Congratulations on your engagement! Now it's time for the preparations - it's not easy to keep track. With regards to the timing of a wedding, it requires quite a bit of organizational talent. But don't worry, we have provided a chronological timeline for your orientation. This will help you plan the course of your wedding.

The starting point of your planning should be setting a date. This makes your big day not only more tangible but also serves as an excellent orientation. It's advisable to spread the organization of your dream wedding over a period of one year. This enables a stress-free approach. Our checklist created for you will help you take the most important precautions. Of course, you can download it at any time and customize it to your needs.

Working with a checklist is an indispensable step in planning your wedding, and here's why it's so important. A wedding is a significant event that requires a wealth of details and tasks , from choosing the perfect location to creating your guest list, booking a photographer, and selecting flowers and decorations. Without a well-structured list, important steps can easily be overlooked, and stress and hectic can occur in the last moments.

Our wedding checklist gives you the opportunity to organize your planning and keep track of all tasks. It helps you set priorities, meet deadlines, and ensure that nothing is forgotten. Additionally, it contributes to minimizing stress and increasing the anticipation for your big day, as you can be sure that everything is carefully planned. With our checklist, you are well-equipped to experience a smooth and successful wedding. Trust it to make your dream wedding a reality!

12-10 months. The first steps towards the altar

First, you should concretize your ideas, of course in regular exchange with your partner. This includes adjusting your ideas to a budget set by you. This depends on the framework of your wedding, the location, the number of guests, and possible travel expenses for your guests. Use our budget planner.

Start creating a guest list at least 10 months in advance to become aware of the scope and implementation possibilities of your wedding. Consider whether you want to provide accommodation for the guests or take care of their travel arrangements. Feel free to use our combined offer for this! Timely finalizing the guest list is also recommended to inform the invited guests in time, thus avoiding the disappointment of last-minute cancellations.

In the span of 10 to 12 months, you should also have found and booked a suitable location. With this step, you can easily realize your visual ideas in the coming months. It is also advisable to take care of your wedding attire already. Scheduling appointments for bridal shops early is important, as the delivery times of some stores can be 6-9 months. This could limit your future choices.

9-6 months.

Choosing the right service providers
After your dream wedding has begun to take shape, you should now engage suitable service providers. This also includes taking a look at the entertainment program, such as musicians. Also, get informed about catering and wedding floristry near your desired location. Pay attention to the requirements of the booked venue.

Professional photographers and confectioners are also important, bringing your vision to life. The wedding cake, in particular, should not only be a visual highlight but also taste good. Therefore, arrange cake tastings if possible! Have you already decided on a photographer? Inquire about the usage and image rights!

The honeymoon should be planned at least 6 months in advance to maintain the wedding schedule stress-free. Don't overlook the validity of your travel documents.

Depending on the course of your wedding, you should reserve a date for the civil marriage. Check the validity of your identification documents in advance. Do you or your partner not have German citizenship? No problem, important information on getting married in Germany can be found at the association of binational families and partnerships. Optionally, organize a church wedding or inquire about officiants for an outdoor ceremony.