisputably full of foreigners.

If you’re dreaming of a truly Italian experience, The Langhe region could be just the place for your wedding day.

Many destination couples have never heard of this area of Italy – situated in the Piedmont region in the North – simply because it gets very little publicity abroad. This comes as a surprise to Italians, as the area is incredibly famous here for its fine wines (Barolo, Dolcetto, and Nebbiolo are some of the most well-known) and world-famous truffles from Alba, where there’s even an annual truffle festival. Probably most importantly, it is also renowned for its stunning scenery – rolling green hills covered in vineyards and punctuated by little towns and historic castles which have inspired art and poetry throughout history. Its stunning setting and unique charm make the Langhe region a perfect wedding location.  

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The Langhe can be reached easily from Turin airport or instead from Milan Malpensa airport. Despite being easy to get to, the Langhe is away from the buzz of the cities, and the entire region will make you feel truly relaxed.

Picking a venue will be your biggest challenge as there are just so many to choose from. The rustic castles here are probably the most traditionally picturesque locations, but you can also find luxurious hotels, period villas, or farmhouses and agriturismi. You can be sure that whatever your budget and however big or small your wedding may be, you will be able to find a venue that you love. Most venues have the option of a civil ceremony inside, or an outdoor blessing. If you prefer a Catholic Church ceremony, many venues have a church within walking distance.

        

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Having such beautiful scenery all around you means that you can keep decorations quite simple for a country chic style wedding. You may choose an outdoor or indoor reception; perhaps in the grounds of a historic castle, or maybe inside a cellar surrounded by wooden barrels full of some of Italy’s finest wines. You may like to give a subtle nod to the location by incorporating wine boxes, corks, or bottles as centerpieces or placeholders, or simply by incorporating rich wine reds into your bouquet or bridesmaids dresses.

Whichever venue, colour scheme or theme you choose, you can be sure that you and your guests will fall in love with one of Italy’s best-kept secrets as you stroll around the countryside of the Langhe with a glass of Barolo in hand.

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