Wedding in Ticino

WEDDING IN TICINO – MEETINGS.TICINO.CH/WEDDINGS
15.30 – 29 September
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Church Santa Maria del
Sasso, Morcote.

Benvenuti
Ticino offers you a mild climate, Mediterranean landscape
and gastronomy for celebrating in a unique setting. You will
experience an unforgettable wedding day.
INDEX
WHY TICINO
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LOCATIONS AND PARTNERS
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CIVIL WEDDINGS
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CHECKLIST
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RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES
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CONTACTS
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Ticino, Switzerland’s romantic getaway,
is the only Swiss canton entirely located
south of the Alps and the official
language is Italian. It benefits from a mild
climate all year round but the best time
to get married is from April to October.
In Ticino you will find Mediterranean
and alpine characteristics wonderfully
combined in history, culture, architecture
and local gastronomy, in a world of Swiss
quality, precision and cleanness.
From charming alpine valleys, to
medieval castles or villas around the
lakes and vineyards, Ticino presents a
variety of landscapes. An ideal setting for
the most important day of your life.
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Tenuta Montalbano,
San Pietro di Stabio.
TICINO
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Villa Ciani
Lugano.
CIVIL CEREMONIES – LOCATIONS
Civil
weddings
It is possible to celebrate a civil
wedding in Ticino in the marriage
halls appointed by the civil register
offices. It is not allowed by law to
civilly wed outdoor.
Discover the halls appointed for the
celebration of civil marriages.
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UNIQUE SETTINGS
Ticino offers very charming town halls, villas and
many other special locations legally recognized for
the ceremony. Find inspiration from the following
list of the most beautiful marriage halls and contact
the main local registered office in Bellinzona for
more information.
meetings.ticino.ch/weddings
Villa San Quirico,
Minusio
Parco Ciani,
Lugano.
LOCATIONS
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CIVIL CEREMONIES – 5 TIPS
Unique civil
weddings halls
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The Castle of
Sasso Corbaro
The Castle of Sasso Corbaro
stands elegant 230 meters above
Bellinzona towering over the entire
city. This location makes Sasso
Corbaro a fantastic vantage point
with magnificent views taking in
the Riviera valley and the Pizzo
di Claro to the north and Lake
Maggiore to the South. Together
with the castles of Castelgrande
and Montebello, it was included in
the list of UNESCO World Heritage
properties which constitutes the
main attraction of the capital of
Ticino. The internal courtyard, the
Osteria del Sasso and the rooms
offer a medieval setting to any kind
of events.
Bellinzonese e Alto Ticino
- City Hall of Bellinzona
- Monastery of Monte Carasso
The Islands of
Brissago
The Brissago Islands are the
Canton Ticino's botanical park and
part of the Gardens of Switzerland.
On the main island you will find the
beautiful Villa Emden which is also
available for banquets and wedding
receptions.
Ascona-Locarno
- Villa San Quirico, Minusio
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1. Castle Sasso Corbaro, Bellinzona.
2. Villa Emden, Islands of Brissago.
3. Villa Ciani, Lugano.
4. Town Hall of Riva S. Vitale.
5. City Hall of Bellinzona.
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A historic
Villa
Villa Ciani, a beautiful mid-1800’s
mansion with sober neoclassical
shapes, is immersed in the
homonymous beautiful public park
of 63'000 sqm in the centre of
Lugano. The Villa has 30 frescoed
rooms of different sizes on three
floors and is an ideal location for
events.
The Town hall
of Riva S. Vitale
The Town Hall palace is a sixteenth
century building, attributed to the
architect Gian Antonio Piotti. It
is a very elegant building, which
emerges along the irregular,
medieval contours of the town,
prominent in its stance on the road
which was once the “main square”.
Administrative
office
Ufficio dello stato civile
Via Salvioni 14
6501 Bellinzona
T +41 91 814 17 61
di-usc.ticino@ti.ch
www.ch.ch/en/civil-weddingceremony
Lugano Region
- City Hall of Lugano
– Scherrer Park, Morcote
Mendrisiotto
- City Hall of Bissone
LOCATIONS — 5 TIPS
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Villa Heleneum,
Lake Lugano.
