About Jardines Marimurtra
Jardines Marimurtra, one of Europe’s most important botanical gardens, sits on the cliffs above Blanes on the Costa Brava. Founded in 1924, it spans thousands of plant species across dramatic terraces that descend toward the Mediterranean Sea.
The venue is designed for ceremonies only. In just a few hours, it delivers a setting of rare natural beauty — a symbolic ceremony above the sea, followed by a transition to a nearby reception venue. For international couples, this two-location format becomes part of the experience rather than a compromise.
Jardines Marimurtra is a botanical garden wedding venue in Blanes, Costa Brava, best for symbolic ceremonies of up to 100 guests. It is ideal for couples who want a sea-view ceremony combined with a separate reception venue nearby.
A One-of-a-Kind Ceremony Setting
Unlike conventional wedding gardens, Marimurtra is a living scientific institution — paths wind through rare Mediterranean, tropical, and subtropical species, with the open sea visible from almost every vantage point. The clifftop pavilion and terrace areas offer unobstructed views of the Costa Brava coastline, creating a ceremony backdrop that no purpose-built venue can replicate.
Ideal for Intimate and Mid-Size Ceremonies
Marimurtra is best suited to ceremonies of 30–100 guests — groups that can fully appreciate the garden's intimacy and atmosphere. For the wedding reception, Casamiga typically combines Marimurtra with a nearby Costa Brava venue, designing a seamless two-location wedding day.
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Venue Details, Pricing & Key Conditions
Ceremony capacity/ | Up to 100 guests |
Reception/dinner | Available upon request |
Venue hire (ceremony only) | From €5,800 + €1,000 deposit |
Venue hire (ceremony + banquet zone) | Full banquet options available upon request for large celebrations |
Catering | Exclusive on-site — external caterers NOT permitted |
Technical suppliers | Exclusive on-site — external AV/tech NOT permitted |
Exclusive hire | Yes — one event per day |
Legal civil ceremony | Spanish residents only |
Symbolic ceremony | Yes — recommended for international couples |
Parking | Public parking only |
Ceremony duration | 3 hours included |
Plan B (rain) | Tent available at extra cost |
Blanes City Center | ~1.5 km (approx. 5-min drive) — Immediate access to hotels and reception venues. |
Nearby Hub (Lloret de Mar) | ~5.5 km (approx. 10–12 min drive) |
Girona airport (GRO) | ~35 km (approx. 35-min drive) — Recommended for UK & EU guests. |
Girona City Center | ~40 km (approx. 45-min drive) |
Barcelona (North Exit) | ~55 km (approx. 45-min drive) via C-32. |
Barcelona Airport (BCN) | ~85 km (approx. 70-min drive) — Direct motorway connection. |
Min. booking | 12 months |
Best season | May – October |
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How Casamiga Plans Your Wedding at Jardines Marimurtra
Marimurtra is an active botanical institution — not a conventional event venue. Organising a ceremony here requires working with the Carl Faust Foundation, understanding the garden's operational constraints, and designing a wedding day that works beautifully across two locations. We handle all of this.
Step 1 — Foundation Coordination & Event Authorisation
We manage all communication and event authorisation with the Marimurtra Foundation — confirming the specific garden areas available for your ceremony, access windows, vendor permissions, and any operational requirements that apply on your chosen date.
Step 2 — Two-Location Wedding Design
Most Marimurtra weddings combine a ceremony in the gardens with a reception at a partner Costa Brava venue. We design the complete two-location day — ceremony timing, private transport between venues, and a reception programme that continues the natural beauty of the garden setting. The transition between locations becomes part of the experience, not a disruption.
Step 3 — Ceremony Execution in the Gardens
On the day, our team manages all logistics within the garden — floral installation, seating, sound setup within permitted limits, guest guidance through the terraces, and ceremony coordination. Marimurtra's paths and levels require specific setup knowledge; we bring that to every wedding here.
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Frequently asked questions about the Jardines Marimurtra
Can you have a full wedding at Jardines Marimurtra — ceremony and dinner?
Marimurtra's standard hire covers the ceremony only (3 hours). A separate banquet zone can be added for €11,000. Most international couples choose the ceremony-only option and combine it with a dinner reception at a nearby Costa Brava venue — a seamless two-location day that Casamiga designs and manages in full.
How many guests can attend a ceremony at Jardines Marimurtra?
Up to 100 guests. The iconic pavilion above the sea and the scenic garden staircase work beautifully at any size within this capacity, from intimate celebrations of 20 to full groups of 100.
Can we bring our own caterer or technical team?
No. Jardines Marimurtra requires its own exclusive catering and technical teams. External caterers and AV suppliers are not permitted on-site. Casamiga works with Marimurtra's exclusive teams and manages all coordination on your behalf.
Can international couples have a legal civil ceremony at Marimurtra?
Legal civil ceremonies at Jardines Marimurtra are currently available only for Spanish residents. For international couples, a symbolic ceremony in the gardens is recommended — fully personalised vows, complete celebration — with legal marriage handled separately. Casamiga guides you through both options.
What happens if it rains?
Jardines Marimurtra may close in severe storm conditions. A tent option is available at an additional cost. Casamiga always prepares a full weather protocol, including real-time monitoring and a pre-agreed backup plan, for every outdoor wedding in Spain.