Would you like to know, what are the most famous or bizarre Viking wedding traditions? We have a list of 21 traditions you can do on your day!

From traditional Viking wedding rituals to sword ceremonies, discover everything you need to know about Norse wedding traditions here.

a moody Nordic wedding arch of dark stained wood, herbs and greenery, a skull with antlers and candle lanterns on each side

Handfasting⠀ ⠀ The phrase, "tying the knot", comes from ancient Northern European (Celtic/Nordic) tradition and culture - it was part of one of several wedding traditions in the ancient society.⠀ ⠀ In Celtic Druid times, when a man and woman chose to be married, they were brought together in a ceremony to have a braided cord tied around their hands. This ritual was known as handfasting. #Celts #Druids #Marriage #Handfasting #celtic #Druidism #Druidry #Tyingtheknot⠀

Viking baby shower spread

The ancient magic of Norse runes is used in Viking weddings and other Pagan weddings and handfastings as blessing and protection. Add these runes from the Elder Futhark to your wedding altar, wedding bands, wedding swords, invitations, and day-of ceremony decor as part of a memorable marriage rite.

For couples embarking on their new life together through marriage, planning a memorable and meaningful wedding can be an exciting but overwhelming experience.