Kasteel Duurstede

Getting married at Castle Duurstede in Wijk bij Duurstede: your own castle on a historic island

Do you dream of getting married in a real medieval castle? At Castle Duurstede in Wijk bij Duurstede, you will have not only the castle but also the historic castle island exclusively available to you on your wedding day.

The moments of your day will naturally follow one another. From the vows and the cake to the dinner and your evening party. Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings, historic fireplaces, and chandeliers. Outside, the castle moat, towers, and old trees provide the backdrop.

A romantic wedding venue close to Utrecht

Castle Duurstede is one of the oldest medieval castles in the Netherlands. It is quietly located on a historic castle island in Wijk bij Duurstede, close to Utrecht.

You can get married here both indoors and outdoors. After that, you will stay for the reception, dinner, and party at the same location. Thanks to various rooms and outdoor areas, each part of the day gets its own atmosphere.

This is what your wedding day could look like

Your guests will enter the castle island via the drawbridge. From that moment, you leave the outside world behind.

For the vows, you will choose the romantically decorated wedding hall. In nice weather, the ceremony can also take place outside. This way, the castle itself forms the backdrop for one of the most important moments of your day.

After the ceremony, the party moves to the atmospheric courtyard. Under the covered terrace, you can cut the wedding cake, toast with champagne, or simply enjoy a drink.

Latter, you will go inside for dinner. Vaulted ceilings, historic fireplaces, and chandeliers create a warm, historic atmosphere. When the evening begins, another room can become the backdrop for music and dancing.

This way, the setting changes throughout the day, without you or your guests needing to travel.

Different spaces for every moment

Castle Duurstede has several rooms for small and larger groups. This allows the ceremony, reception, dinner, and party to each have their own place.

• indoor and outdoor weddings possible
• atmospheric courtyard with covered terrace
• multiple rooms for reception, dinner, and party
• Bishops' Hall on the second floor of the Donjon Tower
• suitable for different moments within one wedding day

The exact maximum capacity per room is not mentioned in the provided information. Therefore, please inquire about the possibilities for your guest count when requesting a quote.

A backdrop for your day and wedding photos

Castle Duurstede provides a different backdrop for every moment of your wedding. During the day, the castle island feels calm and romantic. Inside, the old fireplaces, vaults, and chandeliers immediately create atmosphere.

The Bishops' Hall is located on the second floor of the Donjon Tower. This space can be used for an evening party with music. From the hall, you overlook the castle island and the surrounding castle park.

You also don't have to go elsewhere for wedding photos. The towers, castle moat, and drawbridge naturally form a historic backdrop. In the castle park, there are also trees that are over 150 years old.

Price indication

• Ceremony - 50 persons: from € 325,- (half an hour of coffee, tea, and sweet tapas)
• Reception - 50 persons: from € 1,175,- (2 hours of drinks + salty snacks and cookies)
• Dinner - 50 persons: from € 2,825,- (2 hours of drinks + dinner)
• Party - 100 persons: from € 3,950,- (party package)
• On popular days, a minimum turnover guarantee applies: Yes

The above prices are exclusive of € 1,700,- venue rental.

Quiet location and easily accessible

Castle Duurstede is located in a quiet place, away from traffic and noise. As a result, your wedding day begins with a sense of calm upon arrival.

At the same time, the castle is close to Utrecht. This makes the location easily accessible for guests coming from different parts of the Netherlands.

A castle that gives your wedding day its own character

What makes Castle Duurstede special is the combination of history, exclusivity, and variety. You will have a medieval castle and the surrounding castle island at your disposal.

From an outdoor ceremony to cake in the courtyard. From a dinner surrounded by historic details to a party in the Donjon Tower. Everything takes place at one location, while each moment still gets its own atmosphere.

Do you want to discover how your wedding day can unfold here? Schedule a viewing or request a quote directly via the form on the right side.