If you’re planning a Spain proposal, there’s nothing like reading other engagement stories in Spain to gather inspiration for your own!
Since 2014, our talented network of photographers has been capturing romantic proposals in Spain’s most iconic cities. After photographing hundreds of unforgettable engagement moments, we have become experts in planning destination proposals like the ones we share in this article.
Read along to discover 5 of the most romantic surprise proposals we’ve captured in Spain and find unique ideas to start planning your own!
Spain Proposal #1 Sneha & Regulan’s Romantic Engagement in Malaga
In September 2024, Regulan reached out to us with a clear and romantic vision: proposing to his girlfriend, Sneha, by the Mediterranean Sea. The couple was soon traveling from the UK to Malaga, and Regulan knew it was the perfect opportunity to surprise her.
In his dream proposal, Regulan envisioned a big ‘Marry Me’ sign, illuminated against the magical Mediterranean as a backdrop.
Bringing the Vision to Life
After reading Regulan’s email, Malagueta Beach instantly stood out to us as the ideal location for their Malaga proposal. We teamed up with our local photographer and videographer, Pedro, and sourced a stunning lit-up ‘Marry Me’ sign to bring the magic to life. To make the engagement extra special, we enhanced the setup with additional proposal decorations: a red carpet, scattered rose petals, and heart-shaped balloons.
The proposal
On October 12, 2024, our photographer in Malaga, Pedro, waited discreetly at the prearranged location as Regulan and Sneha strolled along the beach. Once he saw them, Pedro started taking pictures, capturing the exact moment Sneha’s face lit up in surprise as she noticed the grand setup.
Beaming with happiness, Regulan led her along the red carpet, knelt before the glowing sign, and asked her to marry him. When Sneha gave her long-awaited “yes”, the couple embraced in a romantic kiss, as Pedro immortalized the moment in stunning photos.
A romantic beach photo shoot after a surprise proposal in Malaga, Spain.
After the proposal, the celebration continued with a dreamy engagement photo and video shoot along the beach, ensuring their Spain proposal would be remembered forever.
Don’t miss their engagement video below!
Spain Proposal #2 Sara & Renzo’s Sunset Engagement in Valencia
In June 2024, Renzo contacted us to help plan his surprise proposal for Sara during their romantic trip from Mexico to Valencia. He envisioned a beautiful sunset proposal, with elegant engagement decor and a celebratory toast.
Bringing the Vision to Life
To match Renzo’s romantic idea, we suggested a serene, secluded beach in Valencia, perfect for a warm and intimate moment at sunset. To bring his elegant setup vision to life, we sourced a delicate circular arch draped in soft, flowing fabric, with a “Will You Marry Me?” sign suspended in the center. We adorned the arch with white candles, florals, and two sparkling glasses of cava to toast their love.
Elegant decorations arranged for a beach proposal in Valencia.
The proposal
On July 10, 2024, as the sun dipped below the horizon, Renzo and Sara arrived at the beach. Sara noticed the stunning setup and got excited thinking they were about to witness someone else’s proposal, but little did she know it was their own.
She gasped in surprise when Renzo took her hand, led her to the arch, and dropped to one knee. After a heartfelt “yes”, the couple embraced while María, our Valencia photographer, captured every tender moment, including their celebratory toast and romantic walk along the shore during the golden hour.
It was a highly romantic sunset Valencia proposal!
A couple celebrating their engagement with a romantic beach photo shoot in Valencia.
Spain Proposal #3 Andreea & Amedeo’s Spectacular Engagement in Madrid
Amedeo’s email caught us off guard—he only had 48 hours to plan the proposal of a lifetime! Not only did he have a very tight deadline, but he also had a striking idea in mind: he dreamed of surprising his girlfriend, Andreea, during their upcoming trip from Italy to Madrid with a very personalized and public proposal.
Bringing the Vision to Life
Per his request, we spent the following 48 hours organizing a group of twenty extras who could meet at La Rosaleda Garden in Madrid to form a love circle where Amedeo would wait kneeling in the center. Adding a personal touch, we also hired a musician to play Andreea’s favorite song on acoustic guitar.
The proposal
On April 27, 2019, twenty committed people arrived at La Rosaleda, all wearing white, and holding a single red rose. As our experienced engagement photographer in Madrid, Felipe, started taking pictures of the moment, Amedeo arrived next -nerves on edge- and with the engagement ring in his pocket. The excitement started to build up as the guitarist arrived and started tuning her instrument.
A love circle arranged for a romantic engagement in Madrid.
