Caveau Champagne de Castelnau
Located in Reims's champagne district, Caveau Champagne de Castelnau offers couples direct access to 300+ years of winemaking heritage within a functional estate setting.
Caveau Champagne de Castelnau is an estate destination wedding venue in Reims, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) (CDG), 90–120 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
About Caveau Champagne de Castelnau
Located in Reims's champagne district, Caveau Champagne de Castelnau offers couples direct access to 300+ years of winemaking heritage within a functional estate setting.
You'll host celebrations in authentic cellars and vineyard grounds where your guests can tour production facilities and taste vintages between ceremony and reception.
This working champagne house eliminates the need for separate venue rental and wine sourcing, both happen on-site.
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Beautifull receptions, great service and excellent meal.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- CDG, 120 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Historic champagne producer established in the 18th century with underground cellars carved into chalk
- On-site wine production facility allows guests to tour champagne-making process during events
- Address: 9 Rue Gosset, 51100 Reims, walking distance to UNESCO-listed cathedral and historic district
- Flexible indoor and outdoor spaces accommodate 20–150 guests across multiple rooms
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 3:00 PMGuest arrival and check-in at Reims hotels
- 5:00 PMChampagne tasting and cellar tour for welcome party
- 10:00 AMGuests arrive at Caveau; pre-ceremony photos in vineyard
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- CDG · about 2 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG).
- Typical total
- €4,000–12,000+Aisle estimate
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€4,000–12,000+ for 50 guests (ceremony + reception only; excludes flowers, photography, décor)
- Ceremony fee
- €800–1,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €60–120Aisle estimate
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€60–120 (food + champagne package; varies by menu)
- Room rate
- €80–250 a nightAisle estimate
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€80–250 (Reims hotels near venue; guest responsibility)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 03 26 77 89 00
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing not publicly listed; venue operates on custom quotes. All-inclusive packages may include venue, champagne tasting, and basic catering. Request itemized proposal.
Questions about the venue
Can we customize our wine selection for the reception?+
Yes. As a working champagne house, Castelnau offers champagne tastings and selections from their collection. Discuss preferences with their events team during planning.
Are there accommodation options nearby for out-of-town guests?+
Reims has numerous hotels within 5–15 minutes of the venue, ranging from budget to luxury. The venue can provide recommendations for group rates.
Can we bring in our own caterer?+
Contact the venue directly regarding catering policies. Many French estates require approved vendors, though some allow external catering with fees.
What's the best season to visit for a wedding?+
Spring (April–May) provides blooming vineyard views. Summer is warm but can be crowded.
Are there photo opportunities throughout the property?+
The cellars, vineyard grounds, and historic building exterior provide multiple backdrops. Early morning or golden hour shoots work best in chalk cellars.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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Sources and booking notes
Confirm your dates, guest numbers, room arrangements and inclusions with the venue before booking. An enquiry does not reserve a date. Figures labelled Aisle estimate are modelled from regional rates and public sources; they are not venue quotes.