A practical guide to marrying at Los Cañizos
Facts, not adjectives. What couples ask before they come.
In numbers
- Experience in catering (its website, 2019)
- 30 years
- Guests (Bodas.net)
- 1–500
- Menus per person (Bodas.net)
- €100–€150
- Weddings a day
- 1
- Own kitchen (Bodas.net)
- Yes
- 4.4 ★ · 154
Spaces
| Space | Use | What it is like |
|---|---|---|
| The garden | Ceremony, cocktail and dancing | Lawn, trees and a pool; green fills the landscape (Bodas.net) |
| The pool and its pavilion | Civil ceremony | A pavilion over the pool, with chairs and a carpet on the lawn (the estate’s photographs) |
| The halls | Banquet | A glass hall with views, an interior hall with a fireplace and a marquee (Bodas.net) |
| Dance area and terrace | Dancing, open bar and late supper | Strings of lights over the garden and the lit pool; children’s area and parking (Bodas.net) |
The weather, month by month
Averages from 2015 to 2024 for the cortijo’s coordinates. Wind is the daily maximum.
| Month | High | Low | Rainy days | Wind | Sunset (15th) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 14 °C | 4 °C | 5 days | 15 km/h | 18:30 |
| February | 16 °C | 6 °C | 4 days | 16 km/h | 19:05 |
| March | 18 °C | 7 °C | 7 days | 17 km/h | 19:35 |
| April | 21 °C | 10 °C | 7 days | 16 km/h | 21:05 |
| May | 26 °C | 13 °C | 4 days | 16 km/h | 21:33 |
| June | 30 °C | 16 °C | 2 days | 17 km/h | 21:55 |
| July | 35 °C | 19 °C | 0 days | 16 km/h | 21:52 |
| August | 35 °C | 19 °C | 0 days | 16 km/h | 21:23 |
| September | 30 °C | 17 °C | 2 days | 15 km/h | 20:37 |
| October | 25 °C | 14 °C | 7 days | 15 km/h | 19:50 |
| November | 18 °C | 9 °C | 6 days | 15 km/h | 18:15 |
| December | 15 °C | 6 °C | 5 days | 15 km/h | 18:07 |
Getting here
- Badajoz Cathedral≈ 22 min by car
- Badajoz station≈ 24 min
- Elvas (Portugal)≈ 39 min
- Mérida≈ 56 min
Ctra. de Valverde de Leganés km 9.8 (El Manantío), 06010 Badajoz, Extremadura
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Frequently asked questions
01Where is Cortijo Los Cañizos?
On the road to Valverde de Leganés, km 9.8 (El Manantío), on the edge of Badajoz. According to Google Maps it is about 22 minutes by car from Badajoz Cathedral and about 24 from the station.
02How many guests can you take?
Bodas.net lists weddings of 1 to 500 guests. The cortijo hosts one event per day.
03How much does a wedding cost?
Bodas.net lists menus from €100 to €150 per person, with the open bar included in the menu. For an exact quote, write to or call the team.
04Who does the cooking? Can we bring our own caterer?
The kitchen is the cortijo’s own. According to Bodas.net, the catering is exclusive and the space cannot be hired without the catering service. You can bring your own cake at no extra charge.
05How late does the party go on?
Bodas.net says there is no time limit. Please confirm the details for your date with the team; reviews mention the open bar, a late supper and churros with chocolate.
06Can the ceremony be held at the cortijo?
Yes: Bodas.net lists a space for the civil ceremony, and its old website spoke of an open-air civil ceremony surrounded by gardens. If it rains, ask the team about the alternative for your date.
07Are there menus for allergies or special diets?
Bodas.net lists vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, low-salt, allergen-free and coeliac menus, and market, regional, signature, international and fusion cuisine.
08Is there accommodation?
Bodas.net lists a partner boutique hotel, with bus transfers included, a special rate and late check-out. There are no rooms at the cortijo itself.
09Is it accessible?
Bodas.net says the cortijo is accessible for people with disabilities. Please confirm with the team before booking.
10Can we visit before booking?
Call +34 610 32 84 85 or write to eventosloscanizos@gmail.com and the team will tell you when.