What Will You Find In Château D’Estoublon?
Created in 1489, this 200-hectare property stands out for its gorgeous views and lush gardens, excellent gastronomy, and wine/olive oil production. If you are planning a wedding there, you can enjoy all of these benefits while you and your guests stay in the luxurious rooms of the castle.
Château d’Estoublon Surroundings
Located in the heart of Provence, between Arles and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, the Domaine leans against the southern slopes of the Alpilles. There you’ll find stunning landscapes surrounded by nature, making it an idyllic setting for a wedding at Château d’Estoublon.
How to get to Château d’Estoublon
If you are arriving by plane, you can choose to go to Marseille, and then get a car or a helicopter transfer to the property (90 km). Whether you’re traveling for a visit or for a wedding at Château d’Estoublon, the journey will be worth it.
Gastronomic Experience
One of the highlights of a wedding at Château d’Estoublon is the amazing gastronomic experience. From its renowned restaurants to its wines and olive oils, you will be able to marvel at the local cuisine.
But be careful. One of the major advantages of organizing a wedding at Château d’Estoublon is the freedom it gives the bride and groom to work with the service providersof their choice. They can call on recognized experts to enhance every aspect of the wedding. In fact, my favorite service providers have already had the opportunity to work at Château d’Estoublon and will be able to meet your expectations perfectly.
Château d’Estoublon Restaurants
The property offers three options:
La Table
Led by the chef Wim Van Gorp, the restaurant La Table D’Estoublon offers a refined cuisine experience with fresh, local, and seasonal products —an ideal choice for a reception at a wedding at Château d’Estoublon. There, you’ll find some jewels of gourmet Provence like lamb from the Alpilles, pork from the Ventoux, fish from the Mediterranean, rice from the Camargue, citrus fruits from Menton, vegetables from the garden, and, of course, olives from the Domaine.
The Kamado
On weekends and public holidays, it is possible to try this different type of barbecue that originated in Japan. Done in a hermetically sealed grill, it offers meat, fish, and vegetables braised and smoked in olive wood and vines from the estate. A unique touch for a wedding at Château d’Estoublon.
The Potager du Domaine
Its menu is inspired by the harvests of Domaine’s vegetable garden – so, there you’ll find fresh dishes with aromatic plants, vegetables, fruit, berries, and flowers, perfect for an authentic experience for your wedding at Château d’Estoublon.
Château d’Estoublon Wines
The property has 20 hectares of organic vineyard, where they have been cultivating wines since 1489. These wines are a staple at any wedding at Château d’Estoublon, offering guests an exquisite tasting experience.
There you can find grapes like Grenache, Syrah, Cabernet-Sauvignon, Mourvèdre, Roussanne and Marsanne. This means that they produce white, red, and rosé wines. There, the wines are known for the typicity of their terroir. A gravity-fed winery is being built as well.
Château d’Estoublon Olive Oil
Estoublon olive oils have become one of the most renowned in the Vallée-des-Baux-de-Provence appellation. These exceptional oils add an authentic local touch to your wedding at Château d’Estoublon. They blend different varieties like Bouteillan, Salonenque, Grossane, Béruguette, and Picholine to achieve the best results. Their rare bottles have just won the New York International Olive Oil Competition.
Hospitality: Château d’Estoublon Hotel
Be ready to get the keys to the Château for a few days! I promise you won’t regret it! If you are planning a wedding at Château d’Estoublon, you can privatize the property for a few days and make your guests enjoy all the comforts of a Provençal residence. The castle offers twenty-two rooms, ten bedrooms, and suites (maximum of 20 people to sleep). The coolest part is that all rooms have a unique decor – so all your guests will have a personalized experience.
Getting married at Château d’Estoublon: what can you expect from your wedding weekend?
If you decide to get have a wedding at Château d’Estoublon, you’ll be able to enjoy all of this:
Pre and post-wedding experiences
For couples that are planning a destination wedding, Château d’Estoublon is just perfect, because you are allowed to include different pre and post-wedding events for your guests.
What I love most is having welcome drinks in the Carré des Oliviers, overlooking the lavender fields. The Potager is also a great option, with the possibility of setting up a long table under a canopy of wisteria and vines for dinner afterwards. These unique spaces offer an immersive Provencal experience, making every moment of your wedding celebration unforgettable.
