Historic Wedding Venues in France

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

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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Manoir de Prévasy

Carhaix-Plouguer, Finistère
AN EXCEPTIONAL SETTING The Prévasy manor is the unique place for organizing your events due to its architectural configuration and its private park.
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  • 180
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Château de Villers Bocage

Villers-Bocage, Calvados
The Château de Villers-Bocage offers 32 hectares of park and gardens, a golf driving range of more than 220 meters with putting, a fitness course around the ponds and a multi-sports field
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  • 300
  • 16 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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L'ermitage de Brouilly

Odenas, Rhône
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The Ermitage de Brouilly is located in the heart of Beaujolais. This 18th century residence, completely renovated in 2019, benefits from an exceptional environment in the middle of the vineyards.
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  • 120
  • €600 – €5,900
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Château de St Paul

Boudy-de-Beauregard, Lot-et-Garonne
Share the moment, have fun and celebrate with good friends and family as you have the best time of your life in this incredibly beautiful corner of southwest France.
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  • 100
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Manoir de Kerougas

Assérac, Loire-Atlantique
At the gates of Guérande, the Manoir de Kerougas located in Assérac in the Loire-Atlantique department welcomes you for your weddings
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  • 180
  • Moderate ($$)
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Château de Cypierre

Paray-le-Monial, Saône-et-Loire
Located in Southern Burgundy, in the heart of Charolais-Brionnais, on the border of Auvergne and Rhône-Alpes, Le Château de Cypierre will host your wedding reception in a green setting steeped in history.
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  • 420
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Les Jardins d’Épicure

Bray-et-Lû, Val-d'Oise
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Les Jardins d'Épicure vous invitent à célébrer votre mariage dans un cadre à la fois romantique et naturel. Situé à Bray-et-Lû, dans le Val-d'Oise, ce domaine d’exception s’appuie sur l’élégance d’un château du XIXe siècle et la beauté paisible.
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  • 90
  • 20 Bedrooms
  • From €145.00 pp
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Les Terrasses de la Gournerie

Saint-Herblain, Loire-Atlantique
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Un mariage inoubliable Un Château pour un mariage Inoubliable. Vos invités pourront profiter des terrasses donnant sur le parc ainsi que de son mobilier pour le cocktail apéritif.
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  • 140
  • From €2,400
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Pavillon Baltard

Nogent-sur-Marne, Val-de-Marne
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The Pavillon Baltard hosts numerous events throughout the year. Its volume and modular spaces allow a multitude of configurations
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  • 1000
  • €16,000 – €250,000
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Hôtel Du Parc

Salies-de-Béarn, Pyrénées-Atlantiques
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Ideally located near the Basque coast and the Landes, 40 minutes from Pau and Biarritz, L'Hôtel du Parc, a 3-star establishment, welcomes your wedding in Béarn and other events.
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  • 130
  • 50 Bedrooms
  • €1,500 – €2,000
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Ferme de la Besse

Usclades-et-Rieutord, Ardèche
Perchée à 1200 m au cœur des montagnes ardéchoises, la Ferme de la Besse, bâtisse classée monument historique, offre un cadre unique pour mariages : nature, cuisine locale, produits locaux et hébergement pour prolonger la fête.
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  • Upon request
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L'Orée du Plessis

Le Plessis-aux-Bois, Seine-et-Marne
Cette ancienne grange du XIXème siècle témoin du passé, vous accueille de janvier à décembre au gré des saisons.
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  • 220
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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La Roseraie 80

Sains-en-Amiénois, Somme
We provide you with a characteristic reception area to welcome your friends and family with a capacity of 60 m² allowing us to accommodate up to 60 people standing or 45 people seated during the day.
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  • 45
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de Chazelles

Saint-André-de-Chalencon, Haute-Loire
À Saint-André-de-Chalencon, le Château de Chazelles accueille votre mariage entre élégance et nature : salons de caractère, salle de bal majestueuse, parc arboré et cérémonie laïque sous notre Hêtre pleureur tricentenaire.
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  • 180
  • Upon request
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Domaine de Coubillou

Lamalou-les-Bains, Hérault
Historic estate dating from the 16th century. Located in the Haut Languedoc National Park, the wedding room has a panoramic terrace facing the mountains. The large interior courtyard also allows for this beautiful event.
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  • 90
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Domaine de Bisseret

