Wedding at a historic masía: a Catalan estate with history
A masía is a traditional Catalan country house, often more than 300 years old. A format for those seeking authenticity, stone walls, vineyards and complete privacy rather than city noise. It is not just a "venue" but a historic place with its own architecture and character.
A wedding at a masía is ideal for couples who want privacy and are ready to organise transfers for their guests in order to spend the day surrounded by Mediterranean nature.
Venues and prices
Most masías are located in the province of Barcelona (within 30–60 minutes of the city). The budget for a wedding at a masía starts from €30,000 (including rental, catering and basic organisation). However, there are historic estates where rental with overnight accommodation starts from €3,000 (for example, Masia Font de la Reina, which includes 2 nights for 25 guests).
It is important to understand: masías often have mandatory catering (catering propio). This means you cannot bring your own chef — and this directly affects the final estimate. In addition, guests will need transfers from hotels, as the estates are located outside the city.
Popular masías for a wedding
Can Cortada. A historic building with stone walls, founded in the 11th century. Combines the atmosphere of a medieval estate with refined Catalan cuisine. Located within Barcelona (Horta-Guinardó district).
Masia Rosàs. Operating since 1987, it has hosted more than 1,400 events. Recently fully renovated: historic charm combines with modern comfort. Located in Sant Cugat del Vallès (about 10 minutes from Barcelona).
Masia Font de la Reina. A 15th-century Catalan estate surrounded by mountains and gardens. Offers complete privacy (exclusive closure of the venue) and on-site accommodation. Capacity: up to 300 guests, with overnight stay — up to 25 people. Cost: from €3,000 (including 2 nights' accommodation for 25 guests).
Masia Victoria. A spacious Spanish villa with a relaxed rustic-thatch atmosphere. Suitable for intimate or micro-weddings. Capacity: on-site accommodation for up to 28+ guests, wedding for up to 70 guests. Located in Sitges (near Barcelona and the sea).
What the organisation includes
We include rental of the estate for the day, a banquet from an accredited caterer (Spanish and Catalan cuisine), lighting, sound, basic decor and coordination of transfers for guests. We also take care of agreeing all the venue's restrictions: until what time music is allowed, how setup and dismantling are carried out, and whether there are noise restrictions.
How the wedding unfolds
An outdoor ceremony on the lawn or in the inner courtyard of the masía (symbolic, since official registration for foreigners in Spain is difficult — residency is required for at least one of the parties). Then a long dinner in the open air and a party until morning.
Seasonality: The high wedding season in Catalonia runs from May to June and from September to October. In July and August it can be too hot for daytime outdoor celebrations, so many couples choose evening ceremonies.
Get a preliminary budget breakdown
Write to us with the approximate number of guests, the planned budget and whether overnight accommodation on the estate is needed for the couple or guests. We will help narrow down the list of masías to suit your parameters and prepare a preliminary breakdown of your wedding budget.