Wedding venues

Popular wedding venues in Belgium are often fully booked one to two years in advance on Saturdays. The sooner you start looking, the greater the chance that your preferred date will still be available. When planning your timing, also bear the season in mind: demand is usually highest in spring and autumn.

Go with your gut feeling: a castle has a different feel to a barn or an industrial venue. If you’re still unsure, visit several venues before making a decision, paying attention to details such as natural light, decoration options and the overall impression the space makes on you.

Decide how much you want to spend on your wedding venue, excluding other costs such as catering. Some venues have their own catering service or fixed drinks packages, which can affect your overall budget. Therefore, always ask for a detailed quote so that you know exactly what’s included.

Having a clear idea of your guest numbers makes the choice easier: with a large guest list, smaller, intimate wedding venues are automatically ruled out, whilst a compact group is perfectly suited to a small-scale venue. Also take into account any future changes to your guest list, so that the venue’s capacity allows for sufficient flexibility.

Put together a list of questions in advance that you’d like answered, for example about parking facilities, technical amenities or the flexibility of the venue. In this article, you’ll find 35 useful questions to ask before booking a wedding venue.

750 to 7,300 euros: that is the standard hire price for a wedding venue, excluding food and drink. If you opt for an exclusive or multi-day package, for example at a castle estate, that amount rises to around 35,000 euros, also excluding food and drink. As each venue has its own terms and conditions, it’s best to always check exactly what’s included in that price. Want to work out your full wedding budget? This article provides a comprehensive overview.

First, think about the type of wedding venue you have in mind: a castle, a historic venue or perhaps a rural farmhouse. Next, decide how many guests you want to invite, as this will help determine the required capacity. Finally, set your budget, taking into account additional costs such as catering or decorations. With these three points in mind, you’ll be better able to find the wedding venue that suits you, and you can compare venues more effectively during your visits.

Yes, book your wedding venue as early as possible to secure your preferred date. Popular venues are sometimes fully booked months or even years in advance, particularly during the popular spring and summer months. If you’re still unsure about the exact date, it can still be useful to enquire about the availability of your favourite wedding venue.

This varies greatly depending on the venue: common facilities include tables and chairs, lighting and sound systems, and sometimes catering options. Extras such as decorations, flowers or photography can usually be requested for an additional charge. Always ask for a full breakdown during your visit so that you can accurately estimate your total costs.

Yes, many wedding venues offer space for both the ceremony and the reception that follows, often in a separate room or garden. The advantage of this is that you and your guests do not have to move between two venues, which makes the day a lot easier in practical terms. Check this with your specific venue, and also enquire about an alternative in case of inclement weather should the ceremony be held outdoors.