Leonie and Rudi didn’t necessarily want to get married "just because we’ve been together for so long," but if they did decide to tie the knot, it had to be in their beloved mountains. The idea was born, and secretly, Rudi contacted wedding planner Marry and More to see if this dream could come true. When a Dutch couple wants to get married in the mountains, there’s obviously a lot to organize, and it’s reassuring to have a Dutch wedding planner by your side who specialises in mountain weddings. Guess what hapeed? Rudi was thrilled to have found Marry and More and decided to propose to his girlfriend Leonie. Off to the mountains!

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Getting married in Vorarlberg

The Rufana Alp in Bürserberg (Vorarlberg) provided the perfect setting for this special winter wedding in the snow. For me, as a wedding photographer with Dutch roots living and working in the mountains, this wedding was something truly special. My two worlds collided: the Austrian mountains and the Dutch culture met!

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First Look in the mountains

I was lucky enough to photograph this winter wedding from start to finish, so I was there early in the morning when Leonie and Rudi prepared for the big day separately. They were going to see each other for the first time outside on the meadow, with the snowy mountain backdrop, for the "First Look." Leonie’s dress and Rudi’s suit were a perfect match for the ambiance of the day. The white and brown colors blended wonderfully with the snow-covered mountains and the cloudy sky!

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Bridal shoot in the snow

After the "First Look," we were taken to the cable car by quad, off to the top of the mountain for the photoshoot. Of course, when having a wedding in the mountains, you never know what the weather will do. The bride therefore brought a warm jacket with her to put on between shots. At the top of Bürserberg, we were greeted with a breathtaking panorama! We enjoyed a beautiful view of the peaks and stood on a thick blanket of snow. Skiers who passed by congratulated the couple and wished us a wonderful day. The photos turned out absolutely fantastic, and we even had time to fly the drone to capture new perspectives!

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Snowboard Wedding in Vorarlberg

This amazing morning was just a preview of what awaited us in the afternoon and evening. After all guests had arrived, the ceremony began, led by Wijbrand van der Sande, the happiest celebrant from the Netherlands! It was truly a celebration! Numerous congratulations followed, along with apple strudel with vanilla sauce, heartfelt words, and... the photoshoot on snowboards! How cool is that?! Leonie and Rudi were eager to enjoy their favourite activity in the mountains and snowboard down the slope. All the guests cheered them on as if it were the Olympics. With great enthusiasm, they reached the finish line ;-)

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A heartfelt thank you to Leonie and Rudi for allowing me to photograph your wedding and share these photos.

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Location: Rufana Alp, Bürserberg, Vorarlberg

Wedding planner: Marry and More Events

Celebrant: Wijbrand van de Sande / Mag ik jullie trouwen

Suit: De Mannen van Bossenbroek

Dress: Prinses Bruidsmode

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