Plate
€185
Hotel Avg
€230
Best Month
September
Airport Dist.
55km
Estimated Budget
Complete guide for your wedding in Begur
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Begur, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Medieval hilltop fortress, turquoise Costa Brava coves, and colonial Indiano mansions. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 9.7/10 in romanticism, Begur offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Begur has excellent leisure infrastructure (8/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Begur
Main advantages
- Iconic Costa Brava destination surrounded by turquoise coves (Aiguablava, Sa Tuna, Sa Riera) and pine-clad cliffs.
- Unique 19th-century colonial 'Indiano' mansions and medieval castle architecture.
- World-class Catalan gastronomy pairing fresh seafood and D.O. Empordà wines.
Points to keep in mind
- High peak summer tourism in July and August; May, June, and September provide ideal exclusivity.
- Narrow medieval streets requiring planned guest coach logistics at town perimeter parking.
The style in Begur
Dominant Style
Mediterranean Chic & Costa Brava Indiano Romance
Local Tradition
Empordà Cava sparkling toast overlooking turquoise coves followed by dusk 'Cremat' spiced rum and traditional habanera melodies
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Begur
Hotel Aiguablava & Restaurant
Legendary clifftop hotel offering manicured gardens and direct views over world-famous Aiguablava bay.
Hotel Convent de Begur
Restored 18th-century monastery featuring tranquil cloister courtyards and lush gardens.
Parador de Aiguablava
Perched atop Punta d'es Muts cliff with panoramic 360-degree views over the Mediterranean Sea.
Wedding traditions in Spain
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Arras and rings
13 coins (the arras) symbolise shared prosperity. Handed by the godfather during the ceremony.
Cocktail and open bar
Welcome cocktail opens the banquet, free bar closes the party until dawn. Classic Spanish structure.
Bouquet toss and garter
Bride tosses the bouquet to single women; groom tosses the garter to single men. Iconic moments late in the night.
Veil and mantilla
Many Spanish brides combine veil and peineta with a mantilla, especially in religious weddings.
Legal requirements to marry in Spain
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
Civil Registry or Justice of the Peace
Minimum notice
30 days
Witnesses per spouse
2
Key steps
- Appointment at the local Civil Registry (may take weeks).
- Full birth certificate, ID/NIE and proof of residence.
- Marriage file: judge interview + public notice of the application.
- Civil ceremony by a judge, mayor or delegated councillor.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Spain- Certificate of marital capacity from the home country (apostilled).
- Birth certificate translated and apostilled.
- Valid passport.
How to get there from Spain
Main airports
Rail
AVE / Renfe
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · Valencia · Seville · Bilbao
Typical vendors in Spain
What Spanish couples ask most
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Alojamiento para tu boda en Begur
Precio medio: ~230€/noche
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Vuelos a Begur
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Que hacer en Begur
Actividades para invitados que viajan a la boda: tours guiados, experiencias locales y planes para los dias previos o posteriores.
Cancelacion gratuita en la mayoria de actividades
Preparativos esenciales
Seguro de viaje
Imprescindible para viajar tranquilos
- Cobertura medica
- Cancelacion de vuelos
- Equipaje perdido
- Asistencia 24h
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Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a destination wedding in Begur cost?
Catering averages €160 to €260 per guest with Empordà regional wines and fresh Mediterranean seafood. A 90-guest wedding typically costs €28,000 to €58,000.
What is the best season for a Begur wedding?
September and June are ideal: perfect warm sunny days, crystal-clear water, and relaxed coastal atmosphere.
How do guests travel to Begur?
45 minutes from Girona Airport (GRO) or 1.5 hours from Barcelona El Prat International Airport (BCN).
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