Lavault-Sainte-Anne, Allier
The Château de Bisseret, in its green setting at the gates of the town of Montluçon, is the ideal place to organize your wedding or your prestigious events
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  • 850
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Moulin Bicheret

Guérard, Seine-et-Marne
Thanks to its atypical and characterful setting, the Moulin Bicheret is an essential place for organizing all types of events.
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  • 150
  • 9 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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La Seigneurie

Rouffiac, Charente-Maritime
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La Seigneurie is a château dating from the 15th and 18th centuries. In the heart of the Saintonge region, it was one of the first noble houses with a central pavilion, built around Saintes and on the left bank of the Charente.
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  • 300
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • From €3,850
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Château Vannières

La Cadière-d'Azur, Var
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Le Château Vannières, joyau du XVIe siècle situé à La Cadière-d’Azur, offre un cadre enchanteur pour votre mariage. Entouré de vignes, il propose des espaces intérieurs et extérieurs, une salle avec vue panoramique sur le vignoble, authentique.
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  • 100
  • €2,900 – €3,197
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Haras de la Potardière

Crosmières, Sarthe
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Vous rêvez d’un mariage élégant, authentique et chargé d’histoire ? Le Haras de la Potardière, niché au cœur de la campagne sarthoise, est un domaine familial du XVIIIe siècle qui offre un cadre chaleureux et raffiné pour célébrer votre grand jour. A
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  • 120
  • 20 Bedrooms
  • From €3,500
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Le Clos d'Amblaincourt

Chambly, Oise
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Nestled at the gates of the Vexin natural park, this preserved green setting and the warm decor of our estate will allow you to share unforgettable moments such as weddings, baptisms... and will offer your events an exceptional setting!
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  • 120
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • From €2,400
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Domaine de la Rayniere

Saint-Antoine-du-Rocher, Indre-et-Loire
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Domaine de La Raynière welcomes you for your most beautiful moments. Nestled in the heart of the Touraine countryside, this elegant 18th-century residence, a former tithe farm, will charm you with its authentic architecture and natural setting.
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  • 400
  • €2,940 – €6,000
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Hôtel & Spa du Château

Lagord, Charente-Maritime
What better place to dream of than a castle worthy of fairy tales to organize your wedding and receptions in Charente-Maritime, near La Rochelle?
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  • 100
  • 20 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de Montgeroult

Montgeroult, Val-d'Oise
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The Château de Montgeroult is a family property, inhabited by the same family since 1831. The château, the outbuildings, the gardens and the park are protected as Historic Monuments. The interior of the commons offers a beautiful bright room.
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  • 120
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • €2,350 – €3,250
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Moulin Madame

Givry, Saône-et-Loire
Moulin Madame is located 5 km from Chalon Sur Saône in southern Burgundy. The main building is a 14th century manor house set in a beautifully wooded park and offering the possibility of truly relaxing stays.
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  • 160
  • Moderate ($$)
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Château de la Lucerne d'Outremer

La Lucerne-d'Outremer, Manche
Are you looking for an elegant place, full of charm and history? Surrounded by a magnificent garden, the Lucerne Castles offer you an exceptional setting to celebrate your wedding.
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  • 150
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • Moderate ($$)
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Château de Maulmont

Saint-Priest-Bramefant, Puy-de-Dôme
This magical place invites the fantasy of the greatest receptions. With its grand towers rising above lush vegetation, the castle is the ideal setting for a dream wedding.
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  • 100
  • 13 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de la Roche Guyon

La Roche-Guyon, Val-d'Oise
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An hour from Paris, in the heart of one of the best preserved sites in Île-de-France, the Château de La Roche-Guyon stages its imposing silhouette from the banks of the Seine to the top of the hill.
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  • 160
  • €3,200 – €4,200
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Le Domaine du Bijoutier

Grignan, Drôme
Discover a sumptuous wedding estate in Provence in Grignan in the Drôme. A place overflowing with charm and character offering you a disconcerting peace and quiet.
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  • 250
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de La Chesnaie

Eaubonne, Val-d'Oise
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Thank you for your interest in the Château de la Chesnaie, classified as a Historic Monument. We will welcome you with joy and will create with you a reception in your image.
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  • 100
  • €2,600 – €3,600
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Château de la Rode

Lempaut, Tarn
1 castle, 7 cottages for 50 people, 300m2 reception tent, 1 swimming pool, 15 hectares of greenery... less than an hour from Toulouse, at the foot of the Montagne Noire, at your disposal for your wedding
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  • 270
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • 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.