Sunrise Stroll Through Alfama: Catharina & Sebastian’s Lisbon Engagement

There’s something timeless about Lisbon’s winding cobblestone streets, pastel facades, and tiled walls—and for Catharina and Sebastian, it’s the perfect canvas for their love story. With Catharina’s Portuguese roots and Sebastian’s German heritage, Lisbon is more than just a city they call home; it’s the place where their story has deepened and where they’ll celebrate their wedding later this year.

On a softly overcast morning, the three wandered through Alfama as the city quietly woke around them. The light filtered gently through narrow alleys and hidden viewpoints, creating an atmosphere that felt calm and deeply intimate. No elaborate plans were needed; the charm of Alfama and their natural ease together unfolded into a collection of heartfelt, unscripted moments that perfectly reflect who they are: calm, connected, and quietly joyful.

This session is a beautiful prelude to their wedding in Portugal and a tender reminder that sometimes, the simplest moments—hand in hand on quiet streets—hold the greatest meaning.

“Alfama’s quiet charm gave us all we needed—just the two of them, the morning light, and their laughter echoing through Lisbon’s streets.”

Photographer: Flavia Grandi Photography / @flaviagrandi