When Andreea arrived at the spot thinking she was just meeting with her boyfriend, she was greeted by the enchanting melody of her favorite Rihanna song. Her surprise turned to awe when she noticed the love circle with Amedeo kneeling at the center, waiting patiently to ask her to be his forever. The moment she said “yes,” the group burst into applause, roses scattered at their feet, and the guitarist played on, giving the couple a moment to celebrate their love while Felipe captured every magical second of this unforgettable Spain proposal.
A couple’s engagement captured within a love circle in Madrid.
Spain Proposal #4 Leslie & Thomas’ Intimate Engagement in Barcelona
Thomas reached out to us in late October 2023 with a heartfelt request: he wanted to propose to his partner, Leslie, in an “iconic yet private” spot in their adoptive city, Barcelona, on December 5.
Once we heard those words, we quickly thought of the secluded Plaça de Sant Felip Neri, in the Gothic Quarter. Hidden away from the bustling streets of the city center, this serene plaza–rich in history–was perfect for an intimate Barcelona proposal.
Bringing the Vision to Life
To ensure the moment remained private and undisturbed, we scheduled the proposal for 8:30 AM, when the square was quiet and bathed in soft morning light. On the big day, we prepped the space with subtle, elegant decorations while our Barcelona proposal photographer, Alberto, waited discreetly to capture the engagement.
Positioned in front of the majestic fountain, we set the scene with heart-shaped pink balloons and a big gray one with the words “¿Quieres casarte conmigo?” (Will you marry me?) in the center. We also scattered delicate rose petals and subtle candles on the ground.
The proposal
The moment Leslie arrived at the plaza, she was moved to tears by the surprise and the thoughtfulness of the moment. Thomas offered Leslie the flower bouquet, dropped to one knee, and whispered those life-changing words: “¿Quieres casarte conmigo?”. Her tearful “yes” echoed through the peaceful square, as our photographer captured their emotional embrace against the historic backdrop.
A bride-to-be arriving at Plaza Sant Felip Neri for a surprise proposal in Barcelona.
After the proposal, the magic continued with an engagement photo shoot through Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter. The Ecuadorian couple wandered hand in hand through its narrow, cobbled streets, stopping at the most photogenic spots, like the famous Kiss Wall (Muro del Beso), where they sealed not just their day but a beautiful new chapter in their love story.
Our photographer capturing a newly engaged couple while they seal their love at the Kiss Wall in Barcelona.
Spain Proposal #5 Julia & Pablo’s Surprise Family Engagement in Seville
When Pablo contacted us in March 2021, he had a heartwarming plan in mind: a surprise proposal for his partner, Julia, disguised as a family photo shoot. Traveling all the way from Mexico with their baby, Pablo convinced Julia to hire a family photographer in Seville to capture candid memories of their time in Spain. Little did she know, he had much bigger plans.
Bringing the Vision to Life
To keep Pablo’s surprise under wraps, we planned a natural family photo shoot at the picturesque María Luisa Park with no decorations or hints–just pure spontaneity.
On April 8, 2021, our Seville photographer, Sandra, met up with Pablo, Julia, and their baby, for a relaxed family photo session. She started capturing sweet and candid moments as the family strolled through the park, with Pablo patiently waiting for the perfect moment to unveil his surprise.
A family photo shoot, moments before a surprise proposal in Seville.
The proposal
Once the family reached one of the most beautiful spots in the Sevillian park–a pergola covered in vibrant bougainvillea–Sandra suggested they put their baby in the stroller for a few romantic shots. Suddenly, Pablo turned to Julia and dropped to one knee, holding out an engagement ring.
Julia’s expression went from surprise to pure emotion—tears filled her eyes as she realized what was happening. While keeping an eye on their baby, our photographer started to capture every raw and heartfelt second, as Julia said “yes” to Pablo with a kiss and a tearful smile.
It was a very emotional Seville proposal that will remain in our memory forever!
A heartwarming family proposal in Seville captured by one of our engagement photographers.
Your Engagement Story Begins Here: Let’s Plan Your Spain Proposal!
If these romantic engagement stories in Spain have inspired you, it’s time to start planning your own dream proposal abroad!
As you probably already know, Spain is more than just a destination—it’s a canvas for your love story. This beautiful country is home to some of the best proposal places in the world, and that’s why we have a network of photographers in the best Spanish cities for an engagement.
Let us know your destination and what type of proposal you envision, and we’ll help you make it a reality—because your love story deserves nothing less than magic.
Contact us today!
A couple celebrating their engagement in the heart of Madrid, Spain.
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