Hotel

Château de Vaugrignon

37320 Esvres, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), 25 minutes

Guests arrive through wrought-iron gates to discover a 19th-century château overlooking the Loire Valley, where stone terraces and manicured gardens provide the setting for ceremonies and receptions. The hotel offers 28 individually decorated rooms where wedding parties and families can stay steps from celebration spaces, eliminating the logistics of scattered accommodations. Rated 4.6/5 on Google, the venue balances historic architecture with modern hospitality services.

Highlights

28 on-site guest rooms within the château property for multi-day wedding celebrations
Grounds include a chapel, formal gardens, and terrace overlooking Loire Valley vineyards
Located in Esvres, 15 minutes from historic Tours city center via car
4.6/5 Google rating from verified guests
Full-service hotel with restaurant, bar, and event coordination staff

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportTUF

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Plan your wedding at Château de Vaugrignon

Getting there

Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF)

25 minutes to venue

Private car/taxi

€40-60

25 minutes · From Tours airport to château (20 km)

Train + car

€80-150

2 hours total · TGV from Paris CDG to Tours (1 hour 15 min), then taxi/rental car to Esvres (15 min)

Rental car

€45-70/day rental

25 minutes · From Tours airport; 15 km to venue via D976

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,500-3,000

Reception (per guest)

€80-150

Accommodation (per night)

€120-250 per room

Estimated total

€8,000-25,000 for 60-80 guests over 2 days

Pricing varies by season, day of week, and customization. Hotel rate depends on room category. Contact venue for precise quote. Estimate includes ceremony space, reception catering, and standard event coordination; excludes external vendors, décor, photography, and florals.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday evening

6:00 PMGuest arrival and welcome reception in château bar or terrace

Saturday morning

10:30 AMCeremony in on-site chapel or garden space

Saturday afternoon

12:30 PMCocktail reception and aperitif on terrace

2:00 PMSeated reception and dinner in main dining room

Saturday evening

9:00 PMDancing and dessert service

Sunday morning

8:00 AMBreakfast for remaining guests before departure

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we hold both ceremony and reception at the château?

Yes. The property features multiple event spaces including an on-site chapel for ceremonies and dining rooms with garden access for receptions. The terrace and grounds accommodate both daytime and evening celebrations.

How many guests can the venue accommodate?

Château de Vaugrignon hosts 20 to 150 guests depending on which spaces and configurations you select for ceremony and reception.

Is accommodations included with the venue rental?

Room rental is separate from event space rental. The 28 on-site rooms are available for guests at nightly rates. Bulk room blocks can be arranged through the venue coordinator.

What is the nearest airport?

Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF) is approximately 20 kilometers away, about a 25-minute drive. Paris airports (CDG and Orly) are 2.5 hours by car or rail.

Are outside catering and vendors permitted?

Contact the venue directly at http://www.chateau-vaugrignon.com/ or through their event coordinator to discuss vendor policies and any restrictions.