Schedule
Saturday, June 1, 2024
Optional Pre-Wedding Get-Together 🍷🍕
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
For all those of you who are already in town and would like to join a nice casual get-together before our big day. We'll meet at a nice winery, around 10 min from our wedding venue, for a little aperitivo & pizza.
Sunday, June 2, 2024
Aperitivo
2:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Kick off the wedding celebrations with some Italian aperitivo.
Ceremony & Party
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Let's get married & celebrate!
Cake Cutting
6:00 PM to 6:30 PM
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Redona Tour & Wine Tasting
6:30 PM to 7:30 PM
As Villa Redona is a winery, you will get to experience a tasting of their wines while touring their wine cellars and hearing about their history.
Dinner
7:30 PM to 9:00 PM
Let's enjoy this beautiful venue and some delicious food!
Please note, that you can request a vegetarian option as well as a second round ;)
First Dance & Party
9:30 PM
Travel
Getting In
Unfortunately Ryanair is currently not flying between Tel Aviv and Bergamo. Therefore you'll mostly like have to start your trip in the city of Milan. It is only an hour drive away and a train is available between Milan and Bergamo as well. As many of our guests are arriving via Milan, let us know in case you would like us to connect you with somebody.
Guests from Austria might also consider driving by car to Bergamo, however there are also very cheap flights available from Vienna.
Summer is the high season in Bergamo.
Please make your arrangements as soon as possible for the best rates and availability.
Hotel Executive
This hotel has a limited number of 20 rooms BLOCKED FOR OUR GUESTS. In case you would like to book one of them please reach out to them by email (info@executive-hotel.it) and mention the reference “Cohen – Kraeutner”.
Please note that this is a rather basic hotel, however very close to our venue. The drive from the hotel to the wedding venue is approx 10 min by car.
The following conditions apply:
Our rates for the rooms are (rate per night – breakfast included):
Double room single use € 85,00
Double room or 2 single beds € 105,00
Triple room or 3 single beds (only 4 rooms available) € 125,00
The rate also includes free parking and wi-fi.
No city tax requested.
For the confirmation, a credit card number (with valid expiry date) is required, the cancellation is free within 3 days before arrival date, if the cancellation arrives after this deadline, the amount of the first night will be charged.
The rooms are blocked for the nights of June 1st & 2nd, however your stay can be extended of course.
Further hotel options
There are quiet a few reasonable prices B&Bs in close distance to the venue: (2-20 min by car)
- Millaenya Inn
- La Patirana Guesthouse
- Fontanile Relais - Valcalepio Lounge
If you decide to take a nicer hotel in the city of Bergamo, here are a few options for your convenience: (25-35 min by car)
- Best Western Hotel Piemontese
- Palazzo Santo Spirito
- Mercure Bergamo Centro Palazzo Dolci
Area sosta Camper – Città dei Mille, Via F. Corridoni, Bergamo, Italien
It's 18€ per night and about a 30 min caravan drive to the venue (18km).
Please be aware that driving to & parking at the venue during the wedding is possible, but the path is rather tight.
(My dad drove up there without a problem, for your reference ;) )
Attention: Special Autobahn Fee
Be aware that there is a special Autobahn fee on some of the routes around Bergamo! This fee needs to be paid proactively by you, otherwise you will receive a penalty. Make sure to document the routes you drove on and check afterwards on this website whether one or more of your routes fell into this regulation and pay. It's a new and very weird system - most non-Italians end up paying a high penalty due to accumulating reminder fees that are added!
Uber & Taxis
Uber operates in Italy, so it's a convenient way for you to book your taxi.
Note though, that there are not too many taxis so we recommend arranging / booking taxis with your hotels beforehand. Compared to other prices taxis are rather expensive, so you might want to consider renting a car.
Things to do in Bergamo
Città Alta Restaurants: Explore the upper town's (Città Alta) narrow streets and try local dishes at quaint restaurants like "Da Mimmo" or "La Colombina."
Polenta e Osei: Don't miss trying Bergamo's signature dessert, Polenta e Osei, a delicious cake resembling polenta with marzipan birds.
Free Walking tour:
Piazza Vecchia: This central square is the heart of Città Alta, surrounded by historic buildings and cafes, offering a perfect spot to relax.
Funiculars: Take the funiculars to connect the upper town with the lower town. The ride itself offers picturesque views.
Accademia Carrara: If you're an art enthusiast, this gallery showcases a notable collection of Italian Renaissance and Baroque paintings.
Local Markets: Explore the local markets like Mercato Civico delle Scarpe for fresh produce, cheeses, and more.
Wine Tasting: Bergamo is surrounded by vineyards. Consider a wine tasting experience in nearby Franciacorta or Valcalepio.
Q & A
For all our friends and family who have lots of questions, please check out our Q & A first!
What will the weather be like?
June is a wonderful time to celebrate in Bergamo! Generally, you can expect warm and pleasant weather during this period. Average temperatures typically range from 18°C to 25°C (64°F to 77°F). It's advisable to pack some light and comfortable attire, but also consider bringing a shawl or jacket for cooler evenings. While rain is less frequent in June, it's always a good idea to keep an eye on the forecast closer to the date. Get ready for a beautiful, temperate backdrop for our special day!
What should I wear?
This is for our beloved ones from Israel :P Consider that this is a European wedding - this means no jeans, tshirts or short pants - men are supposed to wear a nice suit, ladies ... we don't need to tell you, we are sure you come appropriately dressed anyways.
Are there any colors that guests should avoid wearing?
In Europe you don't wear white, and women additionally also don't wear black at weddings.
Is the wedding indoors or outdoors?
We plan to celebrate our wedding outdoors, for cold weather or rain there is room inside available as well.
What kind of shoes should/shouldn't I wear?
Calling all ladies! Do not wear stiletto heels. A lot of the area is covered in gravel stones - we don't want you to ruin your best pair of shoes.
Where should I park?
There is parking available at the venue.
Is it okay to take pictures with our phones and cameras during the wedding?
Yes! We would love for you to take photos and share them on our Google Drive.
HOWEVER, please refrain from taking photos during the ceremony.
What if I have a dietary restriction?
Please let us know in the RSVP
Will I have to pay for parking?
There is free parking at the venue
How can I help the couple have the best time during their wedding day?
We'll have the best time if you have the best time <3
Whom should I call with questions?
Let us know in case you have any questions before the wedding. During our day please reach out to the bridesmaids - you can identify them easily as they are all wearing a beautiful dark red dress.
Wedding Party
Marianne
Mother of the Bride
Christian
Father of the Bride
Hana
Mother of the Groom
Philip
Father of the Groom
Lalo
Ceremony Officiant
Tina
Bridesmaid & Ceremony Officiant
Nini
Maid of Honor
Matan
Groomsman
Yoni
Groomsman
Dani
Bridesmaid
Lily
Bridesmaid
Valder
Groomsman
Yadin
Groomsman
Petra
Bridesmaid
Sabi
Bridesmaid
Steffie
Bridesmaid
Wedding present
Your presence at our wedding is the greatest gift of all, but if you'd like to give a gift, we would be grateful for a contribution towards our honeymoon.