Historic Wedding Venues in France

Weddings are special occasions that have been celebrated in historic locations for generations. Read more

Some of these places not only offer a romantic and memorable setting, but also an atmosphere steeped in history. These could be churches, castles, mansions, palaces, town halls or any other notable building with a rich history. These places offer the bride and groom a timeless and unique experience for their wedding.

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Château de la Mothe Chandeniers

Les Trois Moutiers, Vienne
An exceptional work, mysterious and romantic, a place of character and charm, authentic and friendly, chic and refined, which aims to celebrate the event of your choice.
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  • 250
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • €3,500 – €6,400
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Le Domaine de Passy

Varennes-lès-Narcy, Nièvre
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Célébrez votre mariage dans un lieu authentique et plein de charme, à quelques mètres du château médiéval de Passy-les-Tours dans la Nièvre.
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  • 50
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • €500 – €1,600
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Les Maisons Du Bonheur

Fleurie, Rhône
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Transmis de génération en génération, le domaine est l’héritage d’une exploitation viticole au coeur du Beaujolais où l’ensemble des bâtisses et chais ont été minutieusement restaurés afin d’accueillir vos événements privés.
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  • 70
  • 28 Bedrooms
  • From €7,350
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Le Pavillon Dauphine Saint Clair

Paris, Paris
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An emblematic and historic Parisian monument, the Pavillon Dauphine is the showcase crystallizing the 35 years of know-how of Saint Clair le Traiteur in the organization of refined events in Paris.
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  • 350
  • €26,000 – €31,250
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Domaine Grand Piquecaillou

Saint-Maixant, Gironde
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Enjoy a unique experience at Domaine Grand Piquecaillou, a superb estate in the heart of Entre-deux-Mers, 40 minutes from Bordeaux.
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  • 150
  • €5,990 – €10,499
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Château de Luponnas

Vonnas, Ain
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It is in a charming and unique setting, located an hour from Lyon, between Mâcon and Bourg-en-Bresse, that the Château de Luponnas welcomes you to make your wedding an unforgettable day.
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  • 160
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • €5,500 – €5,900
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Château de Bouesse en Berry

Bouesse, Indre
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Privatization of the site from Friday to Sunday; 3 rooms for 30, 80 and 250 people for dinner; outdoor cocktail reception for 400 people; 32 beds; landscaped gardens; church opposite the castle; castle in a village; private parking; 10 minutes from the motorway;
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  • 220
  • 16 Bedrooms
  • €2,900 – €6,900
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Grand Hôtel de l'Opéra

Toulouse, Haute-Garonne
Stay in a unique setting combining a rich history with modern comfort. The Grand Hôtel de l'Opéra opens its doors to you: a 4-star hotel located in downtown Toulouse on the Place du Capitole. Cozy and refined atmosphere.
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  • 50
  • 55 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Chateau de Séréville

La Belliole, Yonne
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If you dream of a wedding off the beaten track with Nature as your witness, yet chic but not kitsch, if you wish to welcome your guests, as if at home, for a weekend in the heart of a large forest an hour from Paris.
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  • 12 Bedrooms
  • From €6,991
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Manoir de Cahan

Grand-Fougeray, Ille-et-Vilaine
The Domaine de CAHAN welcomes the events of your life in an exceptional place. In the great outdoors, ideally located between Nantes, Rennes and Vannes, its 11-hectare park is a festival of beauty.
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  • 200
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Château de Nenon

Éclans-Nenon, Jura
Un mariage hors du commun dans le Jura ? Le Château de Nenon vous accueille dans son décor unique et surprenant pour une réception inoubliable !
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  • Upon request
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Château de Fontanges

Onet-le-Château, Aveyron
Write your story in an exceptional estate: Château de Fontanges... ‍ A true natural and historical setting to bring a unique wedding to life.
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  • 200
  • 48 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Château de Louise de La Vallière

Reugny, Indre-et-Loire
The Château Louise de la Vallière, a 5-star luxury hotel, offers an exceptional setting to celebrate the most beautiful day of your life. Combining history, elegance, and refinement, our establishment promises an unforgettable temporal and sensory experience.
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  • 60
  • 20 Bedrooms
  • Upon request
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Hôtel du Parc****

mulhouse, Haut-Rhin
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Give your wedding a prestigious and timeless setting at Hôtel du Parc**** in Mulhouse. Elegant salons, a charming garden, gourmet menus, and luxurious accommodations for an unforgettable celebration. Contact us for an exceptional wedding experience!
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  • 200
  • 76 Bedrooms
  • From €2,000
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Domaine de la Groirie

