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Julia & Nils: a dinner frame wedding at Marienhöh in the Hunsrück

Summer wedding in the Hunsrück

Julia & Nils: a wedding with dinner frames in the cloister courtyard at Marienhöh


Long wedding table under dinner frames with flowing fabric in the courtyard of Marienhöh in the Hunsrück
Ten dinner frames, one long table and flowing fabric in the Marienhöh courtyard.

White, cream, black and plenty of light: for the wedding of Julia & Nils in June 2023, planner Jennifer Baier of Marrylicious turned the courtyard of the former convent Marienhöh in Langweiler in the Hunsrück into an open-air banqueting hall. The centrepiece was a table around 24 metres long beneath ten dinner frames, wrapped in flowing fabric and fairy lights and set for 83 guests.

At vonRock Events we supplied and set up the complete rentals: dinner frames, wooden tables, clear chairs, linen in Macchiato Beige, black candle holders, acrylic columns, neon signs, glassware for the champagne tower and dinner, wire-look bar tables and parasols for the ceremony. In this post we show the images by Julia Bachmann and the full packing list, and our FAQ answers the key questions about dinner frames and weddings at Marienhöh.

Couple
Julia & Nils
Date
10 June 2023
Venue
Marienhöh Hideaway & Spa, Langweiler
Region
Hunsrück, Rhineland-Palatinate
Planning & design
Jennifer Baier, Marrylicious
Photos
Julia Bachmann
Guests
83
Rentals & set-up
vonRock Events

The venue

Marienhöh in Langweiler: a wedding in a former convent in the Hunsrück


Marienhöh sits on a hill near Langweiler in the Hunsrück, in the district of Birkenfeld near Idar-Oberstein. The estate was built in the early 20th century as a children’s home, later served as a recreation home and convent of the Sisters of Mary, and has been a hotel with spa, restaurant and gardens since 2009. The special architecture remains: brick walls, round arches, a cloister and an enclosed courtyard with a fountain.

For weddings, Marienhöh offers the former chapel, where civil ceremonies take place according to the venue, the cloister garden and courtyard for outdoor ceremonies, a terrace for receptions and hotel rooms for guests. Wedding portals mention up to around 120 guests for dinner and reception. Julia and Nils held their ceremony, reception and dinner entirely in the courtyard, framed by brick and arches.

Fountain in the Marienhöh courtyard with white flowers and petals
The courtyard fountain, decorated with white blooms.
Welcome sign for Julia and Nils's wedding with white flowers
White orchids as decor for the outdoor ceremony
Cheers to love neon sign on a grid backdrop with lounge and white flowers

Outdoor ceremony

An outdoor ceremony in the courtyard: neon, grid backdrops and white blooms


Outdoor ceremony set-up in the Marienhöh courtyard with grid backdrops, neon sign, lounge and white flowers
The ceremony stage: two grid backdrops, the “Cheers to love” neon and a lounge for the couple.

Instead of a classic wedding arch, two square grid backdrops in white and black stood on the stage, with our “Cheers to love” neon sign in front. During the ceremony the couple sat on a white lounge, surrounded by orchids, roses and clouds of blooms on the ground.

For the guests we set out clear acrylic chairs in the courtyard, which later moved straight to the table. With the June sun high over the courtyard, five cream parasols provided shade, and a beige rug marked the couple’s spot.

Couple at the outdoor ceremony in front of the Cheers to love neon sign
Bride walking down the aisle in the Marienhöh courtyard
Couple laughing on the lounge during the ceremony
Ring exchange at Julia and Nils's outdoor ceremony
Cheers to love neon lettering on a grid backdrop with white orchids in the courtyard
First kiss at the outdoor ceremony in the Marienhöh courtyard
Couple kissing as they leave the ceremony
Couple beaming after the outdoor ceremony

Drinks reception

A champagne tower of 200 Mr. Ripley coupes


Right after the ceremony came the champagne tower: on a linen-covered table in front of the brick wall stood our ribbed clear Mr. Ripley champagne coupes, flanked by orchids and a black sign. Julia and Nils poured it together, then the champagne went round to all the guests.

In total, 200 champagne coupes were on the packing list, enough for the tower, the reception and the evening toasts. Five white wire bar tables were added for the standing reception and bar.

Couple pouring champagne into the tower of Mr. Ripley coupes
Champagne tower on a linen-covered table with white orchids in front of a brick wall
Champagne tower of Mr. Ripley coupes filled with golden champagne
Black sign at the champagne tower
Filled Mr. Ripley champagne coupes in detail
Bride drinking from a Mr. Ripley champagne coupe
Bride raising a toast at the drinks reception

Dinner frame for hire

The table under the dinner frame: flowing fabric, fairy lights and Macchiato Beige


Wooden dinner frame structure with flowing white fabric over a long wedding table in the courtyard
Ten dinner frames in a row create a room within a room.

