A Barcelona Destination Wedding at Can Borrell

Mercedes and Jay’s destination wedding took place on 30 May 2024 at Can Borrell, a modernist estate in Castellar del Vallès, Spain. This American couple fell in love with Barcelona’s charm and chose this stunning Catalonian setting for their intimate wedding celebration. Just 40 minutes from the vibrant city center, Can Borrell offered them the perfect blend of accessibility and tranquil Mediterranean beauty for their Barcelona destination wedding.

Can Borrell, the modernist estate in Castellar del Vallès, with a car parked in front

Mercedes and Jay on the brick steps at Can Borrell

An Intimate Celebration Under the Spanish Sun

The day unfolded as a beautifully intimate affair, with close family gathered under the Spanish sun to witness Mercedes and Jay exchange vows. Their daughters brought joy to the celebration as they explored the modernist estate’s grounds alongside the wedding party. The venue’s historic architecture, designed by a disciple of Gaudí and set within 180 hectares of pristine Catalonian landscape, provided a naturally elegant backdrop that required little embellishment. The weather blessed this Barcelona destination wedding with perfect Mediterranean sunshine, creating that golden light that makes every photograph feel effortlessly romantic.

Mercedes and Jay holding hands on the terrace, in black and white

Mercedes and Jay with their daughter in front of the Can Borrell façade

A Perfect Mediterranean Setting for International Guests

What made Mercedes and Jay’s celebration particularly special was how seamlessly their American guests embraced the Spanish setting. Can Borrell’s unique blend of architectural heritage and natural beauty created an atmosphere where every moment felt both grand and intimate. As they prepared to continue their European adventure after the wedding, it was clear that choosing Spain for their destination wedding had given them not just a beautiful ceremony, but the beginning of a truly memorable journey together.

The terrace, pergola and pool at Can Borrell

From Getting Ready to Family Portraits

We photographed the whole day, from the first preparations to the last family portraits: the getting ready, the quiet moments before the ceremony, the ceremony led by their celebrant, Jaume’s Weddings, the minutes right after it, a portrait session around the estate and the family portraits at the end. The ceremony took place outdoors, with the family seated on the lawn in front of the estate’s brick arches. See the full wedding gallery

Mercedes and Jay’s ceremony on the lawn at Can Borrell, with family seated around

A little girl peeking around a door at Can Borrell, in black and white

“Can Borrell’s unique blend of architectural heritage and natural beauty created an atmosphere where every moment felt both grand and intimate.”

Mercedes and Jay under a brick arch with the hills behind

Mercedes and Jay walking in the garden at Can Borrell, in black and white

Mercedes with her family on the terrace at Can Borrell, with the hills behind

In Mercedes’ Words

I recently had a destination wedding, and Martí & Paula were absolutely amazing and easy to work with. I was very uneasy about booking with anyone since I’m from overseas and wasn’t able to meet prior to my wedding day. They were extremely accommodating, flexible and reliable. When I received the photos I was blown away with the attention to detail and quality of the shots they got for my special day. I absolutely recommend!
Mercedes

Capturing Timeless Moments

At Timeless Wedding Studio, we love capturing destination weddings that showcase the magic of Mediterranean venues like Can Borrell. For couples considering a Mediterranean destination wedding, this stunning location proves that sometimes the most magical celebrations happen when you follow your heart to unexpected places.

Dreaming of a destination wedding in Barcelona? Read our guide to planning your wedding in Barcelona, discover Can Borrell in our directory or tell us about your plans.