Trangé, Sarthe
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The Château de la Groirie welcomes you on the big day for a magical atmosphere worthy of a fairy tale! The castle, with its unique charm, has retained its original decor, within a park of almost one hundred hectares.
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  • 110
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • €20,000 – €24,000
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Hôtel Chais Monnet & Spa

Cognac, Charente
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Nestled in the heart of Charente, the Hotel Chais Monnet & Spa offers you a unique setting to celebrate your wedding in complete serenity.
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  • 150
  • 92 Bedrooms
  • €2,000 – €7,000
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Château de Potelières

Potelières, Gard
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Château de Potelières is an exceptional wedding venue in the heart of the Gard, offering an elegant and authentic setting to celebrate your special day. With flexible indoor and outdoor spaces, romantic gardens, and on-site accommodation, we provide
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  • 200
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • €12,000 – €20,000
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Château Belle Epoque

Linxe, Landes
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Un mariage au Château Belle Epoque, c'est le gage d'un moment exceptionnel à partager avec votre famille et vos amis. Tout est fait pour que cet instant reste à jamais gravé dans votre mémoire.
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  • 150
  • €16,000 – €34,000
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Château Montus

Castelnau-Rivière-Basse, Gers
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Book a legendary location for your exceptional events! Château Montus welcomes you to celebrate the most beautiful day of your life.
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  • 300
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château d'Artigny

Montbazon, Indre-et-Loire
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15km from Tours, in the heart of the Châteaux de la Loire, this luxurious château, dreamed up during the Belle Époque by the perfumer François Coty, is ideal for magnificent receptions.
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  • 300
  • 56 Bedrooms
  • From €29,500
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Abbaye Royale de Fontevraud

Fontevraud-l'Abbaye, Maine-et-Loire
The Fontevraud team designs with you your wedding, or your family event, rich in emotions. According to your desires, we mobilize our creativity and our skills in scenography, lighting, etc.
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  • 400
  • 54 Bedrooms
  • From €20,000
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Villa Yora

Paris, Paris
Villa Yora, formerly Villa Frochot, historic place in the district, recognized and listed as heritage for its famous Hokusai stained glass window. Today the place is a festive Peruvian restaurant that can be privatized and welcomes you into a unique world.
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  • 170
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de Ripaille

Thonon-les-Bains, Haute-Savoie
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Who has never dreamed of celebrating their wedding in the most magical of places? Discover without further delay the place you need for your ceremony: the magical Château de Ripaille.
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  • 120
  • €5,400 – €7,000
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Le Clos du Phare

Saint-Samson-de-la-Roque, Eure
The Domaine du Clos du Phare is a magical place surrounded by nature. More than just a reception venue, we offer a wide range of quality services.
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  • 100
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Shangri-La Paris

Paris, Paris
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In 1896, the palace located at 10 avenue d'Iéna was the home of Prince Bonaparte and the meeting place of the Parisian bourgeoisie.
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  • 270
  • From €305.00 pp
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Château du Prieuré d'Evecquemont

Évecquemont, Yvelines
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The Château du Prieuré d'Evecquemont is a magnificent exceptional residence "Folie Louis XVI neo-classical" built in a completely enclosed park sheltered from view and completely privatized for your event.
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  • 70
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • €3,900 – €10,000
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Château de Saint-Girons

Les Milles, Bouches-du-Rhône
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GET MARRIED AT CHATEAU DE SAINT-GIRONS The first wedding took place in 1988. Since then, many couples have celebrated their union here.
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  • 130
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • €4,500 – €7,000
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WHITE HOUSE CANNES

Cannes, Alpes-Maritimes
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Why do creative industry professionals choose to work with WHITE HOUSE CANNES? Location, location, location…
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  • 80
  • 15 Bedrooms
  • From €1,000.00 pp
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Château de Malliac

Montréal-du-Gers, Gers
For more than eight centuries, the history of Gascony and that of the founder of this Château located in the south of the beautiful Dordogne have been linked.
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  • 300
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de Baillant

Vendeuvre-du-Poitou, Vienne
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Looking for the ideal venue for your wedding? Château de Baillant opens the doors to you to celebrate your wedding. 20 minutes from Poitiers and at the gates of Futuroscope, Le Château de Baillant dating from the 19th century is an extremely rare place.
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  • 200
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • €10,000 – €14,998
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Château de la Sebrandière

Le Gué-de-Velluire, Vendée
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Laissez vous charmer par Le château de la Sebrandière, un ancien prieuré, totalement réhabilité et réaménagé de tout le confort moderne. C’est aujourd’hui une magnifique demeure qui retrouve son charme d’antan !
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  • 130
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • €5,500 – €7,000
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Château Beauchêne