A dinner frame is a freestanding wooden structure placed over the wedding table, framing it like a pavilion without a roof. For Julia and Nils we set up ten frames in a row and draped them with around 100 metres of flowing off-white fabric. Between the beams hung 60 warm-white LED fairy lights, one every 50 centimetres, creating a glowing tunnel of light over the table after sunset.

Underneath stood ten 243 × 100 cm wooden tables, dressed in floor-length Macchiato Beige linen tablecloths, and 83 clear chairs. On the table: black candle holders with glass tops, white flowers in ceramic vases, menu cards, black cutlery and our Mr. Ripley wine glasses. Orchids and clouds of blooms lined the ground beside the table.

  • 10 ×Wooden dinner frame structure
  • approx. 100 mFlowing off-white fabric for the frames
  • 60 ×LED fairy lights 13 m, warm white
  • 10 ×Wooden table 243 × 100 cm
  • 10 ×Macchiato Beige linen tablecloth, 410 × 250 cm
  • 83 ×Clear acrylic chair
  • 13 ×Black candle holder with glass top, set of 3
  • 200 + 90 ×Mr. Ripley champagne coupe and wine glass, clear
  • 6 + 6 + 4 ×Acrylic column 60, 80 and 100 cm
  • 2 ×Square grid backdrop, white and black
  • 3 ×Neon sign “Cheers to love”, “Cheers”, “Love made us do it”
  • 5 + 1 ×White wire bar table and Lucy wire bar stool
  • 5 ×Parasol, plus a beige rug
Long wedding table with clear chairs and Macchiato Beige linen under the dinner frame
Wedding table under the dinner frame overlooking the Hunsrück forests
View along the long wedding table under fabric at Marienhöh
Wedding table in front of the brick facade at Marienhöh
Black candle holders with glass tops and white flowers on the wedding table

Tabletop: black, white and Macchiato

The colour concept was deliberately pared back: warm beige in the linen, white in the flowers, napkins and tableware, and black as a graphic accent in candle holders, cutlery and chargers. The clear chairs keep the table visually light, so the fabric and flowers take centre stage. Every place was set with a menu and name card, and table numbers stood in small acrylic frames among the flowers.

Place setting with menu card, black charger and black cutlery on Macchiato Beige linen
Table decor with white flowers in a ceramic vase beside the place setting
Table number among white flowers and glasses on the wedding table
Candles and white flowers as table decor in detail
Dinner frame with fabric curtains in front of the brick wall at Marienhöh
Flowers and orchids on the ground beside the wedding table
Couple arriving at the table under the dinner frame
Couple embracing at the wedding table
Bride looking back along the long table

Details

A seating plan on acrylic columns, a lounge and a white cake


The seating plan was displayed in clear boxes on our acrylic columns in three heights, filled with orchids and white roses, with the names printed directly onto the acrylic. The same columns also carried the welcome sign and flowers at the courtyard entrance.

Next to the table, the planning team set up a lounge with white garden furniture, disco balls on the ground and an audio guest book where guests could record their wishes. The white wedding cake with sugar-paper blooms was cut in the glow of the fairy lights.

Seating plan in an acrylic box with orchids on an acrylic column
Seating plan made of acrylic boxes filled with white flowers
Acrylic boxes with flowers as decor at the entrance
Disco balls and orchids in the lounge
White wedding cake in front of fairy lights
White wedding cake with blooms in detail
Lounge with white garden furniture and disco balls
Audio guest book with telephone and Love is on air sign

FAQ

Hiring a dinner frame and getting married at Marienhöh: the key questions


Venue details come from public sources as of publication; please ask Marienhöh directly for current prices, packages and dates. Everything about dinner frames, rentals and set-up we answer from our own experience.

Dinner frame

What is a dinner frame?

A freestanding wooden structure placed over a wedding table. It frames the table like a pavilion without a roof and can be decorated with fabric, fairy lights, flowers or greenery, creating an intimate space around the table even outdoors or in large halls.

How big is a dinner frame?

Our dinner frame measures 3 × 3 metres. Several frames can be placed in a row; Julia and Nils had ten frames for a table around 24 metres long.

How many dinner frames do I need?

As a rule of thumb, one frame per 2.40-metre table, roughly one for every eight to ten guests at a long table. A single frame is enough for an individual round table or a sweetheart table.

Can a dinner frame be set up outdoors?

Yes, on firm, level ground such as paving, a terrace or lawn. In windy conditions we secure the structure additionally. Fabric and fairy lights should be protected from rain, so we agree a plan B with you in advance.

How do you decorate a dinner frame?

With flowing fabric, fairy lights, hanging flowers, greenery such as eucalyptus or olive, chandeliers or festoon bulbs. Here we used around 100 metres of off-white fabric and 60 LED fairy lights.

Do you supply the fabric and fairy lights?

Yes, fabric, fairy lights and fixings can be hired as well. On request we install them during set-up.