For the meals, guests can have an outdoor gourmet breakfast or a picnic, and lunch in the dining room when for the chateau residents, prepared by the La Tabled’Estoublon’s chef. For the rehearsal dinner, it is possible to host it in the shade of olive trees or vineyards at sunset.
Moreover, visitors can do a 45-minute guided tour of the vineyard and olive grove, followed by wine and olive oil tastings, with a 20 guests groups.
The ceremony
The estate covers 200 hectares – this way, you can invite up to 250 guests for your wedding at Château d’Estoublon. Depending on how many people will attend, you can choose a specific place for your ceremony. If it is an intimate celebration, you have it at their chapel (maximum 15-20 ppl), by the pool, in the garden, or on the terrace. For bigger weddings, its gardens, or facing the chateau, on the parvis.
Walking down the aisle
The spectacular surroundings of the estate provide stunning backdrops for a wedding at Château d’Estoublon. Depending on where you decide to host your ceremony, it might offer you different views of this special moment. One of the brides’ preferred entrances is the staircase, with the ceremony held on the parvis of the Château. This way, they leave the Château and have a full view of the space.
On the other hand, it is possible to have the ceremony in the gardens, while integrating the fountains that brings a whimsical touch of the ceremony.
How your photos will look like
If you are getting married at Château d’Estoublon, you can expect to have some photos with your beloved one in a stunning environment. If you love the outdoors, you can choose either to have some photos at the olive groves or the vineyards (or both). The charming staircase is also a gorgeous spot to take some shots. Its lush gardens are a great landscape for photos as well. And, I can not forget to mention Château itself, with its amazing architecture from the 18th century.
The reception
A wedding at Château d’Estoublon can be held either outdoor – or with a glasshouse to set up with our preferred partners. The gardens are a very charming ambiance to set the tables – some couples rent tents to protect themselves from the rain. You can also add some sparkle lights to set a romantic decor.
How to plan a wedding at Château d’Estoublon?
First and foremost, the international wedding planner Muriel Saldalamacchia has wide experience when it comes to planning a wedding at Château d’Estoublon. We have already organized beyond 13 weddings over the decades at the castle. However, this doesn’t mean that your party will look like the others – each one of the weddings was totally different from the other, as the property allows us to use the areas in diverse ways. And, of course, we’ll take into account each couple’s personalities and tastes to create an unforgettable experience.
So, firstly, our advice is to hire a wedding planner that knows the Provence region and the property very well. To organize each step of the wedding flawlessly and get the best vendors, it is recommended to plan it from 6 to 18 months in advance.
Perfect Wedding Decor For A Wedding At Château D’Estoublon
Since the Castle offers a classic – but at the same time romantic – atmosphere, the wedding decor can offer the same pattern. Pastel and light colors with a greenery touch might give an elegant touch to your decor. Since we are in Provence, using lavender would be a great choice. But since it’s last renovation, a place for grandeur is now very welcome.
How Much Does It Cost To Get Married At Château d’Estoublon?
I know, this is the crucial question: how much does a wedding at Château d’Estoublon cost? Long story short: forget everything you read or knew about the costs of weddings at Château d’Estoublon. Since its renovation ended early 2022, Château d’Estoublon is more than ever the place to get married in the South of France.
With now only a few weddings per year, only some happy few will be able to offer themselves the unique dream of a fairytale there. If you plan to have a 3-day wedding there (minimum required) while having 120 guests (you can have much more than 120 guests) the cost of a wedding at Château d’Estoublon is at least – at very least – 350.000€ for the whole wedding including all vendors with a planner. All the weddings we managed there had many different styles and vibes, but always been very elegant and timeless. However, depending on the level of luxury and personalization, the cost of a wedding at Château d’Estoublon can be considerably higher.
A Château d’Estoublon wedding is more than just a celebration—it’s an unforgettable experience, blending history, elegance, and the breathtaking beauty of Provence. From the exquisite gastronomy and world-renowned wines to the stunning landscapes and luxurious accommodations, every detail contributes to a once-in-a-lifetime event. Of course, the cost of a wedding at Château d’Estoublon reflects this unparalleled exclusivity, ensuring that each wedding hosted here is nothing short of extraordinary. If you envision yourself exchanging vows in this remarkable setting, let’s start planning your wedding today.
