Elegant bride holding calla lilies and smiling over her shoulder at Winery Hans Igler.

A Modern Lemon-Inspired Celebration at an Austrian Winery

Photographed by Sandy Alonso Photography

Katharina and Dominik’s wedding at Winery Hans Igler was a lesson in how the right setting can feel just as magical as the destination you first dreamed of. While they once pictured vows under Italian olive trees, life’s circumstances shifted their plans closer to home. “The where never mattered as much as the who,” says photographer Sandy Alonso, capturing a celebration infused with the intimacy only familiarity can bring.

Close-up of bride holding white calla lilies beside groom in light blue suit at Winery Hans Igler.

The couple embraced the winery’s warm, architectural character, transforming its spaces with crisp white details, soft draping, and playful pops of citrus. Lemons became a signature motif, appearing on the stationery, the table décor, and even in the tiers of their wedding cake — a subtle nod to the Italian inspiration that first sparked their vision. The effect was fresh, modern, and joyful, perfectly suiting the summer setting.

Elegant bride holding calla lilies and smiling over her shoulder at Winery Hans Igler.
Bride and groom cutting lemon-decorated wedding cake at Winery Hans Igler.
Full-length portrait of bride and groom with flowing veil at Winery Hans Igler.

Ceremony and reception flowed seamlessly under the venue’s striking timber roof, where fairy lights wove through the beams above guests. The layout encouraged conversation and connection, making every toast, shared plate, and laugh feel close-knit. For couples exploring wedding venues in Austria, Winery Hans Igler offers that rare blend of architectural interest and relaxed, welcoming charm.

Bride laughing joyfully with groom during outdoor celebrations at Winery Hans Igler.
Ripe grapes hanging from lush vines in the vineyard at Winery Hans Igler.
Bride holding calla lilies in the garden courtyard of Winery Hans Igler.
Flatlay of wedding day details including white heels, pearl headband, Chanel perfume, and lemons at Winery Hans Igler.
Bride and groom smiling under a white parasol during their Winery Hans Igler wedding.
Close-up of bride’s hand with pearl-detailed glove and wedding ring at Winery Hans Igler.
Bride and groom standing under hanging grapevines in rustic stone ruins at Winery Hans Igler.
Bride and groom sharing a joyful moment in elegant wedding attire at Winery Hans Igler.
Bride seated in the grass surrounded by white parasols at Winery Hans Igler.

Katharina’s one-shoulder gown was paired with sheer dotted gloves and a pearl headband, an effortless balance of minimalism and romance. Dominik’s soft blue suit added a refined yet relaxed edge, complementing the palette without overpowering it. “Amore? Oh yes. Plenty of it. More than ever,” Sandy recalls, a sentiment that shines through in every frame.

Three-tier white wedding cake decorated with fresh lemons and white flowers at Winery Hans Igler.
Rustic display of wine bottles, candles, and lemons at Winery Hans Igler wedding.
Stacked oak wine barrels inside the cellar at Winery Hans Igler.
Wedding place setting with menu, name card, and limoncello favour at Winery Hans Igler.

From the personalised limoncello favours to the lemon-and-leaf centrepieces, every detail felt connected — a celebration not of a single destination, but of the couple’s story, their people, and the joy of being exactly where they were meant to be. Proof that inspiration can travel, even when you don’t.

Bride and groom cutting a tiered lemon-decorated wedding cake at Winery Hans Igler.

Wedding team

PHOTOGRAPHER: @sandyalonsophotography

HAIR & MAKEUP: @karina.magneby

VENUE: @weinguthansigler

SYMBOLIC CEREMONY: @_freigeistin_

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