23 Apr Seckau Abbey Wedding Photography | Styria, Austria | Franziska + Alexander

The beautiful wedding of Alex and Franziska was a two-day celebration in Styria, Austria, set against the vibrant surroundings of the Red Bull Ring at Spielberg. It was a perfect blend of two cultures: Franziska hails from Austria with Austrian and Hungarian roots, while Alexander is from Munich, Germany.
On Friday, a lunch and dinner for family members were held at Schloss Gabelhofen, a venue that perfectly combines the historic charm of a moated castle with the warmth of a modern hotel.
Saturday began with capturing the bride’s preparations at Hotel Hofwirt in Seckau. This elegant Baroque building, nestled next to the Seckau Abbey in the Seckau Alps, offered the perfect backdrop. Franziska and her bridesmaids enjoyed a relaxed time together, even popping open a bottle of champagne to mark the occasion.
The wedding ceremony took place in the grand Basilica of Seckau, the abbey church of the Benedictine Abbey of Seckau, and was attended by 350 guests. The event was nothing short of magnificent, with guests dressed in elegant attire. After the ceremony, I captured group photos with the family in front of the abbey before whisking the newlyweds away to a nearby green field. Surrounded by the majestic Alps, we took a few portraits of the couple before heading back to Hotel Hofwirt for the reception.
The evening festivities were held at Schloss Hautzenbichl in Kobenz. As the castle proved to be a bit small for such a large celebration, dinner tables were set up in a tent adjacent to the castle. Alex and Franziska’s love for Kenya, where they first met, inspired the Africa-themed décor. The tables were adorned with striking Paradise Birdflowers (Strelitzia), creating a breathtaking visual. After heartfelt speeches from friends and family, the guests moved to the dancefloor. The famous Partyssimo band from Hungary kicked off the dancing, and later a DJ kept the party going.