Discover the most beautiful churches in the region!
Are you getting married soon and looking for the IDEAL church for your religious ceremony? We have identified the most beautiful churches in the region just for you. Discover here a small inventory of 3 Catholic and 6 Protestant churches.
How much does it cost to rent a church? Prices vary between about CHF 300 and CHF 500, depending on the church.
CATHOLIC CHURCHES
Saint-Robert, Coppet
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Capacity? About 200 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 46 km, about 40 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? First of all, its pink colour delights us: it feels like entering a princess church! Then, the interior is very pleasant, since it is bright and not too crowded in terms of decoration. Finally, the church is located on the shore of the lake and that’s incredible!
Mixed, Protestant and Catholic weddings are allowed.
Contact: Gabriella Kremszner, 022 776 16 08,
Parish of Rolle
Capacity? About 120 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 22 km, about 25 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? A modern church on the lakeside, with white walls that bring light inside the church. In addition, beautiful stained glass windows embellish the windows.
Contact: Hélène Macquart, 021 825 15 68,
Parish of Cully
Capacity? About 120 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 32 km, about 30 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? The architecture of this church is contemporary, which distinguishes it from the other churches presented in this article. Moreover, it is located not far from Lake Geneva.
PROTESTANT CHURCHES
Temple of Vullierens
Capacity? About 200 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 650 m, about 15 minutes walk.
What’s our favorite part? A magnificent walkway, the view of the lake from its forecourt but above all the possibility of coming to Portes des Iris in a pedestrian procession through the gardens after the ceremony. The opportunity to take magnificent photos!
Mixed, Protestant and Catholic weddings are allowed.
Contact: Christiane Rochat, , 021 869 93 21, Website
Abbey church of Romainmôtier
Capacity? More than 250 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 19 km, about 30 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? The ceiling is so high and the paved courtyard outside is large and ideal for a magnificent outing for the bride and groom. The church is in the heart of a medieval city. It is one of the oldest and most remarkable buildings in Switzerland.
Mixed, Protestant and Catholic weddings are allowed.
Contact: Nicolas Charrière, 021 331 58 33,
Romain Church of Saint Sulpice
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Capacity? Up to 120 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 13 km, about 20 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? The exterior architecture of this 12th century building is very beautiful. It is one of the last Romain churches in French-speaking part of Switzerland. Moreover, it is located directly on the shores of Lake Geneva.
Mixed marriages are allowed.
Contact: Patrice Haesslein, Pastor. 021 331 56 59, .
Saint-Vincent Church, Montreux
Capacity? About 230 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 45 km, about 40 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? The view of the Riviera and Lake Geneva is breathtaking. The interior of the church is very bright and the mix of white walls and grey stone beams is very charming.
Contact: Véronique Currat, 021 963 29 02,
Saint Martin’s Temple, Vevey
Capacity? About 230 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 42 km, about 40 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? The courtyard of the church is very large and offers a splendid view of both the town of Vevey and the lake.
Contact: Christian Pittet (Pastor), 021 331 58 37 or
Temple or Morges
Capacity? Over 250 people.
How far to Portes des Iris? 10 km, about 15 minutes.
What’s our favorite part? The church in Morges is modern with its white walls, has a very high ceiling and a very large space in the front part. This church is ideal for weddings with many guests.
Contact: Parish Secretariat, 021 801 15 02. You will find a reservation form for the temple on the link below.