How to Elope and Get Married in the Alps – A Complete Guide [Updated for 2026]

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September 28, 2021

Are you dreaming of eloping and getting married in the Alps? If so, you’re in the right place. This is the only Alps Wedding and Elopement Guide you’ll need to start planning your adventurous destination wedding. This is a resource you’ll want to keep coming back to, so be sure to bookmark it!

In this guide, I cover:

How to get legally married in the Alps
Where to get married in the Alps (including an overview of venues and locations)
How to choose the best Alps destination to get married in for your (based on scenery and budget)
What time of year to get married in the Alps
Step-by-step how to plan your wedding in the Alps
Why you should get married in the Alps
Unique ideas for your wedding in the Alps
…and more!

If you’re reading this and are already feeling stoked, don’t hesitate to contact me now to schedule your free Alps elopement photography consultation call.

Where are the Alps?

The European Alps, often referred to as the alps, are a chain of mountains that stretch across Central Europe. These towering peaks spread across 8 countries: France, Monaco, Italy, Germany, Austria, Slovenia, Switzerland, and Liechtenstein. While the Swiss and French Alps are the most famous, each country is full of breathtaking landscapes and dramatic scenery.

Why You Should Get Married in the Alps

What makes the Alps the best place to hold your wedding? Find a few of our favorite reasons below!

The Alps are the Ultimate Adventure Wedding Destination

The Alps are the ultimate adventure wedding destination. In the Alps, you can find hiking, rafting, paragliding, canyoning, glacier-trekking, mountaineering, zip-lining, and just about any other activity imaginable. If you’d like to learn more about this: 22 Epic Ideas for Your Adventure Honeymoon (although they’re totally applicable to wedding activities too).

Fun fact: Did you know that Red Bull was founded in Austria?

Accessible Locations for Every Ability Level

Not a big hiker, but still dreaming of a spectacular elopement wedding location? You’ve got it! From stunning alpine passes to cable cars, snowmobiles, and helicopter rides, there are so many ways to reach your ceremony in style without skimping on the scenery.

Many spots can be reached with less than 1-2 miles of walking.

The Best Place to Honeymoon

Roll your wedding and honeymoon all-in-one by making a vacation out of your alps destination wedding! Since the alps are centrally located, traveling throughout Europe couldn’t be easier.

Breathtaking Views

No matter where your alps wedding takes you, you’re sure to have breathtaking views. In the alps, you’ll find:

Gorgeous Alpine Lakes
Meadows and Wildflowers
Mountain Vistas
Glaciers

Unique Ideas for Your Alps Elopement

Six unique ideas for your Alps elopement adventure include:

Book a helicopter ride over the alps to your own private elopement location. I have a post about planning helicopter elopements that you can read here.
Climb a via-ferrata with a guide in the Italian Dolomites
Spend a day relaxing at the lake before being whisked up Germany’s tallest mountain in a matter of minutes
Hike the Tour du Mont Blanc and taste gourmet cheese and wine in the French Alps
Toboggan down Switzerland’s longest groomed sledding run (it’s over 7.5 miles!)
Arrange a stay at a luxury igloo overlooking the Matterhorn

If you’re still looking for more unique ideas for your alps elopement, I have a blog post with 22 epic ideas for your honeymoon that are also totally possible for your elopement day! You can find that blog here.

Can You Get Married in the Alps?

After reading about how epic getting married in the Alps is, one big question you may have is, ‘’Can I get married in the Alps if I’m traveling from abroad?’’. Yes, you can! The great news is anyone who is able to travel to Europe can get married in the Alps. When choosing to elope and get married in the alps, you have a few different options for your ceremony.

If you’re traveling abroad and would like to get married in the Alps, there are a few things you need to consider. For example, depending on which country you get married in, you may only be able to hold a legal ceremony if you are a resident of that country. If you’d like a ceremony in the church, you also may need to be registered to pay ”church tax”. With that being said, anyone on a tourist visa can still hold a symbolic ceremony. Just about all of our couples choose to get married in the alps with a meaningful symbolic ceremony. Then, they take care of the legal paperwork in their home country either before or after the wedding. Below you’ll find an outline of what you need to consider as a foreigner for civil, religious, and symbolic wedding ceremonies in each destination.

