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Friuli Castle - Udine

Friuli Castle - Udine

  • Teaser: One of our absolutely favorite locations in Italy!! Perched on a hill and surrounded by magnificent gardens, vineyards and breathtaking scenery, the Castle is one of the finest venues Northern Italy.

Friuli Castle - Udine

Friuli Castle - Udine

One of our absolutely favorite locations in Italy!!
Perched on a hill and surrounded by  magnificent gardens, vineyards and breathtaking scenery, the Castle  is one of the finest venues Northern Italy. The owner has lavished this property with every possible attention and has created a very exclusive, luxury resort complete with 18 hole Golf Course, Club House, Winery, Wine Store, Hotel, Restaurant and a Tavern all serving superb Friulian cuisine.   Fireworks definitely possible here! 

The 19th century castle is comprised of magnificent reception rooms for weddings, a small private chapel, which is still used today for weddings, and a superb 14th century wine-cellar.  Guided visits can be arranged for wine tastings. On the castles’ first floor there are nine elegantly appointed suites with period furnishings, modern bathrooms, TV and air conditioning.  Additional guests can be housed in the Tavern or Bed and Breakfast under the same ownership.

Key Features

  • Small private Catholic Chapel for weddings.
  • Catering in the elegant halls for wedding receptions.
  • Restaurant.
  • Gourmet Agriturismo serving local specialties.
  • Separate Bed and Breakfast for additional guests.
  • Amazing kitchen for breakfasts and cooking classes
  • Golfing - 18 hole golf course
  • Winery
  • Wine Store

Accommodation:
Elegantly furnished rooms are done in 18th and 19th century style; with every possible modern comfort including luxurious baths. All rooms enjoy splendid views over the Italian garden.  An abundant buffet breakfast is served in the ancient and picturesque castle kitchen to make your stay even more enchanting. 

In the castle: 15 rooms and suites
In the Luxury Tavern: 10 rooms
In the Agriturismo: 5 rooms 

Activities:
Cooking classes in the gorgeous kitchen, wine tastings and tours, gastronomic excursions, golfing.  Visits to the nearby medieval town of Cividale.

Wedding Info

Wedding Reception:
Several great halls for a reception indoors.  Catering provided by the castle.  Maximum of 120 guests. 

Wedding Ceremony:
There is a beautiful, tiny Catholic chapel (maximum of 20 guests but additional guests can be accommodated outside under a canopy. It is decorated with pastel frescoes and details. Civil ceremony in nearby medieval towns of Cividale or Gorizia.  Symbolic or Protestant ceremonies are celebrated on the magnificent gardens.

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Finest Seaview Castle

Finest Seaview Castle

  • Teaser: Overlooking the stunning Adriatic coastline, this magnificent sea view castle is a one of a kind setting for an unforgettable wedding in Italy and among the finest castles in Europe. Its geographical position alone commands one of the most incredible vistas of the rugged Adriatic coastline.

Finest Seaview Castle

Finest Seaview castle - Friuli

Overlooking the stunning Adriatic coastline, this magnificent sea view castle is a one of a kind setting for an unforgettable wedding in Italy and among the finest castles in Europe. Its geographical position alone commands one of the most incredible vistas of the rugged Adriatic coastline. The castle is surrounded by impressive walls, a reminder of its past as a medieval fortress.

The walls enclose magnificent gardens and terraces overlooking the sea and beautiful interiors, because this is also a museum and open to the public for visits at specific times during the day.

The Friuli castle is also a family home and only recently opened its doors to the public. It is very much lived in by one of Europe's greatest noble families: the Princes of Torre e Tasso.

Its beautifully appointed interiors include the masterpiece of the Palladio staircase, antique furnishings, paintings, valuables and mementoes collected over centuries which bestow a warm, elegant atmosphere.

Meanwhile, the gardens with their centuries-old trees, manicured lawns, cascades of flowers and architectural features are an invitation to relax and enjoy open walks admiring the vistas. A pathway running through the gardens leads directly to a private beach below. We can't think of a finer location for your Italy wedding and reception!

This home from home for visitors down the ages has opened its gates to leading figures from the world of culture, science and research and is now open to you for an exclusive wedding in Italy.

One of the most singular features of the castle is that it is entirely consecrated so that Catholic ceremonies can be celebrated either indoors or outdoors which is very rare in Italy.

It is also possible to spend your "first night" in one of the stupendous historic rooms.

Key Features

  • Maximum of 180 guests
  • the castle is intimate and also ideal for smaller groups
  • Small private Catholic Chapel for weddings (maximum of 6).
  • The entire castle is consecrated so that Catholic ceremonies can be celebrated outdoors or indoors.
  • Catering only for reception.

A private apartment is available with two bedrooms while additional guests can be hosted in Trieste - Italy's Vienna offering a selection of hotels in all budgets. 

Wedding Info

Wedding Reception:

You can welcome your guests with cocktails served on the bastions overlooking the sea, drink the castle's wines, dine in the elegant rooms of the castles or in the interior courtyard and continue the evening in the fascinating Sala Grotta.

Wedding Ceremony:

Civil ceremony in nearby Trieste - a very fine wedding hall awaits you on the city's most famous square. Catholic, symbolic and Protestant are possible directly at the castle.

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