Piolenc, Vauclause
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Château Beauchêne is a family wine estate producing Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Côtes-du-Rhône Villages, and Côtes-du-Rhône, for 11 generations.
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  • 150
  • €5,600 – €7,700
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Manoir de Beaumarchais

Les Chapelles-Bourbon, Seine-et-Marne
Located on the outskirts of Paris, a few minutes from Disneyland Paris, Le Manoir de Beaumarchais is located in Chapelles-Bourbon in Seine-et-Marne. It welcomes you in a historic setting where pleasure meets prestige.
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  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Hôtel Restaurant Le Cep

Beaune, Côte-d'Or
The Hotel Le CEP, a 5-star establishment with 61 rooms including 36 suites, is an institution renowned worldwide for the quality and warmth of its hospitality.
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  • 61 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Abbaye des Capucins****

Montauban, Tarn-et-Garonne
In the heart of the South-West, in Occitanie, enter the cozy world of our hotel in Montauban and 50km from Toulouse. Historical heritage of the region and Tarn et Garonne, the Capuchin Abbey is pleasantly arranged for your comfort.
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  • 200
  • 116 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Domaine Beausoleil

Merville, Haute-Garonne
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Domaine Beausoleil - A charming setting for your exceptional wedding Just a few minutes from Toulouse, Domaine Beausoleil invites you to write your love story in an enchanting setting.
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  • 120
  • €3,500 – €4,200
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Château d'Hallines

Hallines, Pas-de-Calais
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Hallines Castle is the ideal place to relax and spend quality time together, especially when there are many of you.
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  • 140
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • €6,400 – €7,000
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Château de Pondres

Villevieille, Gard
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Rich in a history spanning nine centuries, the Château de Pondres located near Sommières in the Gard, between the Mediterranean and the Cévennes. An authentic place from the 12th century, classified as a historic monument.
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  • 24 Bedrooms
  • From €7,500
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Château de Berg

Berg-sur-Moselle, Moselle
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Château de Berg is an exceptional venue in Moselle, offering elegant spaces, premium service, and a tailored experience for unforgettable weddings.
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  • 140
  • 20 Bedrooms
  • €3,990 – €14,900
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Château de la Palud

Moye, Haute-Savoie
Your wedding between Annecy and Geneva, in an enchanting setting Experience the wedding of your dreams at the Château de La Palud, a stone's throw from Annecy and Geneva
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  • 200
  • Luxury ($$$)
FAQ's

Why do couples choose historic wedding venues in France?

Couples often choose historic wedding venues in France for their beauty, architecture and history. These places offer a romantic and elegant setting to celebrate their union, as well as a touch of prestige and tradition.

Additionally, many historic venues in France offer superior wedding services, with refined menus, luxurious rooms for guests, and spectacular gardens and grounds for the ceremony and reception.


Which region of France is home to the most historic wedding venues?

It's difficult to say with certainty which region of France is home to the greatest number of historic wedding venues, as there are many locations across the country that have great historical and cultural value.

However, some regions are better known for their historical heritage and remarkable architecture, such as the Loire region, the Burgundy region, the Normandy region and the Provence region.


What are the recommended lead times for booking a historic wedding venue in France?

It is recommended to book a historic wedding venue in France at least a year in advance, especially if you have a specific date in mind.

Historic wedding venues are often very popular and booked up months or even years in advance, especially during wedding season. It is also advisable to visit the premises in person before booking to be sure the place suits your needs and expectations.


Are historic wedding venues affordable in France?

Prices for historic wedding venues in France vary widely depending on many factors such as location, size, facilities, season and services included. In general, historic wedding venues in France can be quite expensive, especially in the more popular areas. However, there are also more affordable options in lesser-known locations.

It's important to do your research and compare prices to find a historic wedding venue that fits your budget.


What is the maximum number of guests a historic wedding venue can accommodate in France?

The maximum number of guests a historic wedding venue can accommodate in France will depend on the venue in question. Some historic venues are very spacious and can accommodate several hundred guests, while others are smaller and are better suited to intimate weddings.

Typically, historic wedding venues in France have a capacity ranging from 50 to 500 guests, but this can vary greatly. It is important to check the maximum capacity of the venue before booking to ensure it can accommodate all your guests.


Do historic wedding venues in France have their own wine selection?

Yes, historic wedding venues in France often have their own wine selection. France is famous for its wines and many historic wedding venues offer top quality local wines for weddings.

Some wedding venues even have their own wine cellar and offer tastings to help couples choose the wine that best suits their wedding. It is important to check with the wedding venue in question to find out their wine selection and available options.