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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Château de Lacoste

Castelnaud La Chapelle, Dordogne
(10)
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Located in the heart of the Périgord Noir and in the Dordogne valley, the Château de Lacoste dating from the 18th century opens its doors to celebrate your big day.
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  • 150
  • €10,500 – €12,500
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Château du parc Saint-Lambert

Saint-Lambert-la-Potherie, Maine-et-Loire
(16)
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Explore the classic charm of our Anjou castle. With its sunny orangery and the Hébé pavilion nestled in a tropical palm garden, each area has a unique feel. Come create unforgettable moments.
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  • 300
  • 23 Bedrooms
  • €7,990 – €25,000
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Château de la Motte à Louchy - Montfand

Louchy-Montfand, Allier
(7)
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The Château de la Motte in Louchy-Montfand comprises a large 4.2-hectare park, a castle, and its fully restored outbuildings, perfect for entertaining your guests in an elegant, lush setting. It can also be privatized.
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  • 180
  • 19 Bedrooms
  • €5,600 – €7,900
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Le Domaine du Possible

Eauze, Gers
(11)
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Imagine yourself in this magnificent setting, an 18th century residence with its wooded garden and terraces. The golden light of the end of the day illuminates the surrounding trees and vines...
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  • 200
  • 34 Bedrooms
  • €2,500 – €10,000
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Château de Saint Sixt

Saint-Sixt, Haute-Savoie
(27)
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Situé en plein coeur de Haute-Savoie, le château de Saint-Six est un charmant lieu de tradition vous offrant une vaste gamme de services, et convient parfaitement à la célébration de votre mariage.
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  • 150
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • €5,100 – €11,000
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Château d’Aynac

Aynac, Lot
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A unique place steeped in history to celebrate your union, with a large capacity for accommodation on site, enjoy this castle for a weekend or more...
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  • 110
  • 15 Bedrooms
  • From €4,500
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La Factory

THIZY LES BOURGS, Rhône
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​ Former Beaujolais textile factory then historic headquarters of the famous company Dietaroma, French leader in herbal medicine, La Factory has taken over the premises to host your events, seminars, weddings!
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  • 300
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • €4,500 – €7,500
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Abbaye du Moncel

Pontpoint, Oise
(12)
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Founded in 1309 by Philippe le Bel, the Royal Abbey of Moncel has the charm of a Middle Ages monument and the grandeur of a royal establishment.
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  • 300
  • €3,000 – €4,900
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Le Village de Sully

Rosny-sur-Seine, Yvelines
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A private vintage village for your wedding, with up to 400 guests, 212 beds, a retro bistro, cinema, garden, central square, and more. A unique and welcoming setting in the Île-de-France region, 40 minutes from Paris.
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  • 250
  • From €1
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Bastide de Toursainte

Marseille, Bouches-du-Rhône
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Listed in the inventory of historic monuments, the Bastide de Toursainte is a haven of peace in the heart of Marseille. Benefiting from all the transport and accommodation facilities of a big city, you will have a timeless moment!
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  • 120
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • €4,500 – €16,000
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Domaine du Manoir de la Cour

Saint-Maurice en Cotentin, Manche
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16th-century manor set in 45ha of parkland. 2 reception spaces (180), 17 bedrooms. Outdoor ceremonies. Tailored service for your perfect countryside wedding
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  • 180
  • 17 Bedrooms
  • From €3,920
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Château des Barrenques

Lamotte-du-Rhône, Vaucluse
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Looking for a unique and warm place to celebrate unique moments? The Domaine des Barrenques opens its doors to you for exceptional private events in Provence.
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  • 198
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • €9,000 – €25,750
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Château la Tour de l’Evêque

Pierrefeu-du-Var, Var
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Château la Tour de l’Évêque invites you to an exceptional wedding in Provence, bathed in the charm of the sunset illuminating the vineyards. An elegant and warm outdoor celebration for memories that will last a lifetime.
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  • 150
  • 5 Bedrooms
  • €6,500 – €12,000
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Villa Rose

Sainte Catherine, Rhône
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Recently renovated, this 1900s manor house has retained its timeless charm, while benefiting from modern amenities suitable for large receptions. This 560 m² cottage can be rented in its entirety for your wedding-type events.
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  • 80
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • From €3,659
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Moulin de la Recense

