Record number of couples marry in Norwegian church drop-in ceremonies on Valentine's Day

A record 424 couples married in "drop-in" ceremonies on Valentine's Day in Norway. The Church of Norway offered these spontaneous weddings, aiming to make church ceremonies more accessible. Many couples, like Jan Olav Botnevik and Kristin Torpe, found the simplified process appealing. This initiative may encourage more people to choose church weddings, offering a simpler alternative to traditional or civil ceremonies.