CIVIL MARRIAGES – 4 STEPS
Step 1
Procedure:
For Swiss citizens living outside Ticino or
foreign citizens with Swiss residency.
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Announce to the Civil
Register Office.
The couple needs to announce
to the competent authority (civil
register office) of their township (if
the couple has different townships,
they need to choose one out of the
two and announce themselves), that
they wish to get married. The civil
register office will advise them about
the procedures and the papers they
need to present. After presenting
the required papers, the township
will issue a written 3 months
authorization permit. Within these
3 months, the couple will be able to
marry everywhere in Switzerland.

Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
Contact the Civil Register Office
where you get married.
Depending on where the couple
wishes to get married in Ticino,
they need to contact one of the
eight district civil register offices
in Ticino (Ufficio distrettuale dello
stato civile). Please find the list in
the following page.
Choose a Wedding Hall.
The couple needs to present all the
requested papers to the district civil
register office, then decide in which
wedding hall to get married, contact
the competent authority (contact
information is given by the district
civil register office) and set a date in
conjunction with the authority.
Organize the Wedding.
The organization of the wedding
ceremony and the celebration are
at the discretion of the spouses. If
necessary, they can contact a local
wedding planner.
More info: www.ch.ch/en/
civil-wedding-ceremony
PROCEDURE – 4 STEPS
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Villa Heleneum,
Lake Lugano.
CIVIL MARRIAGES – 4 STEPS
Procedure:
For foreign citizens without
Swiss residency.
Step 1
Announce to the Embassy.
The couple needs to announce
to the closest Swiss Embassy/
Consulate their intention of getting
married in Switzerland. The Swiss
competent authority will inform
them about the procedures and the
required preliminary papers.
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Step 2 Step 3 Step 4
Contact the District Civil
Register Office.
Afterwards the Swiss Embassy/
Consulate invites the couple
to contact one of Ticino’s eight
district civil register offices. The
bride and groom-to-be will need
the help of an interpreter if neither
of them speak one of the three
Swiss national languages (Italian,
German or French).
Choose a Wedding Hall.
The couple needs to present all the
requested papers to the district civil
register office, then decide in which
wedding hall to get married, contact
the competent authority (contact
information are given by the district
civil register office) and set a date in
conjunction with the authority.
Organize the Wedding.
The organization of the wedding
ceremony and the celebration are
at the discretion of the spouses. If
necessary, they can contact a local
wedding planner.
More info: www.ch.ch/en/
civil-wedding-ceremony
PROCEDURE – 4 STEPS
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CHURCH WEDDING
Religious
ceremonies
In Ticino you will find
several evocative
locations for the
celebration of your
wedding.
Church San Nicolao,
Giornico.
Church Santa Maria degli
Angeli, Monte Tamaro.
Church Sant'Abbondio,
Gentilino.
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Collegiata dei
Santi Pietro e Stefano,
Bellinzona.
Sanctuary Sacro Monte
Madonna del Sasso,
Orselina.
UNIQUE ATMOSPHERE
From small Romanic churches to gracious sanctuaries
that since centuries are pilgrimage sites, in Ticino
you can find a multitude of sacred buildings that can
give the perfect atmosphere to your religious wedding.
Choose a small architectural pearl located in one
of the magic valleys, a majestic church in the
picturesque city centres of Ticino’s beating hearts,
or a peaceful sanctuary from which you can touch the
sky with your fingers, enjoying a wonderful view on
the region’s beauties.
Red Church,
Castel San Pietro.
Church San Giovanni
Battista, Mogno.