The rules of how to get legally married in the alps change from country to country. As a general guideline, it is easier for EU citizens and residents to have a legally recognized wedding ceremony. Non-EU residents can get married in some countries but may require a special visa or minimum residency in others. Below, you’ll find a brief overview of what’s required to get legally married in the alps.

Each country has its own required documents for legal weddings in the alps, but here is the most commonly requested paperwork:

Passports of both partners
Proof of residency
Birth certificates
Documents verifying both parties are not currently married to another person (certificate of no impediment)
Financial Statements

Generally, whatever country you get married in will want these documents professionally translated into the local language.

The following countries legally recognize LGBTQIA+ weddings in the alps and are LGBTQIA+ friendly:

Germany
France
Austria
Switzerland

At Made in the Mountains photo, we believe love + adventure is for *everyone*. You are celebrated here.

One perfect option for destination weddings in the Alps is holding a symbolic wedding ceremony instead of a legal one. Any couple legally allowed to visit the Alps can get symbolically married, and do so in any location they choose. When you choose a symbolic ceremony, you have the freedom to get married in the exact location you want, at any time of day (just imagine sharing sunrise or sunset vows!). Symbolic ceremonies allow you to skip the paperwork on your dream day, and focus on what really matters: the connection you and your partner share with each other and the stunning scenery that surrounds you. Whether you choose to hold your symbolic elopement wedding ceremony with just the two of you or hire a celebrant to lead, it’s certain to be memorable.

Couples wishing to hold a religious ceremony in the Alps are typically required to arrange it to take place after the civil ceremony. Religious ceremonies are not legally binding. While many churches require you to be registered to pay church tax in their country, some churches have chapels that may be rented for non-denominational wedding ceremonies. It is also possible to hold a ceremony with religious elements, led by a celebrant during a symbolic ceremony.

Generally, only legal residents of Switzerland may participate in a civil wedding ceremony. There are some exceptions to this rule, but it depends on the canton and city you plan to get married in. If you’d like a civil wedding in the Swiss Alps, you’ll need to contact the local registry office for where you plan to get married.

Should you choose a legal ceremony in Switzerland, your documents will need to be professionally translated into either German, French, or Italian and submitted to the Swiss Embassy.

I suggest non-Swiss residents opt for a symbolic ceremony, so couples are free to hold their symbolic wedding in any location and save a few months of paperwork.

If you’d like to get legally married in France, you can do so as a foreigner. At least one partner must have residency in France for a minimum of 40 days before the civil ceremony can take place though. Additionally, the residency needs to be in the same area you plan to get married. All the documents you’re required to submit for marriage must also be translated into French.

Due to the minimum 40-day residency, most couples find it easiest to get legally married in their home country before or after holding their symbolic ceremony in France.

In Germany, getting legally married as a foreigner is possible, but it requires a minimum 21-day residency in the country, and you cannot get married on a tourist visa. Additionally, it takes approximately 3 months to process all the necessary paperwork for a legal wedding ceremony in Germany.

All legal ceremonies must take place in German and a translator is required in case either partner is not fluent in the language.

For the above reasons, most couples find it easier to get legally married in their home country and then enjoy a symbolic ceremony in Germany.

Having a civil wedding ceremony in Austria is quite simple, as Austria does not have any residency requirements. Foreigners can get married in Austria at the local registry office (Standesamt). There are some mountain hut locations that can hold legal ceremonies as well. To get married in Austria, you’ll want to contact the local registrar for where you planned to get married. In Vienna, for example, your marriage documents do not need to be translated into German, while other areas may require a German translation. Whether you’ll need to hire an interpreter can also vary depending on the area. It takes between 2-6 weeks for the legal paperwork to be processed and receive approval for a civil marriage in Austria.

Holding a civil wedding in Italy is possible as a foreigner and can take place either in the local town hall or at another pre-approved outdoor location authorized to hold legal ceremonies. In Italy, you are not required to obtain residency before the wedding. Be sure to allow a couple of weeks to have the necessary paperwork processed before your planned legal wedding date.