Ventabren, Bouches-du-Rhône
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10 minutes from Aix-en-Provence, typical of the Aix countryside, this oil mill built mainly in the 18th century and completely renovated in 2005 welcomes you in the shade of its plane trees.
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  • 180
  • 1 Bedroom
  • €4,600 – €6,900
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Domaine de Sandricourt*****

Amblainville, Oise
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Just a stone’s throw from Paris, a private château where history meets elegance. A 15th-century chapel, romantic gardens, and guest rooms for your loved ones: experience an unforgettable wedding at the Domaine de Sandricourt.
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  • 200
  • 14 Bedrooms
  • From €12,000
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Château de Saint-Jean-des-Plats

Castelnaudary, Aude
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Between Toulouse and Carcassonne, the Château de Saint Jean des Plats welcomes you for an unforgettable wedding facing the Pyrenees, with 12 rooms on site, a terrace, a swimming pool and outdoor spaces for up to 220 guests.
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  • 220
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • €3,800 – €14,000
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Château de Goudourville

Goudourville, Tarn-et-Garonne
(15)
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This property, with its 1000 years of history, is the perfect setting to celebrate your love. Discover the beauty of its various spaces, from its breathtaking exteriors to its magnificent, history-rich rooms: an unforgettable stay in a unique venue !
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  • 110
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • €4,200 – €7,000
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Château de Villette

Menestreau en Villette, Loiret
(12)
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Notre équipe au service de votre histoire Organiser votre mariage au château de Villette c'est la promesse d'un évènement mémorable et réussi.
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  • 300
  • 24 Bedrooms
  • €4,400 – €7,877
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Domaine de la Tour

Falaise, Calvados
(14)
Nestled in the heart of the Normandy countryside, just 20 minutes south of Caen, Domaine de la Tour invites you to its 7-hectare haven of peace, surrounded by a large forest, the Bois du Roi.
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  • 130
  • 37 Bedrooms
  • €3,995 – €12,995
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Fief Gallet

Pessines, Charente-Maritime
(1)
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Fief Gallet, an exceptional location for unforgettable moments. Reserve a unique space in a protected natural setting for an exceptional wedding in complete privacy!
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  • 250
  • 6 Bedrooms
  • From €5,000
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Château de la Vicomté

Blois, Loir-et-Cher
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A warm, family atmosphere, simple but refined, this is what could characterize your wedding. You will be King and Queen there for a weekend surrounded by your loved ones and friends. We will help you make your party magical for free.
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  • 160
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • From €2,400
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Château de Dio

Dio-et-Valquières (Hérault), Hérault
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At the gates of Béziers and Montpellier, come celebrate your wedding and experience the romance of a medieval building where courtly love was born. Built in the 12th century, the Château de Dio will be delighted to welcome you on your big day.
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  • 140
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • €1,200 – €3,600
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Château du Bois Rignoux

Vigneux-de-Bretagne, Loire-Atlantique
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Vous arrivez sur le parking privé avec éclairage. vous accédez directement au parc, Il s'agit d'une demeure familiale, Accès aux pièces de réception au RDC Avec au deuxième étage, 8 chambres et 35 couchages! La chapelle pour les mariés
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  • 80
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • €1,800 – €3,496
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Le Moulin Morin

Bayeux, Calvados
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Un moulin du XIIIe siècle entouré de nature, à 5 min de Bayeux. Pour un mariage intime, sur plusieurs jours, avec vos proches logés sur place et le charme d’un lieu hors du temps.
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  • 50
  • 21 Bedrooms
  • €2,700 – €8,000
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Fontaine Gaillon

1, Oise
(1)
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Fitz Groups Events is an agency specialized in creating and organizing tailor-made events for both companies and individuals. It designs unique experiences by managing every step of the process.
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  • 200
  • €20,000 – €35,000
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Château de Boucéel***** 30 personnes

Saint James, Manche
(3)
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Château de Boucéel, a Historic Monument near Mont Saint-Michel, offers an elegant and intimate setting for dream weddings. Refined accommodations, a romantic English-style park and personalized services ensure an unforgettable event.
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  • 40
  • 16 Bedrooms
  • €16,000 – €28,000
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La Villa des Hêtres Pourpres

Malmerspach, Haut-Rhin
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Villa des Hêtres Pourpres – A venue of distinction where elegance and history intertwine to create a refined and enchanting setting.
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  • 160
  • 7 Bedrooms
  • €7,500 – €13,000
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Château de Sainte Croix