CHURCHES
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CHURCH WEDDINGS – 5 TIPS
Churches and
sacred places
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Overlooking
Locarno
The Sacred Mount Madonna del
Sasso in Orselina, is one of the
most important religious and
historical sites in Ticino. Tradition
says that Fra’ Bartolomeo, a
Franciscan friar of the convent of
Locarno, wanted to build a place of
worship on the “rock“ of Locarno
as a result of an apparition of the
Virgin Mary. Today it consists of
the Church of the Annunciation
at the foot of the mount, the Via
Crucis and the Sanctuary of the
Madonna del Sasso. The Sacred
Mountain is a wealth of art, history
and spirituality.
In the capital
city
This Renaissance church is located
in the town centre of Bellinzona,
on the picturesque Piazza
Collegiata, that impresses the
visitor with its genuine beauty.
The indoors of the religious
building are decorated by beautiful
frescoes.
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1. Sanctuary sacro Monte Madonna del Sasso,
Orselina.
2. Collegiata dei Santi
Pietro e Stefano, Bellinzona.
3. Church of Santa Croce, Riva San Vitale.
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4. Church Santa Maria degli Angeli, Monte Tamaro.
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5. Red church San Pietro, Castel San Pietro.
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Church of
Santa Croce
Overlooking Riva San Vitale from
its elevated position on the town’s
north side, the church of Santa
Croce is one of the most important
religious buildings in Switzerland
and was built in the late 16th
century. Inside, you can admire
fascinating frescoes of biblical
scenes.
Wedding with
a view
The church of Santa Maria degli
Angeli is at 1,567 m above sea level
near Alpe Foppa, just two steps
from the cable car stop. Designed
by world-famous architect Mario
Botta, the church is a marvel of
contemporary architecture and
features paintings by Enzo Cucchi.
The romantic
red church
The small Church of San Pietro,
known as the Red Church because
of the characteristic colour of
its façade, was built on the hill
above the Breggia Gorges Park.
The church in Romanesque style
preserves inside beautiful Gothic
frescoes and a rich pictorial
decoration.
CHURCHES — 5 TIPS
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HOTELS – 5 TIPS
Wedding
hotels
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Elegance in the
green
The Parkhotel Delta in Ascona is
a location of superior standard,
a small world of elegance and
refinement, where hospitality,
attention to service and familiarity
reign supreme. The place is
ideal for celebrating outdoor
ceremonies, personalizing your
event and being pampered by the
attentive service. The wonderful
park, the different outdoor areas
and lounges offer all the solutions
for an unforgettable wedding for
the spouses and their guests. To
satisfy the needs of everyone in
terms of taste and specialties: the
Restaurant “da Jean Pierre”.
Your Wedding
La Campagnola - the ideal location
for your wedding with top service,
excellent cuisine and a fantastic
view on the Lago Maggiore. 48
comfortable rooms and great
infrastructure with heated
swimming pool. We are ready to
make the most important day in
your life a success!
Concert
Seminar
80 60
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Banquet
Reception
200 300
100 100
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1. Parkhotel Delta, Wellbeing Resort,
Ascona.
2. Hotel La Campagnola, Vairano.
3. Grand Hotel Villa Castagnola, Lugano.
4. Swiss Diamond Hotel, Vico Morcote.
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5. Hotel Belvedere Locarno, Locarno.
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Tailor made
Events
At Villa Castagnola you can
celebrate and enjoy every moment
of a lavish wedding with your family
and friends, while our professional
team will pay attention to every
detail. The wedding ceremony can
take place in the sixth-century
chapel located on the hotel
grounds.
The venue on
the lake
The Swiss Diamond Hotel, with
a breathtaking panorama of Lake
Lugano, is the ideal place for
an unforgettable wedding. The
"Restaurant Lago" located directly
on the lake, or the "Restaurant
Panorama" with a spectacular view
of the mountains, will make your
event incomparable.
A dream
wedding
Hotel Belvedere Locarno is a
romantic and classy venue, directly
at the foot of the Madonna del
Sasso church, for an unforgettable
wedding: elegant banqueting and
events rooms for up to 250 people, a
beautiful garden and Mediterraneaninspired
menu proposals, combined
with regional products.
