Traditions

When the bride and groom leave the church, the guests throw small change to wish fortune upon them. The couple has to pick up the coins. Of course children are welcome to help.

Please don’t throw rice, confetti, or similar items for the sake of the environment and the birds.

After leaving the church, the guests hand the couple flower bouquets. These are meant to decorate the venue or the newlyweds’ home.

We have decided not to carry out this tradition because the flowers would wilt before we came back from our honeymoon to enjoy them.

In both cultures, the guests usually drive in a convoy from the church to the venue. In Germany, it is common to honk when passing through villages or smaller towns.

Ribbons are given for the cars in the convoy. The wedding guests tie them to the side mirrors or antennas. This shows that the cars belong together and serves as a small keepsake from the wedding.

Yes, you read that right!

Often, the bride is “kidnapped” during the celebration. The groom must search for her and usually finds her in a tavern in a neighboring village, where he must “redeem” her by doing something for the “kidnappers” (like giving drinks).

We have decided not to carry out this tradition. We’d rather spend this time with you!

Whenever the Polish guests want to see the couple kiss, they shout “gorzko” (“bitter”). To make the celebration sweeter, the couple must kiss immediately.

The parents of the couple give a short speech. The maids of honor can also speak if they wish.

If anyone else would like to say a few words, please coordinate with our maids of honor in advance.

In Germany, the bride throws her bouquet into a waiting crowd of unmarried women. The woman who catches it is said to get married next. In Poland, the veil is thrown, while the groom throws his tie or bowtie to the unmarried men.

Let’s see what we’ll be throwing!