Sainte-Croix, Dordogne
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Secluded yet accessible, surrounded by idyllic French countryside but just 30 minutes from Bergerac Airport, this Château is a romantic Dordogne masterpiece that offers the perfect backdrop for your dream wedding in France.
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  • 150
  • 12 Bedrooms
  • From €5,500
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Château de Riaucourt

Poissons, Haute-Marne
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Treat yourself to a fairytale wedding at the Château de Riaucourt: romantic park, chapel, vaulted rooms, on-site accommodation and exclusive privatization for an unforgettable moment.
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  • 150
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • From €3,500
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Château Vitry-la-Ville

Vitry-la-Ville, Marne
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This castle, built in the 17th century and then extended in the 18th century on an estate of 17 hectares, is surrounded by rivers and ponds, moats and bridges and an elegant French garden designed by Le Nôtre, all enhanced by two gates.
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  • 200
  • 18 Bedrooms
  • €3,000 – €6,700
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Villa 2 Pas Sages

La Roche-Chalais, Dordogne
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Villa 2 Pas Sages welcomes you in an exceptional setting. Located in Dordogne and on the borders of three departments (Gironde, Charente and Charente Maritime), it is ideally nestled equidistant from Bordeaux, Angoulême and Périgueux.
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  • 150
  • 8 Bedrooms
  • From €5,000
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Château de Brumare

Brestot, Eure
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The Château de Brumare is a venue full of character for a sincere, elegant, and unforgettable wedding, just 1.5 hours from Paris and 40 km from Rouen. Your celebration takes place inside the château itself, an elegant setting nestled in a 19-hectare
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  • 132
  • 10 Bedrooms
  • €3,500 – €5,900
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Manoir du Plessis

Le Rheu, Ille-et-Vilaine
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À deux pas de Rennes, le Manoir du Plessis vous invite dans son écrin du XVIIIe siècle. Un domaine de charme, entre arbres centenaires et miroir d’eau, pour dire “oui” dans un havre de paix empreint d’histoire et de douceur.
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  • 150
  • 15 Bedrooms
  • €3,950 – €8,000
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Chateau Vary

Jarzé Villages, Maine-et-Loire
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A rustic and elegant wedding venue between Angers and Saumur, Château Vary accommodates up to 100 guests and offers on-site accommodation for 35 people in a natural, warm and exclusive setting.
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  • 60
  • 17 Bedrooms
  • From €5,500
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Hôtel de Bourgtheroulde

Rouen, Seine-Maritime
(9)
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A castle-like venue full of history and charm to celebrate your most beautiful moments.
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  • 200
  • 78 Bedrooms
  • €1,000 – €4,500
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La Cour Dorée

Charnay, Rhône
(21)
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Located just 20 minutes from Lyon, in the middle of the vineyards, the Golden Courtyard is a warm and friendly reception place where you will feel wonderfully well surrounded by your family and friends....
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  • 100
  • 1 Bedroom
  • From €3,500
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Château de la Chevallerie

Sainte-Gemme-la-Plaine, Vendée
(15)
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Emblematic historic monument of Vendée, the Château de la Chevallerie, is available for 4 days and 4 nights. Its historic and authentic charm, its flowery and green setting are assets for an original, friendly, festive wedding.
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  • 190
  • €4,200 – €6,200
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Le Prieuré de Bourg Charente

Bourg-Charente, Charente
(12)
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Le Prieuré is a historic French manor house set within its own extensive walled gardens, on the banks of the Charente River. This idyllic 12th century property is located in one of the most picturesque village in south west France.
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  • 250
  • 11 Bedrooms
  • From €3,900
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Le Château de Fère Hôtel ***** & Spa

Fère-en-Tardenois, Aisne
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Le Château de Fère vous promet une expérience féerique et romantique pour le jour le plus important de votre vie. Notre équipe dévouée est à votre disposition pour faire de votre événement une véritable réussite.
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  • 150
  • 35 Bedrooms
  • Luxury ($$$)
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Château de Bienassis

Erquy, Côtes-d'Armor
(22)
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Bienassis is a castle above all human. Between three and five unions are celebrated every summer in its enclosure; each unique, friendly, comfortable, and personal.
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  • 180
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Up to €6,600
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.