Charlotte Veugen

Wedding celebrant

'I, as a buitengewoon ambtenaar van de burgerlijke stand (babs) of the city of Maastricht, pronounce you, in the name of law, husband and wife.'

I have proudly uttered these words over the past 23 years and now more than 600 times. Not only in Dutch, but also in Maastricht dialect, English and French. And that last language? It feels a bit like 'my language' to me. After all, I lived and worked in France for 14 years. I also enjoy adding a touch of Italian, Spanish, Chinese or any other language to my speeches, always in consultation with the bride and groom. This also makes all foreign guests feel even more involved in this special moment.

Heartwarming reactions

Being an extraordinary registrar of marriages is fascinating and special for me. And the couples' heartwarming reactions make it even more beautiful. Recently I received the compliment that my speech 'set just the right tone for the rest of the wedding day'. That is of course great to hear and it makes me genuinly happy that I can make such a difference.

Tailor-made for your big day

Every wedding ceremony is tailor-made for me. I always start with a personal conversation in which I enjoy listening to your story and wishes. As a registrar (BABS) you have a great responsibility on such an important day and I take this task very seriously. In my speech, I interweave personal and unique moments from your life. This is how I create and unforgettable atmosphere.

The jitters stay

As long as I feel the nerves as soon as I walk into the wedding hall and see and feel what is happening between the bride and groom at that moment, I know I have the right passion and drive to keep going. I will keep doing my absolute best to make this day an amazing memory for the bride and groom and their guests.

About me

Since 2002 I have had the privilege of being a wedding celebrant in my beloved Maastricht. I really get to 'cherry-pick', because this is the best job an officiant could wish for. can pick the best of the best with the most satisfying job a civil servant could wish for. Every ceremony is unique; no couple is the same and every wedding day offers new inspiration. As long as I remain emotionally moved by that one look a couple gives each other, those subtle gestures, a wink or even a tear, I will continue to do this work with full devotion. Work? No, this is not work… For me, being a wedding celebrant is a Privilege with a capital 'P'.

On your wedding day, I love to celebrate love with you!