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250
HOTELS — 5 TIPS
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LOCATIONS – 5 TIPS
Restaurants
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The scent
of the sea
Embark on a sensory journey
to discover the most precious
treasures of the sea! With a
charming and unique atmosphere,
reminiscent of the elegance of a
cruise ship, and the sweet notes of
the magnificent piano, the Al Faro
Restaurant is the ideal location
for every event.
Its refined Mediterranean cuisine,
mainly based on fish, stands out
for its great attention to quality
and respect for the raw materials
used. Let yourself be guided by the
light of the Al Faro Restaurant to a
safe harbor, where unforgettable
memories are born!
Taste
emotions
Albergo Ristorante Svizzero, a
nineteenth-century house, with its
dining rooms, the bright veranda
and the covered terrace is the ideal
setting for any event. A reference
point for gourmets for over 30
years, its cuisine will make you
experience unforgettable emotions!
Concert
Seminar
40 40
Banquet
Reception
40 40
100 100
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1. Ristorante Al Faro, Paradiso.
2. Albergo Ristorante Svizzero, Capolago.
3. Albergo Ristorante La Palma, Bissone.
4. Osteria Lanterna, Mendrisio.
5. Grotto Pojana, Riva San Vitale.
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Wedding with
a view
Albergo Ristorante La Palma,
located in the quaint village of
Bissone just a few steps from Lake
Lugano, with its dining room for 45
people and its panoramic terrace
overlooking the lake is the perfect
location for any type of event.
Tradition &
Elegance
Immersed in a landscape of ancient
beauty, the Osteria Lanterna is the
perfect place to welcome any type
of event. The two dining rooms
with vaulted ceiling, the panoramic
terrace and the suggestive wine
cellars: every detail creates a plot of
emotions to cherish forever.
Tradition on
the lake
Located on the shores of Lake
Lugano, at the feet of Mount
San Giorgio, Grotto Pojana is
the ideal place for any type of
event. Enjoy the dishes of the
Ticino gastronomic tradition
in a characteristic and refined
atmosphere!
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LOCATIONS — 5 TIPS
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LOCATIONS – 5 TIPS
Event
locations
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Wedding
aL LiDo
Experience the breathtaking view
of San Salvatore mountain with
your feet in the sand by the lake
side. Built in 1928, it sill retains
its original charm; located a few
steps from the centre of Lugano
and the nearby jetty, reachable on
foot or by boat. An ideal location
for all types weddings, classic or
alternate and in any season of
the year. Your wedding will be
personalized to your style with
the help of our talented wedding
planner. Your wedding will be an
unforgettable event in a corner of
paradise.
Wedding in
music
The Amethyst Room is the ideal
location for events and banquets
of all kinds! Able to comfortably
accommodate up to 80 people,
with its dance floor, the piano and
the lights game it will make every
occasion unique!
Concert
Seminar
60 60
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30
Banquet
Reception
60 60
150 150
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1. aLLiDo, Lugano.
2. Ristorante Le Fontanelle, Genestrerio.
3. Società Navigazione del Lago di Lugano.
4. Fondazione Monte Verità, Ascona.
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5. Monte Generoso, Capolago.
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On board Monte Verità Weddings at
1704 m
Our fleet is the ideal location for
any type of wedding reception. It's
also perfect for reaching the most
picturesque corners of the lake. We
will create the perfect party for you
with a reserved atmosphere, refined
catering and customised interior.
The splendid location with views
of Maggiore Lake and the beauty
of the place make Monte Verità
an ideal destination for banquets
and events. The restaurant has
a large and bright dining hall, a
wide terrace and external areas
immersed in the green of the
wonderful park.
Raise the curtain on your new
life on the natural stage of Monte
Generoso summit! The wedding
reception in the impressive building
‘Fiore di pietra’ will turn this special
day into an unforgettable moment.
Can you imagine a more charming
venue to throw the bridal bouquet?
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LOCATIONS — 5 TIPS
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YOUR 12 MONTHS’ TIMELINE
Checklist
A helpful planning guide for the perfect day.