In Slovenia, legal weddings are possible to hold as a foreigner. There are also no residency requirements to hold a civil ceremony in Slovenia. To get married in Slovenia, you must submit the required paperwork between 6-12 months before your desired wedding date. Additionally, 8 days before the ceremony, you will be required to personally show up at the registrar’s office to show your passport and translated birth certificates. Legal ceremonies take place in Slovene/Slovenian and an interpreter is required for those who don’t speak the language.

As a foreigner, you cannot legally marry in Liechtenstein unless one partner is a resident of the country. Civil Weddings are quite regulated in Liechtenstein, so it is worth hiring a lawyer to sort out the legal details for you.

Civil wedding marriage requirements in Monaco vary depending on your nationality. For U.S. residents wishing to marry in Monaco, you can hold a legally binding ceremony. Monaco does require at least one partner to reside in Monaco for a minimum of 30 days before announcing their intent to marry.

Where to Get Married in the Alps

Where should you get married in the Alps? Narrowing down where to get married in the Alps can be challenging when every destination has so much to offer! If I had to choose a top destination to get married in, it would be the Swiss Alps or German Alps. For the unique scenery and more budget-friendly Alps wedding locations, the Italian Dolomites and Slovenia take the cake.

Let’s be honest, though, I love all of the regions for different reasons. Below you’ll find a summary of the best places to get married in the Alps based on the scenery you’ll find, amenities, privacy and seclusion, and cost. You’ll also find Alps wedding venue and location suggestions.

Destination Weddings in Switzerland

Switzerland is one of the first places people think of when it comes to getting married and eloping in the Alps, and for a good reason! While Switzerland weddings are a splurge compared to other regions, the views are breathtaking. I have a deep-dive guide all about eloping in Switzerland that you can read here.

Why You Should Get Married in Switzerland: In Switzerland, you can get married with the Matterhorn as your backdrop, sleep in hotels overlooking glaciers, and walk among giants such as the Jungfrau mountain (you can even take a cogwheel train to the top of this 13,651-foot peak!). Switzerland is also home to the Lauterbrunnen valley, fondly known as the most beautiful in the world. The valley walls here rise as high as Yosemite’s El Capitan. In every season, Switzerland truly has it all.

Privacy + Seclusion: Switzerland can get crowded, especially during its peak seasons (December + August). Some hotspots, especially around the Bernese Alps (i.e., Lauterbrunnen, Bachalpsee, and the Oeschinensee) are locations we now recommend avoiding. With that being said, there are countless hidden gems for couples looking for something out of the ordinary. I have plenty of locations, tips, and tricks up my sleeves to find privacy.

Cost: $$$ Switzerland is one of the most expensive countries to visit. Cable cars, in particular, tend to cost about 30-50% more than in other areas. Food is one other area that tends to be much higher, also averaging 30-50% more than Austria or Germany. Nice accommodations tend to be about 25-30% more than that of other alpine countries. Wedding vendors such as florists and HMUAS can be pricier. If you have your heart set on Switzerland, be prepared to pay premium prices.

Switzerland Wedding Venues

Here are some of the best venues for your Switzerland wedding

Switzerland Wedding Locations

Below you’ll find some of my favorite locations for elopement weddings in the Swiss Alps

Getting Married in the German Alps

While not well known for destination weddings, the German Alps are home to some of the most picturesque scenery in Europe and are more than worth the visit. If you want to plan something both epic and unique, don’t miss getting married in Germany’s Bavarian Alps!

Why You Should Elope in the German Alps: First off, it’s absolutely stunning. The German Alps have so much variety in their landscapes too. Whether it’s the rolling hills dotted with cows, or towering rocky mountains and gushing waterfalls, Germany is simply put, gorgeous. Bavaria also is charming, with its picturesque, colorfully painted villages. The German Alps are an attractive wedding location and also home to some of my favorite alpine lakes. Whether you want something epic and adventurous, cozy and intimate, or both, the German Alps make the perfect destination.

You can access my Germany elopement guide here.

