- Châteaux, wine estates, and palaces on the French Riviera · our selection of the **most beautiful hotels for a dream wedding** in France.
- We have selected venues capable of **hosting the ceremony, reception, and guests**, in an exceptional setting.
- From Provence to Champagne, find the ideal backdrop for the most beautiful day of your life.
A château surrounded by vineyards, a terrace overlooking the Mediterranean, a French garden enhanced by evening lights, in France, weddings are celebrated in enchanting settings. Here is our selection of the **most beautiful hotels for organising a wedding**, chosen for their location, capacity, and expertise in hosting grand occasions.
Contents
- Château de la Messardière, Saint-Tropez · the Riviera wedding
- Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Vence · an intimate hillside haven
- Les Crayères, Reims · saying ‘I do’ in the heart of Champagne
- Château de Berne, Provence · a wedding amidst the vineyards
- Domaine de la Bretesche, Brittany · a château on the water
- Choosing the Right Wedding Hotel
Château de la Messardière, Saint-Tropez · the Riviera wedding
Overlooking Pampelonne Bay, this Saint-Tropez palace offers an **exceptional panorama of the peninsula and the Mediterranean**. Expansive gardens, terraces, and lounges allow for an open-air ceremony followed by a starlit reception. A prime address for a glamorous wedding on the French Riviera.
Since 2021, Château de la Messardière has joined the **Airelles collection**. This 19th-century château boasts 86 rooms and suites nestled in a 13-hectare park of umbrella pines, just minutes from Pampelonne’s beaches. **A 1000 m² Valmont spa and six dining venues, including a Matsuhisa and a Jardin Tropezina by Jean-François Piège**, create a setting perfectly suited for grand summer receptions.
Château Saint-Martin & Spa, Vence · an intimate hillside haven
Perched on the hills of Vence, this member of the Oetker Collection boasts an olive grove park and sweeping views over the Baie des Anges. Its preserved setting makes it an ideal address for **intimate and refined weddings**, away from the Riviera’s hustle but just minutes from Nice.
Perched on a 35-hectare estate of three-century-old olive trees, Château Saint-Martin & Spa (Oetker Collection) overlooks the Baie des Anges. Its **42 rooms and 6 Provençal villas** are arranged on the hillside around a panoramic infinity pool. The gourmet restaurant Le Saint-Martin, **awarded one Michelin star**, and a La Prairie spa complete the exquisite setting, ideal for an intimate wedding above the Riviera.
Les Crayères, Reims · saying ‘I do’ in the heart of Champagne
What could be more symbolic than a wedding in Champagne? This Belle Époque château, nestled in a seven-hectare park in Reims, combines **Michelin-starred gastronomy with the prestige of grand Champagne houses**. A romantic and festive setting, perfectly suited for exceptional celebrations.
In Reims, Domaine Les Crayères is a Belle Époque château set within a **seven-hectare wooded park**, a Relais & Châteaux member since 1984. Its 20 rooms and suites, its cellar boasting **over 500 Champagne houses**, and its two-Michelin-starred restaurant Le Parc, under the direction of Christophe Moret, make it an address perfectly suited for saying ‘I do’ in the heart of Champagne.
Château de Berne, Provence · a wedding amidst the vineyards
At the heart of a vast wine estate in the Var, Château de Berne combines **endless vineyards, a spa, and Provençal art de vivre**. Its outdoor spaces and capacity make it a sought-after setting for chic country weddings, blending nature and refinement.
Between Lorgues and Flayosc, Château de Berne unfolds a **515-hectare wine estate, including 150 hectares of organic vineyards**. This 5-star Relais & Châteaux property features 34 rooms, suites, and villas, an 800 m² Cinq Mondes spa, and three restaurants, including **Le Jardin de Berne, awarded a Michelin star**. A backdrop of vineyards and hills for a chic country wedding.
Domaine de la Bretesche, Brittany · a château on the water
Reflected in its pond, this medieval château, surrounded by a golf course and a forest, offers a **fairy-tale setting in western France**. A romantic and verdant alternative for couples dreaming of an unconventional wedding.
In Missillac, Domaine de la Bretesche occupies the outbuildings of a **listed 15th-century château, reflected in its pond**, at the heart of 200 hectares of forest. The Relais & Châteaux hotel features around forty rooms, an 18-hole golf course, and a Cinq Mondes spa. Its **reception spaces can accommodate several hundred guests**, for an unconventional Breton wedding.
Choosing the Right Wedding Hotel
Beyond the setting, check the **capacity (ceremony, dinner, guest overnight stays)**, the possibility of privatising all or part of the estate, and the presence of an on-site wedding coordinator. Also consider the season and weather, a covered Plan B is essential for an outdoor reception.
