The civil ceremony

The vow, with the sea below.

Since 2018 Astragalo has been licensed for civil ceremonies on the terrace: the arch, the aisle, the water below and the bay around. One wedding per day.

On the terrace, since 2018One wedding per dayFrom 20 upwardsWithin 24 hours
The ceremony

You turn around, and the landscape is the styling.

The ceremony takes place outdoors, on the terrace facing the Bay of Quercetano. The couple comes up the aisle, stops in front of the arch and has the water, the rocks and the coastline running south in front of them.

No set has to be built: the terrace already faces the point where the sun drops behind the coast. Chairs sit to the sides, the couple’s table is in front of the arch, and anyone standing still sees the sea.

The Astragalo terrace set with arch, aisle and chairs for a civil ceremony
In sequence

How the day runs.

ArrivalOn the terrace, guests already seated
CeremonyCivil rite in front of the arch
CongratulationsPetals, embraces, photos with the bay
AperitivoOn the terraces while dinner is set
DinnerIn the hall or on the terrace
PartyIn the two club rooms

Times are agreed together, based on the date and what you want to do after the ceremony.

The licence

What “licensed” actually means.

The licence concerns the space: since 2018 the municipality allows civil ceremonies on the terrace, with the officiant coming to the venue. The paperwork is done at the town hall, with the timings and documents your municipality gives you.

Our role is the venue: the terrace, the styling, the kitchen and the party. For the bureaucracy we tell you what we know and put you in touch with whoever officiates, so there are no surprises in the weeks before.

The flower arch on the terrace with the sea behind
One wedding per day: the bay is yours.
Astragalo, Castiglioncello
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can we have a civil ceremony at Astragalo?
Yes: since 2018 the venue is licensed for civil ceremonies on the terrace, over the Bay of Quercetano. The officiant celebrates at the venue and the paperwork is done at the town hall.
How many guests can attend the ceremony?
The published rate starts at 20 guests. Seating on the terrace is laid out according to the number: write to us with your date and guest count and we will tell you how the space works.
What happens if it rains?
The terrace is outdoors. The venue also has indoor spaces: in bad weather we agree the best solution for your date together. It is one of the things to discuss when setting the date.
Can we marry on a day when the restaurant is closed?
The restaurant closes on Mondays. For weddings the day is dedicated to a single event: the date is chosen together and the venue stays available to the couple.
Do we need a wedding planner?
It is not compulsory: the venue follows the day from styling to kitchen. If you have a planner or a supplier you trust, we work with them.

Since 2018 Astragalo has been licensed for civil ceremonies on the terrace: the arch, the aisle, the water below and the bay around. One wedding per day.

Let’s check your date.

One wedding per day: write to us with the date and guest count, we reply within 24 hours.