Kasteel Duurstede

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

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

Here, the moments of your day will naturally follow one another. From the vows and the cake to the dinner and your evening party. Inside, vaulted ceilings, historical fireplaces, and chandeliers await. Outside, the castle moat, towers, and old trees create the backdrop.

A romantic wedding location near Utrecht

Kasteel 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 both indoors and outdoors here. Afterwards, you will stay for the reception, dinner, and party at the same location. With different rooms and outdoor spaces, 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 on, you leave the outside world behind for a while.

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 becomes the backdrop for one of the most important moments of your day.

After the ceremony, the guests will move to the charming courtyard. Under the covered terrace, you can cut the wedding cake, toast with champagne, or enjoy a drink in peace.

Later, you will go indoors for dinner. Vaulted ceilings, historical fireplaces, and chandeliers create a warm, historical atmosphere there. As the evening begins, another room can become the setting for music and dancing.

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

Different spaces for every moment

Kasteel 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
• charming courtyard with covered terrace
• multiple rooms for reception, dinner, and party
• Bishops' Hall on the second floor of the Donjon Tower
• suited for different moments within one wedding day

The exact maximum capacity per room is not mentioned in the provided information. Therefore, ask for the possibilities for your guest number in your quote.

A backdrop for your day and wedding photos

Kasteel Duurstede gives each moment of your wedding a different backdrop. 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 room can be used for an evening party with music. From the hall, you look out over the castle island and the surrounding castle park.

You also do not need to go anywhere for wedding photos. The towers, castle moat, and drawbridge naturally form a historic backdrop. In the castle park, there are also trees over 150 years old.

Price indication

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

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

Quietly located and easily accessible

Kasteel Duurstede is located in a quiet place, away from traffic and noise. This way, your wedding day already begins with a feeling 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 identity

What makes Kasteel Duurstede special is the combination of history, exclusivity, and variety. You have access to a medieval castle and the surrounding castle island.

From an outdoor ceremony to cake in the courtyard. From a dinner among historical details to a party in the Donjon Tower. Everything happens at one location, while each moment still has 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.