Where do you work and how flexible are you with locations?

Our base is in Eastern Switzerland – in St. Gallen, but we enjoy traveling for weddings all over Switzerland. We spend a lot of time hiking and photographing landscapes, so we know the Swiss Alps inside and out. We truly love photography – and if you share our passion for real moments, golden sunsets, and adventures in the mountains, then no distance is too far. Reach out to us if you’d like us to travel to your destination.

Do you also do classic wedding photography?

Yes, absolutely. While we’re known as your elopement photographer Switzerland, we also capture classic Swiss weddings. Many couples choose to mix both: an intimate elopement session in the Swiss Alps combined with their traditional wedding celebration. We love this combination – it gives you the best of both worlds, and we’re happy to create a photography experience that blends them seamlessly into your story.

Where are the most beautiful places in Switzerland for your Elopement?

Zermatt & the Matterhorn A Switzerland Elopement with the Matterhorn in the background is iconic. At Riffelsee, the peak is reflected in the morning light – a place so still and magical that you feel as if time stands still for a moment Lauterbrunnen & Jungfrau Region Region Waterfalls, green valleys, small villages like Wengen or Mürren. Everything here seems straight out of a fairy tale. Vows with a view of the Staubbach Falls or a hike high above the valley – pure Switzerland. Appenzellerland & Alpstein Our home. Here, the mountains are less known but full of character. Places like Seealpsee or Berggasthaus Äscher combine tradition with wild beauty. Perfect for anyone looking for an intimate elopement in Eastern Switzerland. Engadin & St. Moritz In autumn, the larches turn golden and reflect in turquoise mountain lakes. The vastness of Engadin conveys a sense of freedom that can only be found here. Perfect to elope in Switzerland. Oeschinensee & Kandersteg One of Switzerland’s most beautiful mountain lakes – turquoise blue, framed by steep rock faces. Up here, every ceremony feels like a small adventure. Bernese Oberland From Interlaken to Grindelwald – mountains, glaciers, alpine pastures. Here you’ll find countless hidden spots for couples seeking both impressive backdrops and quiet moments. Lucerne & Pilatus A combination of lake, city, and mountains. Ideal if you want a Switzerland elopement that combines nature and culture – perhaps with a boat trip in the evening.

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Elopement & Wedding Photographer Switzerland

We plan your Swiss Alps wedding.

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OUR STORY ELOPEMENTS WEDDINGS PORTRAITS & STUDIO BLOG

Mountains and nature are our glam.

From intimate mountain elopements in Switzerland to luxury wedding venues in Zurich — we’re Alina & Chris, elopement and wedding photographers based in Switzerland.

We create cinematic, adventurous wedding stories for couples who want something real — more than just beautiful photos.

Nature, Mountains & Switzerland — Your story starts here!

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Maternity Photoshoot in Switzerland.
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YOUR SWISS ALPS ELOPEMENT,
IN TIMELESS PHOTOS.

What our Couples say?

+ Thank you so much!

WOOOW!
We just quickly looked through our pictures while we were waiting at the airport. Sooooo beautiful!!!

Really. We are sooooo happy we chose you 🥰🥰🥰 Thank you very very very much for capturing our day so beautifully with so much love, skill, and attention to detail 🫶🏼
S & M
“JUST AMAZING!”
Thank you so much for the lovely box and the wonderful photos 🥰😍 We’re so happy and love looking back on that day! Thank you for capturing all those beautiful moments 😍 You two are just great! 👍🏼
D & S

IS THIS THE WEDDING THAT FITS YOU?

Swiss Alps Wedding – We’re your big memories!

If the idea of a big wedding feels more stressful than exciting, you’re not alone. Guest lists, seating charts, timelines — and all the expectations that come with them.

But it doesn’t have to be that way. Maybe a mountain wedding in Switzerland is exactly what you’re looking for: no rigid schedule, no pressure — just the Alps and a day that feels calm, intentional, and truly yours.

That’s an Elopement.As wedding photographers from Switzerland, we know hidden places in the Alps that are perfect for your Elopement in Switzerland. Tell us what you’re dreaming of — we’ll guide you.

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STEP INSIDE OUR STUDIO IN ST. GALLEN.

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Hauptstrasse 55
9434 Au SG
Switzerland (St. Gallen)

Our studio in St. Gallen has 5-meter ceilings and three large window fronts with milky panes that soften the sunlight and give the space a calm, cinematic feel.
Studio rental available.

Free on-site parking, and Au/SG train station is a 5-minute walk away..

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YOU DON’T HAVE TO HAVE A BIG WEDDING TO HAVE BIG MEMORIES.

Our story began in the Alpstein — on long hikes.

