Celebrate your Matrimony at the Christ the Redeemer Sanctuary!

At the Christ the Redeemer Sanctuary, you have a unique opportunity to unite your love story at the feet of one of the New Seven Wonders of the Modern World — the world’s first open-air sanctuary. A majestic church built above the clouds, with a breathtaking view of the Marvelous City.

Celebrate love in a sacred and sublime setting, making your wedding a truly unforgettable and meaningful experience at the Christ the Redeemer Sanctuary.

Important Information

  • About Date Reservations

    Wedding reservations must be made exclusively through this website. Please complete all required information. (Date reservation is subject to availability.)

    Requests must be submitted at least 3 months and no more than 18 months in advance.

    Weddings are not held on holy days, such as Holy Week, Our Lady of Aparecida Day, Christmas, and New Year’s.

  • Catholic Sanctuary

    The Sanctuary follows the norms, rites, and doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church.

    To hold the ceremony, at least one of the spouses must be Catholic.

  • Priest or Deacon

    The ceremony is celebrated by a priest or deacon appointed by the Sanctuary. If the couple prefers, they may request a priest of their choice, subject to prior approval by the Sanctuary.

  • Marriage Preparation Course

    The ceremony is celebrated by a priest or deacon appointed by the Sanctuary. If the couple prefers, they may request a priest of their choice, subject to prior approval by the Sanctuary.

  • Music

    During the ceremony, only sacred or classical music is permitted, in accordance with a decree from the Archdiocese of Rio de Janeiro. Popular songs, soundtracks, or any non-liturgical compositions are not allowed.

    This guideline aims to preserve the sacredness and spiritual integrity of ceremonies held at the feet of the Redeemer.

    [Click here to view the list of permitted songs.]

  • Ceremony Formats

    There are three available settings for your ceremony:

    • Inside the Chapel;
    • In front of the Chapel;
    • Em frente ao Monumento ao Cristo Redentor.

    Some formats may be scheduled before or after public visiting hours.

  • Religious and Civil Marriage

    In the Catholic Church, the sacrament is called Religious Marriage. The ceremony performed in a civil registry office is called Civil Marriage.

    It is possible to celebrate a Religious Marriage with Civil Effect, in which both ceremonies are performed together and legally recognized.

Questions?

Please contact the Pastoral Office of the Christ the Redeemer Archdiocesan Sanctuary via phone/WhatsApp: +55 (21) 96598-5658

Schedule

Choose the date on which you wish to celebrate your matrimony and fill in your details. After registering, you will receive an email with instructions to complete the request.

Filling the form below does not guarantee a reservation, as we will verify the availability of the date.

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