Privacy + Seclusion: Germany is the ideal hiking elopement destination, where you can find reasonable privacy and seclusion. You’re far more likely to run into locals quietly enjoying your location, instead of the tourist hubs so common in places like Switzerland and the Dolomites. We call the German Alps home and have shared countless sunrises and sunsets in total privacy (and know of so many perfect places waiting for you!).

Cost: $$ Prices are similar to Austria. Lodging is one of the bigger expenses.

German Alps Wedding Venues

Here are some of the best venues for your German Alps wedding:

German Alps Elopement Locations

Here are some of the best locations for your elopement wedding in the German Alps

Garmisch-Partenkirchen
Berchtesgaden National Park
Oberstdorf and the Allgäu Mountains
Karwendelbahn
Oberammergau
Tegernsee
Murnau am Staffelsee
Füssen
Neuschwanstein Castle *Please note you can’t actually get married inside Neuschwanstein, but the towns of Füssen and Schwangau offer beautiful viewpoints of the castle and surrounding mountains

Weddings in the French Alps

Weddings in the French Alps are nothing short of spectacular, and you’re sure to be dazzled by the charming landscape, food, and culture. You can’t miss Chamonix, it’s jaw-dropping!

Why You Should Get Married in the French Alps: The French Alps make a great destination wedding location for those passionate about skiing, hiking, mountaineering, biking, and world-class scenery. If you want a similar feel and landscapes to Switzerland, yet a little more budget-friendly, elopement weddings in Chamonix are a great option to explore.

Privacy + Seclusion: Crowds depend on the time of year, but you can expect towns such as Chamonix to remain moderately popular year-round. Hiking and helicopter elopements are a great way to find seclusion.

Cost: $$-$$$ Weddings in the French Alps can still add up, but you’ll find the food to be inexpensive in comparison to Switzerland. Lodging, vendors, and other activities are on par with the typical cost of most alpine countries.

French Alps Wedding Venues

Here are some of the best venues for your French Alps wedding

French Alps Wedding Locations

Below you’ll find some of the best locations for elopement weddings in the French Alps

Eloping in the Dolomites and Italian Alps

Eloping in the Dolomites and Italian Alps is one of the dreamiest ways to get married for both adventure-seeking couples and those seeking a relaxing, romantic wedding. I have a deep-dive guide all about eloping in the Italian Dolomites that you can read here.

Why You Should Elope in the Dolomites and Italian Alps: There are dozens of reasons you should elope in the Italian Alps, but one of my favorites is the craggy, unique peaks and other-worldly scenery that greets you at every turn. The spires of the Italian Dolomites are truly unbelievable. You’ll love getting married in the Italian Alps if you are dreaming of a location both chic and rugged. One great part about the Italian Alps is the numerous Alpine passes that can be driven, offering some spectacular elopement locations that require minimal hiking to get to. Italy is also the best place for helicopter elopements in the alps.

Privacy + Seclusion: The Dolomites and Italian Alps spread over a wide area, with locations ranging from secluded to very popular. August is the busiest month to get married since everyone is on holiday. I’d recommend opting for July or September if you can. Be sure to avoid Lago di Braies, Alpe di Siusi, and Seceda, which are crowded year-round, from sun up to sun down.

Cost: $$ Italy is fairly inexpensive overall. While the cost of lodging is somewhat similar to its neighboring countries in the Alps, you’ll find food, drinks, and excursions to be cheaper on average.

Italian Alps Wedding Venues

Here are some of the best venues for your Italian Alps wedding

Italian Alps Elopement Locations

Here are some of the best locations for your elopement wedding in the Italian Dolomites and Alps

Elopements in the Austrian Alps

Elopement weddings in the Austrian Alps are slowly gaining popularity, and it’s no surprise. From sweeping mountain views, year-round glacier skiing, luxurious wellness spas, and rich history, the Austrian Alps have a little bit of everything (while boasting nonstop post-card-worthy views). Want to know more about eloping in Austria? Don’t miss my free Austrian Alps elopement guide here.

