Couples and Elopement Photography in Switzerland
Love stories shaped by the mountains
I photograph adventurous couples in the Switzerland, where the mountains are not a backdrop but part of the story itself.
Not every love story belongs in a studio. Some belong on ridgelines, in open valleys, in the quiet between two peaks. I work with couples who feel most like themselves in the mountains, where connection feels real, raw, and alive.
BEHIND THE CAMERA
Nikolett Mayer
Basel based photographer for adventurous couples in the Alps
I’m Nikolett, a photographer based near Basel, and I travel across Switzerland, from Lucerne to Lauterbrunnen, Grindelwald, Zermatt, and beyond, to capture timeless love stories for couples who feel most alive in nature.
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I’m an expat who has been living in Switzerland for over seven years. When I first moved here, I bought my very first camera to document our hikes with my husband and the breathtaking nature around us. We spent countless weekends exploring wild, quiet trails far from the crowds, always drawn to the sense of freedom the mountains gave us.
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After my daughter was born, something shifted. Nature photography alone no longer felt enough. I wanted to capture not just how it looks, but how it feels, the laughter between steps, the quiet connection between two people, and the kind of moments that become future nostalgia. I started photographing families in the mountains, but I found myself craving more adventure, longer hikes, and more movement.
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That is why I now focus on couples, engagements, intimate weddings, and elopements in the Swiss Alps.
A mountain session is not just a photoshoot. It is time spent moving through nature together.
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You hike, explore, pause, breathe, and I follow your rhythm, documenting what unfolds naturally.This is not about perfection, but about presence.
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For couples who feel more at home outdoors than anywhere else, who value experience over perfection, want something real rather than staged, and see adventure as part of their relationship.
The Swiss Alps are not just a backdrop, They are part of your story
PRICING
Couples Photoshoot - Proposal Photoshoot - Mountain Elopments - Intimate Weddings
Step 1: Session Fee
All my sessions include:
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Session Guide
A thoughtfully created guide with location suggestions in the Swiss Alps, outfit inspiration for mountain conditions, and practical tips to help you feel prepared, comfortable, and confident throughout your session. Everything is designed to support a relaxed and natural experience in the mountains.​
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Flexible Session Time
Sessions last up to 2 hours with no rush and no strict timeline. We move at your pace, allowing space for you to explore, connect, and fully experience the mountains while real, unposed moments unfold naturally.
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Online Gallery
Your images are delivered in a private online gallery, where you can revisit your session and choose your favorites at your own pace. You can expect a minimum of 80 carefully edited images to choose from.
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Travel & Fees Included
Everything is taken care of. Travel to your chosen mountain location, hiking spots, or gondola access within the Swiss Alps is included, with no hidden costs along the way.
Swiss Alps session fee: CHF 450
Step 2: Purchase the images you love
You will select your images only after viewing your gallery, allowing you to invest in what you truly love, with no upfront commitment.
Essential Collection
+ CHF 300
30 high resolution images for download
Memory Collection
+ CHF 450
50 high resolution images for download
Full Story Collection
+ CHF 600​
Full access to your entire gallery, along with a CHF 100 credit to create something tangible, whether it is wall art, a beautiful album, or fine art prints from your images.
"We had our couples/engagement photoshoot with Niki in the Alps, and we couldn’t have asked for a better experience. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful, and the session was incredibly easy and enjoyable, time just flew by, we loved it. he chose the perfect location and also helped us with our outfit choices!
We’re so happy with the results and would highly recommend Niki to anyone looking for an effortless and enjoyable photoshooting experience."
Make your love story tangible
Your time in the Swiss Alps preserved as a timeless coffee table book
Your most meaningful photos deserve more than to sit forgotten on a hard drive, lost among thousands of random selfies and screenshots. They deserve to be seen, felt, and remembered.
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Have you ever discovered an old family album tucked away in a drawer and suddenly been transported back in time, seeing familiar faces, reliving cherished moments, and reconnecting with loved ones who may no longer be with us?
That’s why every online gallery I deliver includes access to a personalized print store, where you can easily turn your favorite session photos into beautiful prints, albums, or wall art—made to last and bring joy for years to come.
