A German bride traditionally carries a hand-tied floral bouquet, given to her by her partner at the wedding ceremony. After the ceremony, like it many countries, the unmarried women gather behind the bride, who throws the bouquet over her back.

What are the marriage customs in Germany?

Which rituals belong to a German wedding? Traditionally, the father walks the bride down the aisle to the altar. Popular customs during the festivities include the happy couple opening up the dance floor by taking the first dance, cutting the wedding cake at midnight and the bride throwing the wedding bouquet.

How much does a wedding cost in Germany?

In Germany a regular wedding costs between 10,000 and 20,000 euros, wedding couples spend averagely 13,000 euros on their wedding, calculated for 60 guests. In comparison, a similar-sized wedding in the United States costs 30-35,000 euro.

How long does a German wedding last?

A traditional wedding day in Germany could actually last three days. First, German couples who are getting married must have a civil ceremony at the city center, which only family and close friends attend. After that a religious procedure is available.

Can you wear black to a wedding in Germany?

Bridal wear: The dress Historically, German brides would wear black dresses with while veils. Less women choose to wear a veil nowadays than in the past, but it is still popular, especially in church weddings. Most importantly of all: it is absolutely forbidden for the groom to see the bride before the ceremony!

Can you wear black to a German wedding?

Bridal wear: The dress Historically, German brides would wear black dresses with while veils. Most importantly of all: it is absolutely forbidden for the groom to see the bride before the ceremony!

Why do Germans wear wedding band on right?

In Germany and the Netherlands, couples start by wearing their engagement rings on the left hand, and then when they are married, they move the wedding rings to the right hand to signify their change in social status.