Castello diPetrata
Castello di Petrata stands apart in Umbria for offering genuine castle accommodations within the venue itself—60 guests can sleep in the property's 22 rooms, while another 40 can stay in on-site glamping tents, eliminating the need to shuttle guests between separate hotels.
- Guests
- 20–300
- Nearest airport
- PEG · 25 minutes
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
Castello di Petrata is a castle destination wedding venue in Assisi, Italy, hosting 20 to 300 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi (PEG), 25 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Castello di Petrata in Assisi, open June–September.
Castello di Petrata stands apart in Umbria for offering genuine castle accommodations within the venue itself—60 guests can sleep in the property's 22 rooms, while another 40 can stay in on-site glamping tents, eliminating the need to shuttle guests between separate hotels.
This 14th-century fortress in Assisi commands views across the Umbrian landscape and operates as a fully-catered, self-contained wedding destination where ceremonies and receptions unfold across castle halls, manicured grounds, and covered indoor spaces.
With a 4.7-star rating from 681 guests and proximity to three major airports, Castello di Petrata functions as both venue and resort.
4 notes on the house.
Sleep 70 guests on property: 22 castle rooms (60 guests) plus 20 glamping tents (40 guests) within the estate
Capacity from 20 to 300 outdoor guests, up to 250 indoors—adaptable to any wedding scale
Fully-catered by the venue; all other suppliers (florists, musicians, photographers) welcome
Three-night weekend packages from €50,505 (May–October) include rooms, breakfast, spa, heated pool, jacuzzi, and tennis
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Castello di Petrata.
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How the weekend usually runs.
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- 2:00 PMGuest arrival; check-in to castle rooms or glamping tents; welcome aperitivo in the courtyard
- 7:30 PMRehearsal dinner in the castle dining hall
- 10:00 AMCivil ceremony at Assisi Municipality (15 mins away); guests return to castle for brunch
- 4:00 PMPhotography in castle gardens and grounds
- 6:30 PMReception and dinner in castle halls or on terrace
- 10:00 AMContinental breakfast and farewell brunch; checkout by 4:00 PM
Things worth knowing.
PEG · 25 minutes
Guests fly into Perugia San Francesco d'Assisi.
€40,000
Peak season (14 May–17 October): 2-night weekend €40,000; 3-night weekend €65,000. Off-season (rest of year): 2-night weekend €27,500; 3-night weekend €41,300. Prices include rooms, breakfast, spa, pool, jacuzzi, tennis. Wedding menu starts at €180 pp. Glamping April–October only.
Held in Assisi Municipality
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€180 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€1,364 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources — not a quote from the house. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
Can we have our ceremony at the castle itself?+
Civil ceremonies must be held in the halls of the Municipality of Assisi, located nearby. However, religious services can take place in churches throughout Assisi, just 15 minutes away. Receptions, blessings, and celebrations all occur within the castle's indoor and outdoor spaces.
What's included in the accommodation packages?+
Weekend packages (Friday–Sunday) include 22 castle rooms for up to 60 guests, continental breakfast, access to the spa and heated swimming pool, panoramic outdoor jacuzzi, tennis court, and exclusive use of all indoor and outdoor venue areas for your entire stay. Glamping tents (April–October) cost €160 for 2 guests for 2 nights or €240 for 3 nights.
Do we have to use the castle's catering?+
Yes, Castello di Petrata is fully-catered. Wedding menus start at €180 per person in high season (based on 75 guests). All other vendors—florists, musicians, videographers—are welcome and arranged independently.
What if it rains on our wedding day?+
Both ceremonies and dinners can move indoors into the castle's halls, which accommodate up to 250 guests. The venue also features a panoramic outdoor jacuzzi and covered areas, ensuring weather never disrupts celebrations.
How far are the airports?+
Assisi Train Station is 15 minutes away. Perugia's San Francesco d'Assisi Airport is 25 minutes; Rome Fiumicino is 2 hours; Florence and Pisa are 2–3 hours respectively. Most guests arrive via train or car from central Italy.
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