Tucked away just outside of Rochester, Garten Marketplatz is a romantic garden venue that blends European-inspired charm with natural beauty. This floral-focused space feels like stepping into a secret garden, complete with greenhouses, flowering trees, and artfully curated landscapes.
Whether you’re planning a spring celebration, a summer soirée, or a botanical-inspired fall wedding, Garten Marketplatz offers a peaceful setting with thoughtful design around every corner.
A Floral Venue with European Ambiance
Garten Marketplatz is more than a wedding venue. It’s a working floral farm, design studio, and event space built around beauty, intention, and seasonality. The greenhouse and garden areas are filled with climbing vines, curated floral beds, stone pathways, and shaded patios that create an immersive setting for weddings of all sizes.
Couples often describe it as whimsical and grounding at the same time. It’s especially popular with those who want a natural, unpolished, and still elegant setting for their day.
Indoor and Outdoor Spaces for All Seasons
The venue includes multiple ceremony and reception options:
- An open-air garden space perfect for exchanging vows
- A glass greenhouse ideal for indoor portraits or floral-focused ceremonies
- A climate-controlled event barn that works year-round
Most couples opt for an outdoor ceremony and then move to the greenhouse or barn for cocktail hour and dinner. The design of each space is minimal but intentional, allowing florals and styling to really shine without competition.
Planning and On-Site Support
One of the most unique parts of Garten Marketplatz is its in-house floral design team. If you’re looking for a fully cohesive experience, you can work directly with the venue to create all floral elements — from bouquets to installations — that blend seamlessly with the surroundings.
Services often include:
- Full-day venue rental
- On-site coordination
- Use of tables, chairs, and select rentals
- Access to greenhouse and garden areas
- Floral design packages and consultations
Couples typically bring in their own caterer and planner, though recommendations are available.
Photography at Garten Marketplatz
As a wedding photographer, this venue is one of the most photogenic in the Rochester area. Natural light pours through the greenhouse panels, and the surrounding garden paths provide endless portrait locations.
Whether we’re photographing a first look under a flowering arch, a ceremony framed by climbing greenery, or golden-hour portraits in the greenhouse, every part of this venue is built for beautiful imagery.
The textures, tones, and openness make it ideal for both film-style edits and clean, editorial work.
Who Should Book Garten Marketplatz?
This venue is a strong fit for couples who:
- Want to center flowers, foliage, and natural surroundings
- Prefer a peaceful, plant-filled setting
- Value design-forward spaces that don’t feel overly formal
- Are planning a midsize wedding with room for custom details
- Want to work with a venue that offers in-house floral styling
It’s a favorite among nature lovers, creatives, and anyone seeking an untraditional yet refined celebration space.
Reach out here to talk about wedding photography at Garten Marketplatz.
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Garten Marketplatz is in Byron, Minnesota, just outside Rochester. It’s a private garden venue with floral farm surroundings.
The greenhouse and garden spaces offer a botanical, European feel that sets it apart from traditional venues.
It works best for weddings with 100–200 guests, depending on layout and season.
Yes. Greenhouses and a climate-controlled event barn are available for receptions and weather backup.
Yes. Garten Marketplatz is also a floral studio, so custom design is often included in wedding packages.
