A dazzling royal wedding for the princess of Europe's smallest country

In an exceptional scene within one of Europe's smallest and most tranquil countries, Liechtenstein celebrated a historic day with a princely wedding filled with grandeur and fantasy. St. Florin Cathedral in the capital, Vaduz, hosted the wedding of Princess Marie Caroline, the only daughter of Crown Prince Alois and Princess Sophie, to Venezuelan-born Leopoldo Maduro Vollmer, amid a festive atmosphere that captivated the world.

A royal look that steals hearts The 28-year-old princess wowed in a wedding gown with a luxurious, modern touch, featuring tulle and lace, sheer sleeves, and a loose-fitting shoulder design.

The multi-layered skirt gave her look an elegant, royal feel.

The bride completed her look with a bejeweled tiara and a long veil that cascaded down the cathedral steps, while her bridesmaids helped arrange it to create a movie-like effect.

Her father, Prince Alois, accompanied her to the altar amid applause from the audience, while she exchanged smiles with the guests in a moment described as "a living embodiment of princess stories."

Who is the groom? The groom, Leopoldo Vollmer, 33, is an investment manager. Born in Caracas, Venezuela, he studied in Britain, where he attended the prestigious Harrow School and the University of St. Andrews, before earning a master's degree from the University of London.

Princess Marie Caroline chose to study fashion design at Parsons School in both Paris and New York, forging a path that combined her passion for fashion with her position in the royal family.

Prominent royal presence The wedding, which was preceded by an engagement announced in October 2024, was attended by several members of European royal families, giving the occasion a global celebration, despite Liechtenstein being the fourth-smallest country on the continent. However, the capital, Vaduz, proved that even small palaces can host celebrations that rival the largest royal weddings in Europe.