THEO & LEONIE
Our Wedding
Schedule
- 14:30 Arrive and have a refreshment
- 15:00 Ceremony
- 16:00 Cocktail Hour
- 18:00 Dinner
- 21:00 First dance and open-end party begins!
Dress Code
We’ll be dressing up for our big day and we hope you do too!
Ladies: Long or cocktail dresses (semi-formal)
Gentlemen: Dress shirts and smart trousers (tie or jacket optional)
Think garden chic meets festive fun. Stylish, comfortable, and ready to dance the night away!
Weather / outdoor info
The ceremony will be outside. It is under cover so it will happen regardless of weather. Cocktail hour will be inside or outside depending on the weather. The dinner and party is inside.
Travel
General tips on travel
For those new to travelling within Germany, we would recommend downloading the DB Navigator App ahead of time to buy tickets for public transport. If you are planning on travelling regularly with public transport, then we recommend the ‚Deutschlandticket‚.
Frankfurt airport is well connected to our city Karlsruhe by train.
On the wedding day
Train:
If you’re taking the train from Karlsruhe main station, the closest train station to the venue is Odenheim West. We will be organising a shuttle from Odenheim West train station to the venue in the afternoon. Details will come closer to the date.
Car:
For those driving to the venue, there is parking available at the venue
For those staying the night, you can park across the road at the guest house.
Local Recommendations – Karlsruhe & Surroundings
As we won’t have pre-events every day and some of you may be staying in the Karlsruhe region a bit longer, here are some of our favorite restaurants, cafés, and sights to make the most of your visit.
Restaurants & Cafés
• Café Wohnzimmer – Cozy spot with a homely vibe and delicious cakes.
• Café Palaver – Perfect for coffee and light bites.
• Wolfsbräu – Traditional German pub food with a lively atmosphere and house-brewed beer.
• Yangda – Fresh Asian cuisine with modern flavors.
• L’Osteria – Popular for pizza and pasta in generous portions.
• Claus Eismanufaktur -> Ice cream!
• Eiscafe Casal -> Ice cream!
Sights & Activities
• Karlsruhe Palace & Park – Beautiful palace gardens, here you can take the small train! On Saturday and Sunday, you can ride the Garden Train, on Sundays its steam powered. Great recommendation for kids!
• ZKM | Center for Art and Media – Contemporary art and interactive exhibitions for a cultural afternoon. We recommend the gaming exhibition, where you can play various computer games from throughout time.
• Botanical Garden Karlsruhe – Peaceful strolls among plants and greenhouses.
• Rhine River & Karlsruhe Harbor – Scenic walks and riverside cafés. For those who would like to gather ahead of the wedding, we’re happy to suggest a relaxed and family-friendly Rhine harbour cruise on Sunday, June 7, 2026 at 15:00. It’s a lovely way to enjoy the afternoon together on the water. Duration approx. 3.5 hours. More info here!
Theo and Leonie won’t be able to attend, as we’ll be in last-minute preparations for our big day on Monday, but we hope it’s a fun and memorable outing for everyone who joins!
• Durlach – Historic old town just a short tram ride away, with charming streets and cafés.
• Schauburg Cinema – Historical movie theater. It’s over 100 years old!
• Ettlingen – Charming nearby town with historic streets, shops, and cafés. If you go here, please check out Café Lillehus, it is 100% gluten free, and 100% delicious, great for brunch or the German Coffee & Cake.
Day Trips in the Region
• Baden-Baden – Famous spa town, just ~45 min by car or train, with thermal baths and elegant cafés.
• Black Forest (Schwarzwald) – Hiking, scenic drives, or cozy villages for a relaxing day trip.
• Heidelberg – Romantic old town and castle ruins, about 1 hour by car or train.
• Straßbourg (France) – Beautiful old town, cathedral, and riverside walks, ~1 hour by car/train.
• Freiburg – Picturesque university town with historic streets and the Black Forest nearby. ~1 hour by car/train.
Accommodation
Accommodation at the Wedding Venue – June 8th
On-site option (limited availability)
Accommodation before and after the wedding
Motel One Karlsruhe
Modern design and a great location near Schlossplatz.
- Website: Motel One Karlsruhe
- Approx. price: from €80–90/night
- Tip: sign up for their beOne program online to get 10% off the daily rate on your first booking
Spacious rooms and amenities like a spa and fitness area.
- Website: Novotel Karlsruhe City
- Approx. price: from €110–130/night
- We recommend booking early, as June is a busy season in Karlsruhe.
- All hotels offer direct online booking and flexible cancellation policies.
The options listed here are within walking distance of both the city center and our apartment.
Karlsruhe is very walkable, so whichever option you choose, you’ll be close to everything. Remember that on the day of the wedding June 8th, 2026, some rooms will be available directly at the wedding venue. More details to come.
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q: Do you have a gift registry, or what can we give as a present?
A: If you’d like to give a gift, we’d be grateful for a contribution toward our future together.
If you have an overseas account, you can send a monetary gift via Wise (usually the lowest fees), PayPal, or simply in Euros as cash on the day.
Bank account IBAN: DE88 5001 0517 5445 8481 74
Paypal: leoniezs@comcast.net
Q: Can i bring a guest (+1) to the wedding?
A: We carefully selected our wedding guests. The names can be found on the invitation. Please contact us directly, if you would like us to make an exception.
Q: Can i bring my children?
A: Yes, it’s a family-friendly wedding, so children are very welcome. The celebration is open-ended, so you can decide whether you’d like to bring them or arrange childcare. Please inform us of your decision over the RSVP form.
Q: What is the deadline for the RSVP?
A: 1st of March 2026.