The Swiss blend both French and German customs in their weddings. A horse-drawn carriage is a romantic way to get to the ceremony, and a yodel choir is often the perfect musical accompaniment to a Swiss wedding.
Wedding facts
Switzerland requires no residency or waiting period to get married. However, planners we interviewed suggested arriving three days early to get a marriage license and do any last-minute document processing.
Start planning anywhere from three to six months ahead of time, if you want to tie the knot in Switzerland. You'll need that time to do paperwork and fulfill filing requirements. Switzerland recognizes only civil ceremonies.
When to go
Obviously, the skiing is the big attraction. Resorts have high and low seasons in both winter and summer. December 18 through January 6 is high season at many hotels in St. Moritz. Low season is January 6 through February 5.
In the summer, most of July is the low season, while August is high. This may be due to the fact that most Europeans take vacations in August.
Insider tips
Many airlines slash their air fares to Europe in the winter. This savings may far outweigh higher hotel prices. The cheapest destinations usually are London or Amsterdam. You can then get a connecting flight to Switzerland.
Grindelwald, Switzerland, boasts some of the best powder in Europe, as well as a resort town with 50 restaurants. In the summer, check out the Alpine Cheese Excursion festival. Glacier Gorge and Blue Ice Cave are nearby, and the highest railway station in Europe is accessible via a Cogwheel Railway.
Who to call
Swiss National Tourist Office: (212) 757-5944. Grindelwald Tourist Office: (036) 531-212.
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