Why You Should Elope in the Austrian Alps: If you want to feel like you’re in the Sound of Music, go to the Austrian Alps. The mountains are tall, and the valleys run deep. In summer, animals graze peacefully in the pastures. Dotted along the mountainsides you’ll experience quaint villages and hospitality.

Like Germany, Austria is a great hiking elopement destination. One edge Austria has over Germany is there are some alpine passes that make great ‘’minimal hiking’’ wedding locations.

Privacy + Seclusion: Moderate seclusion. Like all places, there are some tourist hotspots (think: Hallstatt). On the other hand, there are many quiet corners well worth a visit. For the most privacy, visit smaller, local ski resorts in the winter and consider exploring during the weekdays in the summer.

Cost: $$ Prices are similar to Germany. Lodging can be one of your bigger expenses.

Austrian Alps Wedding Venues

Here are some of the best venues for your Austrian Alps wedding

Austrian Alps Elopement Locations

Here are some of the best locations for your elopement wedding in the Austrian Alps

Getting Married in Slovenia’s Julian Alps

Last on the list of amazing alps wedding destinations in Slovenia’s Julian Alps. Getting married in Slovenia is the perfect choice for those who want a unique, off-the-beaten path elopement.

Why You Should Elope in the Slovenian Alps (Julian Alps): Slovenia’s Julian Alps are an amazing location to elope, and still unknown to many. It’s also the most budget-friendly wedding destination in the Alps. Slovenia’s Soča Valley boasts some of the bluest water you’ll ever encounter. In Triglav National Park, you can hike the valley of 7 lakes and also summit Mount Triglav, Slovenia’s tallest mountain. If you’d prefer a little more wedding day relaxation, paddling along the shores of Lake Bled is an exciting choice, or going to explore a nearby waterfall.

Privacy + Seclusion: In Slovenia, you’ll find moderate to large amounts of privacy in comparison to the Alps’ more popular counterparts. While the area is slowly gaining more awareness, it’s still quite secluded as a destination overall.

Cost: $-$$ Slovenia is a fairly budget-friendly destination and one of the least expensive places to elope in the Alps.

Slovenian (Julian) Alps Wedding Venues

Here are some of the best venues for your Slovenian Alps wedding:

Slovenian Alps Elopement Locations

Here are some of the best locations for your elopement wedding in the Slovenian Alps:

What Time of Year Should I Get Married in the Alps?

Choosing the right time of year to get married in the Alps is crucial for ensuring your elopement goes as planned. While each season and location has its own considerations, generally, January, February, July, September, and October are the best months to elope in the alps. This is because, during the colder months, all the cable cars are open and winter is in full swing. Our favorite months are January, July, and October, which all provide the best weather conditions for their given seasons while avoiding peak tourism times.

Winter Weddings in the Alps

If you want a winter wedding in the alps, you can plan on finding the longest winter season in the Swiss and French Alps, where the elevations are high and the glaciers plentiful. Normally around mid-October, skiing is beginning to open up. Austria follows closely behind. By January and February, snow has settled into nearly all the mountainous regions. For winter weddings in Italy, Germany, and Slovenia, there is less snow and milder temperatures overall. Italy’s Dolomites are vastly underrated in the winter and make a great unexpected ski destination.

Best time to hold a winter wedding in the Alps: January, February, and March

Spring Weddings in the Alps

Spring weddings in the Alps often mean snow! Through the month of May, snowstorms are still common, and in Switzerland, France, and Austria ski season is still in full swing. By mid-May, you’ll find some beautiful, low-lying mountainous regions have begun to melt out and the valleys fill with wildflowers. If you want to avoid peak tourism season and enjoy green meadows and snow-capped mountains, Germany; Eastern Switzerland; and Tirol, Austria make great Spring wedding destinations.

Best time to hold a spring wedding in the Alps: Late-May, June

Summer Weddings in the Alps

Summer weddings in the alps are some of my favorite. The temperatures remain somewhat mild in the high-alpine, the lakes are refreshing, and everywhere you look there are cows, sheep, and goats grazing in the mountains. Summer is the best for getting married in the alps because mountain accessibility is easiest during this time. One challenge of summer elopement weddings is the crowds though. Many Europeans get one month of vacation time during the summer, with August being the busiest. If you have the flexibility, opt for late June to mid-July, or early/mid-September, so you can get not only the best of what summer has to offer but also a little more seclusion.