For us, it’s not about the camera or technical perfection — it’s about feeling. As your local professional photographers, we take the time to understand what you want and bring it to life.

We won’t move you from one posed shot to the next. The strongest images happen in the moment — when you forget the camera, laugh together, talk, and simply are.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

01.

We’ve found that choosing the right wedding photographer is a matter of the heart. Don’t just focus on individual pictures, but look at the photographer’s entire concept. Is it coherent and does it suit you? Is it what you’re looking for? Trust your gut feeling – it’s usually right.

With us, a free initial consultation is mandatory. This way, you’ll quickly notice if the chemistry is right, and you take no risk. It is extremely important to us that we are a good fit for our clients, and that our clients are a good fit for us. We want you to feel completely comfortable and like you can trust us as your photographers. For your wedding day, you deserve nothing left.

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02.

Finding the right Switzerland wedding venue starts with knowing what truly matters to you as a couple. Switzerland offers an incredible variety of locations – from mountain lodges and alpine lakes to elegant hotels and historic estates. First, decide on the atmosphere you’re looking for: intimate and remote, or comfortable and luxurious.

Consider the season, guest count, accessibility, and whether you want an outdoor ceremony with a view of the Alps. Many Switzerland wedding venues offer full-service packages, while others allow more freedom for a personal, individual celebration. Visiting the location, talking to local vendors, and choosing a venue that reflects your story will help you find a place that feels right – not just beautiful, but meaningful.

03.

We love the Swiss Alps – hiking their trails, capturing landscapes, and documenting the traditions around Appenzell. While we also enjoy working in our photo studio in St. Gallen, our hearts are most alive outdoors.

All of this flows into our elopement photography: the cinematic beauty of the mountains, the expressiveness of portraits, and the tender details that tell a love story. As your elopement photographer Switzerland, we want to be outside, feel the energy of the Alps, and translate that spirit into timeless images.

04.

When planning a Swiss Alps wedding, location and timing play a huge role in how your day unfolds. Weather in the mountains can change quickly, light conditions vary throughout the day, and some locations require permits or have limited access.

As a photographer, I always recommend choosing places that not only look beautiful but also allow enough time and flexibility to move, breathe, and truly enjoy the moment. Working with someone who knows the Alps helps with scouting the best viewpoints, planning around the light, and adapting quickly if conditions change.

A Swiss Alps wedding is at its best when the day feels unhurried, natural, and focused on your connection — not on a tight schedule.

05.

The most important things to know about planning an elopement in Switzerland are flexibility, preparation, and familiarity with the area.

Weather in the Alps can change quickly, so it’s essential to have a backup plan for your ceremony location and photos. Seasons also play a big role: summer offers green meadows and accessible trails, while winter creates magical snowy backdrops – but can limit access to certain areas.

Legal requirements are another important point. Most couples choose to handle the official paperwork in their home country and celebrate their symbolic ceremony here in the mountains. That way, you’re free to focus on the experience without stress.

As your local elopement photographer Switzerland, we guide you with location ideas, timing, and logistics – so you can simply enjoy the adventure.

06.

Zermatt & the Matterhorn
A Switzerland Elopement with the Matterhorn in the background is iconic. At Riffelsee, the peak is reflected in the morning light – a place so still and magical that you feel as if time stands still for a moment

Zermatt Tourism

Lauterbrunnen & Jungfrau Region
Region Waterfalls, green valleys, small villages like Wengen or Mürren. Everything here seems straight out of a fairy tale. Vows with a view of the Staubbach Falls or a hike high above the valley – pure Switzerland.

Lauterbrunnen Tourism

Appenzellerland & Alpstein
Our home. Here, the mountains are less known but full of character. Places like Seealpsee or Berggasthaus Äscher combine tradition with wild beauty. Perfect for anyone looking for an intimate elopement in Eastern Switzerland.

Appenzell Tourism

Engadin & St. Moritz
In autumn, the larches turn golden and reflect in turquoise mountain lakes. The vastness of Engadin conveys a sense of freedom that can only be found here. Perfect to elope in Switzerland.

Engadin

Oeschinensee & Kandersteg
One of Switzerland’s most beautiful mountain lakes – turquoise blue, framed by steep rock faces. Up here, every ceremony feels like a small adventure.

Oeschinensee

Bernese Oberland
From Interlaken to Grindelwald – mountains, glaciers, alpine pastures. Here you’ll find countless hidden spots for couples seeking both impressive backdrops and quiet moments.

Grindelwald

Lucerne & Pilatus
A combination of lake, city, and mountains. Ideal if you want a Switzerland elopement that combines nature and culture – perhaps with a boat trip in the evening.

Pilatus

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