Destination Weddings in Radda in Chianti

Radda has everything one needs to construct a medieval Tuscan wedding story from once upon a time.  From the vast wine vineyards to the simple farm houses that were built in abundance around royal castles, Radda is a sight to behold in the Tuscan Chianti region and a miraculous place to have your destination wedding!

Radda has retained more of its ancient character than any other of the towns and villages in the Chianti region.  The cobble-stone streets, tight alleyways and old brick buildings give visitors a feel of traveling to old-world Italy and truly experiencing all of the charms that only such a classically preserved village could.  Make your way into the Palazzo del Podesta and see shields and crests from long ago, numerous frescoes above the arched doorways and olden decorations that really set a Renaissance mood.

Just outside of Radda’s main village, are the Centro di Studi Chiantigiani (Centre for Chianti Studies) and the Chinati Classico consortium and the Montevertine farm houses the small Museo del Chianti for guests to explore the history of Radda’s farming community.  Radda is situated around the Pesa and Arbia rivers.  There is also the Monte San Michele, in the direction of Greve, which houses the Volpaia and the 19th century restored church of Santa Maria Novella, based off of a basilican structure that features a nave flanked by two aisles. 

Stay in one of the renovated villa hotels in the area and be swept away on your own little Radda retreat. The Palazzo Leopoldo uses modern art and amenities to whisk their guests away into a delicious paradise with massages, spa and beauty treatments.  Who wouldn’t enjoy a relaxing day in the breathtaking country sides of Chianti?

Exchanging your vows in a civil wedding in Radda promises a very intimate and enchanting ceremony.  The center is closed off to all automobiles and the wedding hall is in an adorable piazza with a stone fountain, small church and a beautiful array of flowers.  A sunny day allows for an outdoor wedding under the loggia, which also offers a splendid opportunity for pictures by the towns 14th century frescoes.

Wedding receptions in Radda in Chianti may be organized near the town’s center, with delectable cuisine that only Italy could offer and top-notch red or white wine straight from the Chianti vineyards on the slopes of Tuscany, one of the oldest-producing regions of the world.  Imagine your destination wedding in Radda and celebrate the start of your new life together with a grand celebration!