Best times to hold a summer wedding in the Alps: Late-June, July, early-September

Fall Weddings in the Alps

Fall Weddings in the Alps are underrated, and a spectacular time to get married. You’ll also have far more privacy at this time of year. For the best chance of seeing fall colors on your wedding day, the last 2-3 weeks of October are generally the most brilliant. This is especially true if you select a location with larch trees, which have needles that change from green to bright yellow and burnt orange. The best places to see fall colors in the Alps are:

Engadin, Switzerland
Zermatt, Switzerland
Italian Dolomites
Julian Alps, Slovenia

Best time to hold a fall wedding in the alps: Mid to Late October

Video | The Best Time to Elope in the Alps and Dolomites (A Seasonal Guide)

Here’s what I’d share with couples about the best time to elope in the Alps, created as a video guide. It’s almost like we’re sitting down together, chatting about everything you need to know about when to elope and get married in the Alps or Dolomites. This guide has been created so that you can also tune in like a podcast, but there are a few additional visual examples you may find helpful.

How to Plan an Elopement Wedding in the Alps (Step-by-Step)

Ready to start planning your elopement in the Alps?? Below you’ll find my simple process for making your Alps elopement a reality. As part of your Alpselopement photography and videography team, my husband and I are here to help you throughout each step.

We recommend couples allot 6-9 months to plan their Alps elopement or destination wedding. It is possible to plan on much shorter time frames though, and we’ve helped couples make their adventure a reality in as little as two weeks.

Choose an Elopement Date

Before you can dive deep into planning your Alps elopement, one of the first things you need to do is set a date. Setting a date will allow you to start booking the vendors that can help make your dream come to life! Be sure to select your date based on the right time of year to see and do what you’re envisioning (i.e. summer and fall for hiking, winter for skiing).

Book Your Alps Elopement Photographer and Videographer

Hiring your Alpselopement photographer and videographer is one of the most important steps in the planning process. The right photographer or photo/video team will be a key player in helping guide you through the process of getting married abroad. They’ll also be sure your day is not only documented beautifully but also that you have the experience of a lifetime.

As the Alps’ leading adventure elopement photo and video team, we specialize in helping couples craft unique, awe-inspiring, outdoor-centered wedding experiences. We know the Alps like the back of our hands (seriously, we’ve done 150+ peaks in just the last three years), and use our expertise to help you each step of the way. If you’re up for an adventure, contact us now!

Visualize What You Want Your Day to Look Like

If you don’t have a vision of what you want your Alps elopement to look like yet, that’s totally ok! This step is where you’ll really want to start thinking about what is most important to you as a couple, and how you want to honor that on your intimate wedding day.

Whether it’s spending the night stargazing before catching the sunrise from a beautiful location and exchanging vows, or enjoying breakfast in bed before a morning-first look, and afternoon helicopter tour, the possibilities are endless.

Our booked couples receive an exclusive guide that goes over prompts and questions that can help them find clarity in the dreaming process.

If you’re looking for some inspiration, at the bottom of this guide, we have multiple elopement days blogged that include real timelines, helpful info, and more.

Decide on an Elopement Location in the Alps

Choosing your elopement location in the Alps is an exciting task that we love helping couples with. When choosing a location, you’ll want to consider:

What time of year are you eloping in?
How popular is the location?
Are there any restrictions on the location?
What time of day has the best light?

Your Alps wedding photographer (hey, it’s me, Christine!) will have advice for all of this. Location scouting is one of my biggest strengths (beyond taking stellar photos and making sure you have an amazing experience). This is something I help our booked couples extensively with.

If you are planning an elopement with guests or a micro wedding, you may want to consider hiring a wedding planner to help with securing a venue or permission to hold your ceremony at specific locations.

Book Your Alps Travel & Lodging

Now that you know where you’re eloping in the Alps, it’s time to book your travel and accommodation.

