Estate

Château de Janvry

91640 Janvry, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Estate

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Paris Orly (CDG/ORY), 1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes total

Located just 40 kilometers south of Paris, Château de Janvry allows you to host a destination wedding without the jet lag—guests can arrive by train and be at the venue in under an hour. This 18th-century estate provides manicured gardens and period architecture as your backdrop, with on-site accommodations to keep your group together. The château's versatile spaces work equally well for intimate ceremonies and multi-day celebrations.

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Highlights

18th-century château situated on 12 hectares of private grounds in the Essonne region
Located 40km from Paris with direct train access to Janvry village (45 minutes from Gare Montparnasse)
Can accommodate up to 150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor event spaces
On-site guest accommodations available in historic manor buildings for multi-day celebrations
Google rating of 4.5/5 from couples and venue visitors

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportCDG/ORY

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Plan your wedding at Château de Janvry

Getting there

Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and Paris Orly (CDG/ORY)

1 hour 15 minutes to 1 hour 45 minutes total to venue

Air

Variable

Variable · International flights to Paris (CDG or ORY)

Train

€25-40 per person

45 minutes from Montparnasse · RER B to Paris Montparnasse, then SNCF regional train to Janvry

Car Service/Shuttle

€50-150+ each way

5-50 minutes depending on origin · From Janvry station or Paris airport directly to château

Private Car Rental

€40-80 per day rental

50-70 minutes · Rent from Paris airport and drive to Janvry

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€3,000-5,000 (venue only)

Reception (per guest)

€90-150 (catering with preferred vendors)

Accommodation (per night)

€120-200 per room (on-site guest housing)

Estimated total

€15,000-35,000+ for 60-80 guests (venue, catering, and basic accommodations)

Final pricing depends on guest count, season, catering selections, and vendor choices. Wine and spirits incur additional charges. Contact the venue directly for detailed quotes.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

Afternoon/EveningGuest arrival, welcome dinner in château gardens or dining hall

Saturday

10:00 AMCeremony in garden or interior chapel

12:00 PMCocktail reception in grounds

2:00 PMSeated reception and dinner

EveningDancing and after-party

Sunday

10:00 AMBrunch before guest departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

What's the best way for international guests to reach the venue?

Fly into Paris (CDG or Orly), take the RER B train to Montparnasse, then a regional train to Janvry station. Arrange a shuttle or car service for the final 5-minute drive to the château.

Can we have both the ceremony and reception on the same day?

Yes. The château offers separate ceremony spaces in the gardens or interior rooms, with adjacent reception halls allowing seamless transitions between events.

Is the venue available year-round?

The estate operates seasonally with peak availability spring through fall. Winter dates are available but weather-dependent; contact the venue directly for specific availability.

How many people can stay overnight at the château?

Guest accommodations vary; the property can house groups of 20-60+ people depending on configuration. Inquire about available rooms and cottage options when booking.

Are outside vendors allowed?

The venue has preferred catering and vendor partnerships but does allow outside professionals. Review their vendor policy and any associated fees on their website.