Château des 3 Fontaines is an estate destination wedding venue in Pernes-les-Fontaines, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Provence Airport (Marseille-Provence) (MRS), 50-60 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Château des 3 Fontaines
Château des 3 Fontaines rises from the Provençal landscape near Pernes-les-Fontaines, offering sweeping views across the Vaucluse valley and access to 3 natural fountains on the 12-hectare grounds.
About Château des 3 Fontaines
Château des 3 Fontaines rises from the Provençal landscape near Pernes-les-Fontaines, offering sweeping views across the Vaucluse valley and access to 3 natural fountains on the 12-hectare grounds.
The 17th-century estate combines manicured gardens with Mediterranean terraces, positioned at 210 meters elevation for dramatic light and vistas.
Stone architecture and period details provide authentic French countryside backdrop for ceremonies and receptions.
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Extremely beautiful, can’t wait to do my wedding here !
Arthur De Bono · on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Capacity
- Seated dinner
- 400 guests
- Standing reception
- 500 guests
Staying over
- Rooms
- 12 rooms
- Sleeps
- 34 guests
The ceremony
- Outdoor ceremony
- Yes
Money
- Price
- €10,000 to €30,000 venue feeAisle estimate
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRS, 60 min by carAisle estimate
- Parking
- Yes
- Step-free access
- Yes
The spaces
- Setting
- Countryside, restored, elegant
Venue highlights
- 12-hectare estate with three natural fountains and Mediterranean gardens
- 17th-century château with original period architecture and stonework
- Elevated position (210m) overlooking Vaucluse valley with panoramic views
- On-site accommodation available for up to 50 overnight guests
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 16:00Guest arrivals; check-in to on-site accommodation; welcome aperitif in gardens
- 10:00Bridal preparations in château suites
- 14:00Ceremony on garden terraces or fountain grounds
- 15:30Cocktail reception and photography in gardens
- 19:00Dinner reception in château dining hall or garden pavilion
- 22:00Dancing and evening celebrations
- 09:00Brunch for departing guests; checkout by 11:00
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRS · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Provence Airport (Marseille-Provence).
- Typical total
- €15,000-35,000+Aisle estimate
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€15,000-35,000+ for 75 guests including venue, catering, and overnight lodging
- Ceremony fee
- On request
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Contact venue for specifics
- Reception
- €85-150 a headAisle estimate
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€85-150 (estimated based on region; confirm with château)
- Room rate
- €120-200 a nightAisle estimate
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€120-200 per room (on-site options vary)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 06 89 71 44 21
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing highly variable depending on season, guest count, menu selections, and service add-ons. Request detailed proposal from venue.
Questions about the venue
What time of year has the best weather for an outdoor celebration?+
May through October offers warm, dry conditions typical of Provence. June and September provide ideal temperatures (68-77°F) without extreme heat. Spring flowers bloom March-May; autumn brings golden light in September-October.
Can ceremonies take place outdoors on the grounds?+
Yes. Multiple locations exist including garden terraces, fountain areas, and shaded groves. Weather contingency covered by indoor spaces within the château itself.
Is accommodation included with venue rental?+
The château offers on-site rooms and cottages for guest accommodation, typically booked separately from venue fees. Capacity of approximately 50 overnight guests across all lodging options.
What's included in the venue package?+
Contact the venue directly via https://chateau3fontaines.com/ for specific package details, as offerings vary based on guest count, date, and services selected.
Are outside caterers permitted?+
Policy on external catering partners should be confirmed with the venue management when discussing your event plans.
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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.
Sources for individual venue facts
Seated dinner: 400 guests
“La salle d’honneur est idéalement aménagée pour votre dîner de mariage et votre salle de bal, pouvant accueillir jusqu’à 400 personnes assises et 500 convives en configuration cocktail.”
Read the source for seated dinnerStanding reception: 500 guests
“La salle d’honneur est idéalement aménagée pour votre dîner de mariage et votre salle de bal, pouvant accueillir jusqu’à 400 personnes assises et 500 convives en configuration cocktail.”
Read the source for standing receptionRooms: 12 rooms
“Le Château des 3 Fontaines offre 10 chambres doubles dont 1 chambre adaptée aux personnes à mobilité réduite et deux chambres de quatre personnes disposant chacune d’une salle-de-bains privative.”
Read the source for roomsSleeps: 34 guests
“Avec 34 couchages sur place, prolongez la fête au cœur de la Provence.”
Read the source for sleepsOutdoor ceremony: Yes
“Pour votre cérémonie laïque, le parc arboré procure un cadre idyllique avec plusieurs emplacements possibles selon le nombre d’invités.”
Read the source for outdoor ceremonyParking: Yes
“Le parking spacieux peut accueillir jusqu’à 150 véhicules, facilitant l’arrivée et le départ de vos invités.”
Read the source for parkingStep-free access: Yes
“Le Château des 3 Fontaines offre 10 chambres doubles dont 1 chambre adaptée aux personnes à mobilité réduite et deux chambres de quatre personnes disposant chacune d’une salle-de-bains privative.”
Read the source for step-free accessSetting: Countryside, restored, elegant
“Le Château des Trois Fontaines est un joyau d’architecture situé à l’entrée du village provençal de Pernes-les-Fontaines, entre Avignon et Carpentras.”
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