How long does it take to set up a dinner frame?

We allow about an hour for a single frame with fabric. An installation like this one, with ten frames, fabric, lights, tables and table settings, took our team a full day on the wedding day.

Can a dinner frame be combined with chandeliers?

Yes, the cross beams can carry light chandeliers, fairy lights or floral installations. For heavier elements we advise on load-bearing capacity.

Table & rentals

Which tables fit under a dinner frame?

Rectangular tables measuring 243 × 100 centimetres, as here, or 200 × 100 centimetres. A table width of one metre leaves enough space for place settings, glasses and decor in the middle.

Which tablecloth do I need for 243 × 100 cm tables?

For a floor-length drop, a 410 × 250 cm linen tablecloth works well. On a long table, several cloths are laid overlapping.

Which colours do the linen tablecloths come in?

Off-white, Macchiato Beige, sage, terracotta and more, rectangular and round in several sizes. See the current range in the rental shop.

Why clear chairs?

They let the table, fabric and flowers shine instead of adding bulk, and they suit any colour scheme. Under a dinner frame they make the table look especially light.

How many glasses do you need for a champagne tower?

Around 30 coupes for a four-tier tower and around 55 for five tiers. For the reception and toasts, plan one or two extra glasses per guest.

What are acrylic columns?

Clear acrylic columns 60, 80 and 100 centimetres high. They work as plinths for flowers, the cake, seating plan, guest book or signs and can be grouped together.

Can neon signs be used outdoors?

Our neon signs are intended for indoor and sheltered outdoor areas and need a power supply. In rain they must be covered or brought inside.

Do you handle set-up, table setting and dismantling?

Yes. We deliver, set up frames, tables and chairs, lay the linen, set the tables and collect everything after the celebration. Washing and cleaning are done at our premises.

What do the rentals in this post cost?

Current daily rental prices are shown on the product cards above and in the rental shop. Transport, set-up and dismantling are quoted according to scope.

Marienhöh

Where is Marienhöh?

In Langweiler in the Hunsrück, Rhineland-Palatinate, in the district of Birkenfeld. The nearest larger town is Idar-Oberstein.

What kind of venue is Marienhöh?

A hotel with spa in a former convent estate. The building was constructed in the early 20th century as a children’s home, later became a convent of the Sisters of Mary and has been a hotel with restaurant, spa, garden and meeting rooms since 2009.

How many guests does Marienhöh hold?

Wedding portals mention up to around 120 guests for dinner and reception. The exact number depends on the space, seating and table shape.

Can you have a civil ceremony at Marienhöh?

According to the venue and travel reports, the former chapel houses a branch of the registry office. Dates are arranged with the responsible registry office and the hotel.

Is an outdoor ceremony possible?

Yes, for example in the cloister garden or, like Julia and Nils, in the courtyard. Plan parasols or a covered alternative for sun or rain.

Can guests stay overnight at Marienhöh?

Yes. The hotel has rooms in the main building and an annexe as well as chalets; wedding portals mention 71 rooms. There is also a spa with pool and sauna.

How far is Marienhöh from Frankfurt, Mainz or Trier?

According to wedding portals, about 45 minutes from Trier and around one and a half hours from Frankfurt, Mainz and Wiesbaden. The nearest airport is Frankfurt-Hahn.

Does Marienhöh provide catering?

Yes, the hotel has its own restaurant and offers wedding menus and packages. Please ask the hotel directly for details and prices.

Can you bring your own decor and rentals to Marienhöh?

Generally yes, as this wedding shows. As the rental company, we coordinate set-up times, candles and delivery directly with the venue.

Planning

Who planned this wedding?

Jennifer Baier of Marrylicious, who designed the concept and coordinated the day. We have worked with her for years.

Does vonRock deliver to the Hunsrück?

Yes. We deliver with our own vehicles to Rhineland-Palatinate, Saarland, Hesse, North Rhine-Westphalia and throughout Germany, as well as to Austria and Switzerland.

How early should we reserve a dinner frame?

For summer weddings, nine to twelve months ahead, and at least six months. A reservation in the shop is non-binding.

Can we see the rentals beforehand?

Yes, in our showroom you can combine chairs, linen, tableware and glassware. You can book an appointment online.

Helping hands

Everyone behind Julia & Nils’s wedding


Thank you to Julia and Nils for their trust and to everyone who made this day possible.

Planning & design

Marrylicious, Jennifer Baier

Concept, planning and coordination.

Photography

Julia Bachmann

All images in this post.

Venue

Marienhöh Hideaway & Spa

Hotel in a former convent in Langweiler in the Hunsrück.

Rentals & set-up

vonRock Events

Dinner frames, fabric, fairy lights, tables, chairs, linen, glassware, acrylic columns, neon, bar tables and parasols.

Photos: Julia Bachmann. All rentals: vonRock Events. Venue details without guarantee, as of publication.

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