Getting married in Switzerland: how the civil wedding works
How to marry legally in Switzerland: preparatory procedure, documents, witnesses, deadlines and what couples from abroad need to know, step by step.
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Paperwork, costs, timing and traditions: what you need to know when getting married in Switzerland.
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Polterabend: the German-Swiss pre-wedding party — traditions, ideas and games
What is a Polterabend? Where the custom comes from, what to smash and what never to, who pays, and ideas and games for the party in Switzerland.
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Proposal ideas in Switzerland: where and how to pop the question
Proposal ideas for Switzerland: romantic spots from Zermatt to Lavaux, ideas for outdoors, the beach or at home, and a step-by-step planning checklist.
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Wedding anniversaries by year: names, meanings and gift ideas
From paper to diamond: wedding anniversaries by year, with the English and German-Swiss names, what each one stands for and ideas for gifts and celebrations.
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How much does a wedding cake cost in Switzerland?
CHF 6 to 15 per guest: what a wedding cake costs in Switzerland for 40 to 100 guests, the seven factors behind the price and ways to save.
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Wedding day timeline: your schedule from morning to night
Plan your wedding day timeline hour by hour: a sample schedule in seven phases, from getting ready to the last dance, with realistic timings and buffers.
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Which hand is the wedding ring worn on in Switzerland?
Left or right? Which hand the wedding ring is worn on in Switzerland, where the engagement ring goes, and how Germany, Austria and other countries do it.
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How much does a wedding cost in Switzerland?
CHF 25,000 to 45,000 for 60 to 80 guests: what a wedding in Switzerland really costs, item by item, with sample budgets and tips for saving money.
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Wedding planning checklist: your Swiss wedding in 12 months
What to do when: a 12-month wedding planning checklist for Switzerland, from budget and venue to the civil registry office and the last week before the big day.
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