Plate
CHF 240
Hotel Avg
CHF 278
Best Month
August
Airport Dist.
60km
Estimated Budget
Price converted to CHF from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
Plan my Wedding in LausanneComplete guide for your wedding in Lausanne
If you are thinking of celebrating your wedding in Lausanne, you have chosen one of the destinations with the most personality in the country. Stately Swiss elegance on the shores of majestic Lake Geneva. In this guide we analyze all key aspects so your big day is perfect.
Romance Factor
With a score of 8.5/10 in romanticism, Lausanne offers incomparable settings for your "I do". From magical sunsets to charming historical corners.
Party and Celebration
If you look for a big celebration, Lausanne has excellent leisure infrastructure (6.5/10) which guarantees your guests enjoy to the max before and after the banquet.
The best and worst of marrying in Lausanne
Main advantages
- Alpine views of Mont Blanc and integration of the terraced vineyards of Lavaux.
- Swiss hospitality and catering services with unbeatable quality standards.
- Excellent transport links via direct trains from Geneva Airport.
Points to keep in mind
- Extremely high wedding budget, among the most expensive in Europe.
- Strict local noise and timing regulations starting after 22:00.
The style in Lausanne
Dominant Style
Alpine Lakeside Luxury
Local Tradition
Wedding trip on a historic steamboat on Lake Geneva, toasting with local Lavaux white wine
Weather month by month
Top Venues in Lausanne
Beau-Rivage Palace
One of Europe's most luxurious historic hotels, set in a four-hectare park on the lake shores.
Château d'Ouchy
12th-century medieval castle on the lake shore, combining history with modern designer suites.
Lavaux Vineyards (Terraces)
Spectacular setting among UNESCO World Heritage vineyards with panoramic lake views.
Wedding traditions in Switzerland
What a local guest expects to see on the wedding day.
Apéro
Welcome reception with drinks and finger food immediately following the ceremony.
Cutting the Log
The couple cuts a log together with a two-person saw to demonstrate their teamwork.
Legal requirements to marry in Switzerland
Application steps, timing and paperwork for foreigners.
Civil authority
Civil Registry Office (Zivilstandsamt)
Minimum notice
30 days
Witnesses per spouse
1
Key steps
- Submit the application for marriage preparation at the local civil registry office.
- Verification of the couple's civil status and eligibility.
- Official authorization to proceed (valid for 3 months).
- Civil ceremony held in the official registry office hall.
Extra documents for foreigners
If you do not reside in Switzerland- Apostilled and translated certificate of civil status.
- Recent birth certificate (under 6 months) translated and apostilled.
- Valid residence permit or passport.
How to get there from Switzerland
Main airports
Rail
CFF / SBB / FFS
Common departure points
Madrid · Barcelona · Geneva · Zurich · Milan
Typical vendors in Switzerland
What Swiss couples ask most
Alojamiento para tu boda en Lausanne
Precio medio: ~290€/noche
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Comparamos precios en +100 webs de reservas
Vuelos a Lausanne
Encuentra los mejores vuelos comparando cientos de aerolineas y agencias. Alertas de precio incluidas para que reserves en el mejor momento.
Comparamos +700 aerolineas en tiempo real
Que hacer en Lausanne
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
eSIM internacional
Internet sin roaming ni sorpresas
- Datos ilimitados
- Sin cambiar de SIM
- Activa al instante
- Cobertura en +190 paises
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a wedding in Lausanne cost?
The average plate price is 250€. A complete wedding for 100 guests ranges between 50,000€ and 95,000€.
Is civil marriage mandatory before a religious ceremony in Switzerland?
Yes, Swiss law requires the civil marriage to be completed before any religious ceremony can take place.
What is the best month to get married on the lakeside?
August is excellent, as the weather is warm and sunny, and the lakeside nights are cool and very pleasant.
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Estimated Budget
Price converted to CHF from the EUR base. Indicative exchange rate.
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