AN EXCLUSIVE WEDDING AT THE ALTENBROEK ESTATE, JUST ACROSS THE BELGIAN BORDER NEAR MAASTRICHT. FOR STEPH AND SEBAS, THIS HISTORIC ESTATE PROVIDED THE SETTING FOR A THREE-DAY WEDDING WEEKEND, TOGETHER WITH THEIR CHILDREN, FAMILY AND FRIENDS.
AN OUTDOOR WEDDING WITH ROMANTIC FLORAL DECOR, LIVE MUSIC, AN ABUNDANCE OF CULINARY SURPRISES AND A CELEBRATION THAT BEGAN AS SOON AS DINNER WAS SERVED. IN THE HEART OF THE GREEN VOERSTREEK REGION, THEY CELEBRATED THEIR LOVE IN A WAY THAT SUITED THEM PERFECTLY.
AS A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER, I HAD THE PLEASURE OF CAPTURING THEIR ENTIRE WEDDING WEEKEND IN BELGIUM. THIS WEDDING PHOTO ESSAY, TAKEN AT THE ALTENBROEK ESTATE, FOCUSES ON THE WEDDING DAY ITSELF. A day full of personal moments, elegant details and a wonderful atmosphere.
ALTENBROEK ESTATE: A HISTORIC WEDDING VENUE NEAR MAASTRICHT
Tucked away amongst the rolling hills of the Belgian Voer region lies the Altenbroek Estate. A historic castle farmstead whose history dates back to the fourteenth century.
With its distinctive white country house, charming courtyard and leafy surroundings, it is a unique wedding venue close to Maastricht. The combination of historic architecture and nature makes the estate not only a romantic spot for a wedding in Belgium, but also a stunning backdrop for artistic wedding photography.
Steph and Sebas had hired the estate exclusively for their three-day wedding. Wedding planners Velor took care of the organisation and set up a large, beautifully decorated marquee on the grounds for the extensive evening programme.
Their personal story was also reflected in their personal styling. The specially designed monogram featured in various details, even on the façade of the estate.
ROMANTIC OUTDOOR CEREMONY AT THE ALTENBROEK ESTATE
A week earlier, Steph and Sebas had already officially tied the knot in their beloved Amsterdam, during an intimate ceremony on the water. That special day was also captured on camera.
At the Altenbroek Estate, the focus was then on celebrating their love with family and friends.
The ceremony took place on the lawn by the water, with a view of the country house and an impressive floral backdrop in white and soft pink. Live singing and a personalised ceremony speaker ensured an atmospheric, personal ceremony under the warm September sun.
Afterwards, the guests gathered in the courtyard for a lavish drinks reception, catered for by Brasserie Van Dam in Amsterdam, which Sebas co-owns with his sister. From fresh oysters and caviar to sophisticated canapés and petit fours. Gastronomy took centre stage at this wedding in Belgium.
GOLDEN HOUR, DINNER & WEDDING RECEPTION
Before dinner began, there was still time for a quick photo shoot during golden hour. The warm evening light over the Altenbroek Estate provided a stunning backdrop for Steph and Sebas’s romantic, cinematic wedding photos.
The party then moved to the beautifully decorated marquee. The dinner consisted of a variety of culinary courses, personal speeches, live music and, above all, plenty of dancing.
For the cutting of the wedding cake, Steph swapped her long wedding dress for an elegant short dress. After the cake, the party really got into full swing, with live entertainment and a dance floor that was later moved indoors. There, the celebrations continued into the small hours with singers from the Netherlands.
“OMG, it’s just absolutely stunning! Seriously, I’m lost for words. We were so glad you could be there with us
and what a treat to have so many lovely photos! Thank you for everything!’
– Steph & Sebas
A THREE-DAY WEDDING WEEKEND IN BELGIUM
Steph and Sebas’s wedding was more than just a special wedding day. The wedding weekend began with an intimate dinner for the witnesses and immediate family and ended on the third day with a lavish lunch full of entertainment.
Angela documented the entire wedding weekend, together with her second shooter. By working with two wedding photographers, they were able to capture different moments simultaneously – from the preparations at separate venues to the guests’ spontaneous reactions during the ceremony and the reception. This creates a more complete and multifaceted story of the wedding, offering different perspectives and a keen eye for the little moments.
Do you also dream of a wedding weekend in Belgium, the Netherlands or further afield?
Discover the options for wedding photography with one or two photographers, and let’s explore together how your story can be captured in the most beautiful way.
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Editorial Credits
Photographer /@angelabloemsaat,
Location / Altenbroek Estate, Weddingplanner / Vel’Or Event Agency, Videographer / Christina Nicholas