12 MONTHS BEFORE
•Choose a date and search
for the ideal location –
meetings.ticino.ch/weddings
•Prepare a draft guest list and
collect their addresses
•Set a budget
•Search for a wedding dress /
bridegroom's outfit
11 MMONTHS BEFORE
•Confirm the location and choose
a wedding theme
•Reserve the date for your MC
•Pre-book hotel rooms for guests
•Search for event partners
(catering, flo
rist, photographer, etc.)
10 MONTHS BEFORE
•Meet the florist and confirm
the catering
•Search for a band or DJ
•Order the wedding rings
9 MONTHS BEFORE
•Order the wedding dress
•Start evaluating honeymoon
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•Find inspiration here:
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8 MONTHS BEFORE
•Reserve transport for the
couple and their guests
•Confirm decorations and fitting-out
7 MONTHS BEFORE
•Order accessories and jewellery
•Confirm your honeymoon
•Prepare the wedding list
6 MONTHS BEFORE
•Create and order the
wedding invitations
•Finalise the guest list
•Try makeup and hairstyle
5 MONTHS BEFORE
•Send the wedding invitations
•Check the official
documents and permits
•Choose the souvenir gifts for guests
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4 MONTHS BEFORE
4 WEEKS BEFORE
THE BIG DAY
•Write the wedding promises
•Choose the cake design
•Confirm the hotel rooms
•Last dress fitting
•Confirmation of delivery schedules
for flowers and material
•Settle the last payments
• Have a good breakfast
•Get your hair and make-up done
•Get dressed in due time
2 MONTHS BEFORE
•Finalise the choice of menus
and drinks
•Confirm the most significant shots
with the photographer
•Select the music with the band
2 WEEKS BEFORE
•Fix an appointment
with the beautician
•Reconfirm all supplier
appointments
•Take a deep breath and…
... HAVE A GOOD TIME
AND ENJOY THIS
UNFORGETTABLE DAY
6 WEEKS BEFORE
1 WEEK BEFORE
•Finalise the seating arrangements
at the tables
•Recontact unannounced guests
•Collect the dress
•Confirm the final number of
participants
CHECKLIST
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CONTACTS AND PARTNERS
Let’s stay in touch
REGIONAL TOURISM ORGANIZATIONS
c/o Stazione FFS
CH - 6600 Locarno-Muralto
T +41 848 091 091
info@ascona-locarno.com
www.ascona-locarno.com
Palazzo Civico
CH - 6500 Bellinzona
T +41 91 825 21 31
info@bellinzonese-altoticino.ch
www.bellinzonese-altoticino.ch
MY OWN
LUGANO
REGION
Piazza della Riforma - Palazzo Civico
CH - 6900 Lugano
T +41 58 220 65 00
info@luganoregion.com
www.luganoregion.com
Via Angelo Maspoli 15
CH - 6850 Mendrisio
T +41 91 641 30 50
info@mendrisiottoturismo.ch
www.mendrisiottoturismo.ch
PARTNERS
PUBLISHER: Ticino Turismo, via Canonico Ghiringhelli 7, 6501 Bellinzona, Schweiz / info@ticino.ch
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MAP OF TICINO
Germany
France
Switzerland
Liechtenstein
Austria
Zurich
(194 km)
Uri
Italy
Valais
Graubünden
Bedretto
Valley
Blenio Valley
Leventina Valley
Bavona Valley
Lavizzara Valley
Verzasca Valley
Riviera Valley
Rovana Valley
Maggia
Onsernone
Valley
Valley
BELLINZONA
Geneva
(374 km)
Centovalli
Valley
LOCARNO
Lake Maggiore
Valcolla
Valley
LUGANO
Lake Lugano
MENDRISIO
Muggio
Valley
10 km
Main cities
Canton Ticino borders
Swiss Confederation borders
Airports (km from Bellinzona)
Malpensa
(103 km)
MILAN
Linate
(129 km)
Orio al Serio
(146 km)
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