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Gay "Wedding celebration" in Vienna

Since 1 January 2010, gay and lesbian couples can also have their partnership legalized in Austria. However, only in Vienna can a big wedding party also take place. Festive ceremonies are possible at top locations – from the Albertina to the Vienna Giant Ferris Wheel.

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Lesbian and gay couples can tie the knot at more than 40 locations in Vienna. As for heterosexual couples, museums (e.g. Albertina, Kunst Haus) or the imperial residences of the Hofburg and Schönbrunn are available for the "civil partnership". Those who prefer things uncomplicated can also simply have the partnership registered at a registry office.

Registration is possible for all (adult) Austrians, as well as for gays and lesbians from abroad. Evidence of a birth certificate and nationality are required for this. Important information for foreign guests: Evidence of the place of residence abroad and marital status must be provided. Also: an interpreter must be called in if the registrants have inadequate German language skills. The application for establishing a registered partnership can be made no earlier than six months prior to the required date.

Additional information (only in German):
www.partnerschaft.wien.at
Tel. +43 1 4000 05589

A hot tip: Combine your civil union with a honeymoon to the former imperial city of Vienna and enjoy the city's romantic atmosphere. Travel info