5 reasons to celebrate your wedding in Valencia

The Valencian architecture and tradition, the gastronomy rich in fresh products from the garden, the mild Mediterranean climate, the costs contained and the friendliness of the city are just some of the reasons that have made Valencia the preferred destination for the celebration of international weddings. 


“In recent years we have experienced a great increase in the number of international weddings, especially from the United Kingdom, the United States, Russia and Mexico,” he says. Angela Cocera, Director of Gourmet Catering Spaces & Events, the main company in the sector in Valencia, which explains the five reasons why the international public chooses Valencia to celebrate their wedding. 

  1. mild climate and little uncertainty

The Mediterranean climate, characterized by warm summers and mild winters, is undoubtedly one of the reasons to celebrate the great event in Valencia, a city that has an average annual temperature of 20ºC, long days of sunshine and low chance of rain, making it ideal for outdoor celebrations. 

“In Valencia we do not usually have sudden climate changes as happens in other places in Europe, in which you go from the radiant sun to the rain in a matter of minutes, which gives the bride and groom a lot of tranquility and allows them to opt for outdoor celebrations”, they assure from Gourmet Catering.  

The city has unique places such as the Natural Park of the Albufera, the Valencian garden or the beaches of The Malvarrosa and the saler, In which to enjoy a weekend accompanied by the best weather. 

2. Traditional farms and unique enclaves

    València has a long architectural richness, with a great variety of farms and mansions whose construction dates back to before the 17th century, traditional barracks and buildings of contemporary architecture, all of them available and enabled for wedding celebrations.. 

    One of the most demanded internationally is the spectacular Cartuja de Ara Christi, a former rehabilitated monastery with different rooms and spaces, both indoors and outdoors, declared an Asset of Cultural Interest in 1996. Another highly requested option are the traditional Valencian farmhouses, buildings In the past, destined for the farm that has been adapted to host events, offering the possibility of being surrounded by the incredible natural environment of the area. 

    In addition, Valencia is a city accessible and comfortable, in which you can travel distances easily and in a short time, and which is only 10 minutes from the airport, facilitating the arrivals and departures of relatives. 

    3. Mediterranean gastronomy

    The famous Mediterranean diet offers ingredients fresh and local, , Km0 kitchen Adaptable to all palates and balanced menus with delicious vegetarian options that make the celebration of a wedding an authentic Mediterranean gastronomic experience and experience. 

    the famous Valencian paella, Desserts made with the traditional horchata or the ‘water of Valencia’ cocktails are some of the options that seduce international palates. 

    4. Hospitality and tradition

    Valencians are known for their character warm and hospitable, which is born from its opening to the Mediterranean, and which leads them to get involved in the entire process of organizing weddings, establishing a great proximity with the bride and groom. and a major  Flexibility in customizing options. 

    At the same time, Valencia, as a city with a marked festive character, has a good number of renowned wedding planners who in recent years have marked a trend in national and international weddings.. 

    Traditional festive manifestations such as fireworks are an added attraction for the international public that bets to surprise the guests with the shot of a “mascletà” or a fireworks castle after the ceremony. 

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    5. CONTENTS COSTS

    Compared to other Spanish cities and with many European countries, as well as the United States, Valencia is a competitive destination at the cost level in transportation, accommodation and catering, allowing multi-day celebrations at content prices.. 

    As his anthem says, Valencia is the land of flowers, light and love, and now it is also of weddings.