How to Get to the Alps

Getting to the alps is easy, as there are numerous large international airports located throughout Central Europe. Some of the easiest cities to fly into include:

Geneva
Bern
Zurich
Innsbruck
Munich
Venice

It’s worth noting that some alpine locations do require 2-2.5 hours of driving from the nearest airport (but the scenery is incredible and more than worth the road trip!).

Getting around the Alps (Trains and Buses)

Once you’ve arrived in the Alps, there are numerous ways to get around. For your elopement wedding day, I highly recommend renting a car for the greatest flexibility. During the rest of your travels, there are extensive networks of trains, buses, and trams (and even helicopter taxis!).

Lodging in the Alps for Your Wedding

The Alps offer a wide variety of lodging options, from upscale hotels and ski lodges to quaint bed and breakfasts in the villages. Airbnb and similar rental property options are also popular. Whatever you choose, make sure it’s a place where you can relax and isn’t too far from your elopement location.

Lodging Pro-tip: Choose a location with great natural light and that is clutter-free for the best getting-ready photos! If you want a “first look” where you’re staying, also keep in mind what scenery is nearby and how everything will look.

Book Your Alps Wedding Vendors

Are you booking more than a photographer and videographer for your Alps wedding or elopement? Some couples may opt to include a wedding celebrant/officiant, hair and makeup artist, a private chef, or maybe even a mountain guide.

Vendor Pro-Tip: We provide every booked couple with our exclusive English-speaking vendor suggestion guide.

Plan Your Elopement Day Activities

Activities are what help make your Alps elopement into an experience! This is a great time to consider what small (and possibly) big things you may want to do to level up your day. Some activities may include reading letters from family and friends, stopping by a mountain hut for lunch, renting a boat, going for a swim, stargazing, embarking on a helicopter tour, or booking a guided via-ferrata tour.

Once your locations are selected, and activities booked, this is the time to put it all on paper and build a timeline of your Alps wedding. That way, you know there’s room for everything. We’ve helped countless couples build custom timelines of their adventures (including multi-day ones!).

Gather Any Necessary Wedding and Travel Documents

The documents you may need to bring for eloping can really vary, depending on where you travel from. Some documents you may need for your elopement include:

Passports
Drivers Licenses
Confirmation of booked flights
Hotel/Lodging confirmations
Any legal documents needed if you plan on having a civil ceremony

Pro-Tip: Be sure to have a list of everything you need, print out the documents, and keep them together in a folder. If you’re flying, be sure these stay with your carry-on luggage.

Packing for Your Alps Elopement

Are you wondering what else you need to pack for your Alps elopement? We have a free guide and downloadable checklist with tips and tricks you can find here.

Elope in the Alps!

Your elopement wedding in the Alps is here! After all of your dreaming and excitement, it’s finally happening. Soak up every second and remember- these memories will last forever. Your photographer and videographer (oh hey!) will be sure you have amazing photos to help document the experience.

Elopement and Wedding Packages in the Alps

Are you ready to start planning your elopement or destination wedding in the Alps? If so, why not start with your Alps elopement photographer and videographer? You can view our Alps elopement pricing and packages here, or contact us to get a more detailed pricing guide.

We help guide each couple through the eloping process and make sure they get the epic coverage their day deserves.

Wedding Inspiration

Alps Elopement Photos and Videos

Want a glimpse into what your adventurous Alps elopement can look like? Check out these galleries I’ve blogged below for Alps wedding inspiration.

Charlotte fogarty says:

March 14, 2024 at 9:26 am

Hi, we are wanting to have a ski elopment in the french alps morzine/avoriaz. Is this an area you can cover/help us with?
Many thanks
Charlotte wnd george

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- Christine says:
  
  April 12, 2024 at 12:22 pm
  
  Hi Charlotte and George! I apologize I didn’t catch your comment sooner – it’s so exciting to hear you’re planing a ski elopement (what a dream!). While that isn’t an area we’ve worked in *yet*, we’d be happy to help you out if you’re still looking for a photo/video team 🙂 You can get in touch with us by filling out our contact form here: https://madeinthemountainsphoto.com/contact/
  
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