Details of the Wedding of Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verrett

Over a year after announcing their engagement, Princess Märtha Louise of Norway and Shaman Durek Verrett have announced that they will marry at Hotel Union in Geiranger, Norway on August 31st, 2024, following a five-year relationship. Princess Märtha Louise was previously married to the late Ari Behn and they have three daughters.

The guests are invited to a three-day wedding celebration starting in Ålesund as early as Thursday 29 August. The bride and groom offer a shuttle service from Ålesund Airport, Vigra, to the hotels booked in connection with the wedding.

On the first day of the celebration, Princess Märtha invites Durek to what they have called a “Meet and Greet Party”. The arena for this is the backyard of Hotel 1904, which is located in the middle of Ålesund’s city heart.

The dress code is specially marked during each wedding party event, and in the invitation to the get-to-know-you party, the bride and groom encourage guests to dress in a “sexy and cool” outfit.

When the many wedding guests wake up in the western village on Friday morning, you just have to cross your fingers that the sun also contributes. Then they can look forward to a three-hour boat trip into the beautiful and UNESCO-protected Geirangerfjord. The goal is of course the place for the big event.

On arrival in Geiranger, guests will receive a more detailed program for the rest of the weekend. Märtha and Durek make no secret of the fact that they want to give everyone an “unforgettable adventure” where every detail is planned.

But it is already clear that the guests will meet on Friday – the night before the big night – for a cocktail prelude and subsequent dinner at the Hotel Union. And then the outfit is ready: Dance dress or – suit.

On Saturday it is time for the most romantic and solemn session: the wedding ceremony. The guests will have access to the detailed program for the extraordinary day at a slightly later date, but the guests have been given good indications of what they can – and cannot – wear on Märtha and Durek’s biggest day.

For the solemn ceremony early in the day, the women are encouraged to dress in long ball gowns. They are strongly requested not to wear white, all black, all pink and all types of gold dresses.

Male guests from the United States are encouraged to be inspired by outfits familiar from the Oscars – the big film event in Los Angeles that Durek has attended several times. The Europeans are encouraged to wear gala attire.

The evening ends with a banquet and afterparty at Hotel Union.

Princess Märtha Louise said:

Geiranger is known for its spectacular fjord and its dramatic mountains. The Geirangerfjord is on the UNESCO World Heritage List and represents Norway’s rich culture and natural beauty.

We’re so happy to be celebrating our love in the beautiful surroundings of Geiranger. It means a lot to us to gather our loved ones in a place that is so rich in history and intense nature experiences. Geiranger is the perfect place to embrace our love.

King Harald V and Queen Sonja said:

The Queen and I are delighted that Princess Märtha Louise and Durek Verret have today announced their wedding plans. We are delighted to welcome Durek Verret into the family and we look forward to celebrating the big day with them. We wish Märtha and Durek all the best.

Crown Prince Haakon and Crown Princess Mette-Marit said:

We congratulate Princess Märtha and Durek Verret on their wedding in August next year. We are happy for them and look forward to celebrating with them in Geiranger. We wish Märtha, Durek and the girls all the best for the future.

When Princess Märtha Louise of Norway married the late Ari Behn in Trondheim in 2002, Royal Guests and Relatives from around Europe joined the Norwegian Royal Family to celebrate the nuptials, which were celebrated in true Scandinavian Royal Style in White Tie and Tiaras. Despite the controversy surrounding the marriage, it is quite likely that this Wedding will be White Tie and Tiaras again, similar to the second Wedding of Prince Joachim of Denmark in 2008.