Hotel

Château De Pondres

30250 Villevieille, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Nîmes-Alès-Camargue Airport (NCE), 45 minutes

Château De Pondres offers the logistical advantage of on-site accommodation, eliminating the need to coordinate separate lodging for your wedding party. This 18th-century château in southern France provides 30 guest rooms within its grounds, allowing you to host ceremonies, receptions, and multi-day celebrations without guests traveling between venues. The property spans 12 hectares of landscaped grounds near the Camargue region.

Highlights

30 guest rooms available on-site for wedding parties and overnight guests
12 hectares of private grounds for ceremony and reception flexibility
Located in Villevieille, 45 minutes from Nîmes, in the heart of Provence-Camargue wine country
Accommodates up to 150 guests for seated dinners and receptions
Google rating of 4.3/5 based on verified guest reviews

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportNCE

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Plan your wedding at Château De Pondres

Getting there

Nîmes-Alès-Camargue Airport (NCE)

45 minutes to venue

Car rental

€40–60 per day rental + fuel

45 minutes · Rent from Nîmes airport; GPS coordinates 30250 Villevieille

Private transfer service

€80–150 per transfer (1–4 passengers)

45 minutes · Arrange through château concierge or local car service

Train + car

€15–25 train + €30–50 taxi

1 hour total · Nîmes train station to château via rental car or taxi

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

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Reception (per guest)

€80–150 (estimated; confirm with château)

Accommodation (per night)

€120–250 per room (estimated; seasonal variation)

Estimated total

€8,000–25,000+ for 50–100 guests, 2–3 nights

All-inclusive packages with accommodation may offer better value. Contact http://www.chateaudepondres.fr/ for tailored quotes.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

3:00 PMGuest arrival and room check-in at château

7:00 PMWelcome dinner in château gardens or dining hall

Saturday

4:00 PMWedding ceremony (garden or indoor venue on grounds)

5:30 PMCocktail reception and aperitifs

7:30 PMSeated dinner and dancing

Sunday

10:00 AMFarewell breakfast before guest departure

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we host both ceremony and reception at the château?

Yes. The château offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces across its 12-hectare estate, allowing you to customize ceremony locations and reception layouts to match your vision.

Is accommodation included in the wedding package?

Guest rooms are available at the château. Accommodation rates and wedding package inclusions should be confirmed directly with the venue, as pricing varies by season and group size.

What's the nearest airport?

Nîmes-Alès-Camargue Airport (NCE) is approximately 45 minutes away. Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) is a 4-hour drive and offers more flight options.

What's the guest capacity?

The château accommodates 20–150 guests depending on your event layout and chosen spaces.

Are there catering options?

Contact the venue directly via http://www.chateaudepondres.fr/ for catering, menu selections, and any dietary accommodation details.

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