There are two venue options at the Sonnenalp, riverside or the ballroom. Most couples opt for a riverside ceremony with a reception in Ludwig’s under the glass ceiling. The capacity for these two spots is 100 guests. The Grand Bavaria Room will up your capacity to 160 guests, but doesn’t have quite the wow factor.

When mentioning that it’s authentic, we love that each suite has it’s own layout and design. The views on either side of Gore Creek are Vail Village are equally beautiful.

In regard to Sonnenalp Weddings, the creek side location can feel a bit tight if you are trying to fit 100 guests. The reception space, Ludwig’s feels grand with its glass ceiling. The staff is well acquainted with flipping the room if you need more dancefloor space. In the summer months, they’ll leave the sliding glass doors open, allowing you and your guests to dance under the stars.

Our photography tips for Sonnenalp are to either head into Vail Village for photos on the cobblestone street looking back on the Gore Range, or to head up Vail Mountain. The second option will require a short drive, but gets you on the ski runs and into the large aspen groves. It is less than 5 minutes and well worth the small hassle.

The Sonnenalp does require you to have a wedding planner and will provide one for a cost. Secondly, they also provide Wedding Design Packages. With that said, the Sonnenalp is a beautiful Vail Wedding Venue and one of our favorite in the Vail Village.

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We started the day by photographing both sides of the wedding party at the luxury resort in Vail. They could see each other’s room, but we did our part in keeping them each hidden from the other. After everyone is dressed, we headed up Vail Mountain for their first look amongst the golden aspen trees. Both Charlie & Kelsi’s mothers joined and made good use of their handkerchiefs. Once the tears were wiped away, we continued on with some fall portraits before making our way back to town for their Sonnenalp Wedding.

The ceremony was officiated by a good friend who kept it funny, personal, but also intimate to these two. Once their vows were exchanged and the kiss was had, they made their way back down the isle to a enthusiastic cheer from all their closest friends and family.

Everyone enjoyed dinner in the glass ceiling reception space of the Sonnenalp before the DJ turned up the volume and got the party started. These two danced the night away and we don’t think Kelsi ever left the dancefloor. Congrats you two on your Fall Vail Wedding at the Sonnenalp.

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