Estate

Château du Pin

69480 Morancé, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Estate

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS), 45 minutes by car

Guests arrive at Château du Pin through tree-lined grounds that prepare them for an 18th-century estate experience in the Rhône Valley. Stone terraces, manicured gardens, and period architecture create multiple ceremony and reception backdrops without requiring travel between locations. Your guests will remember the seamless flow from aperitif on the lawn to candlelit dining in restored rooms.

Highlights

18th-century château with original architectural details and period furnishings throughout
On-site capacity for 150 guests with flexible indoor and outdoor spaces
14 hectares of grounds including formal gardens, tree-lined pathways, and multiple ceremony locations
4.9/5 Google rating reflects consistent guest satisfaction and professional event management
Located 45 minutes from Lyon, accessible via regional rail or car with ample parking

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeEstate

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportLYS

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Plan your wedding at Château du Pin

Getting there

Lyon-Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)

45 minutes by car to venue

Private car/chauffeur

€80–150 one-way

45 minutes from airport · Most common option for wedding parties; ample parking at château

Train

€15–25 per person

1.5 hours total · TER regional train from Lyon-Perrache to Morancé station, then taxi/shuttle

Rental car

€40–80 per day rental

45 minutes from airport · N7 highway from Lyon toward Morancé; GPS-friendly address provided

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€500–1,500 (venue rental depends on guest count and season)

Reception (per guest)

€60–120 (food and beverage with approved caterer; pricing varies by menu)

Accommodation (per night)

€90–180 (nearby hotels in Morancé and Lyon; not at château)

Estimated total

€8,000–25,000+ (100-guest wedding including venue, catering, flowers, photography)

Pricing is indicative; contact the venue for detailed quotes. Peak season (May–September) commands higher rates. External vendors typically charge service fees.

Sample wedding weekend

Day Before

3:00 PMVenue walkthrough and final logistics meeting with château coordinator

Wedding Day

10:00 AMGuest arrival; aperitif and welcome on the terrace

2:00 PMCeremony in garden or chapel (30–45 minutes)

3:00 PMCocktail hour on the lawn; group photos with château as backdrop

5:00 PMReception and dinner in main hall or salon

10:00 PMDancing and evening celebration (venue closes at midnight)

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

Frequently asked questions

Can we hold both ceremony and reception on the property?

Yes. The estate offers multiple ceremony locations (chapel, garden terrace, lawn) and several reception spaces, eliminating the need to move guests between venues.

Is accommodation available for out-of-town guests?

The château does not provide guest rooms, but Morancé village and nearby Lyon offer hotels and rental properties within 15-30 minutes of the venue.

What catering options are available?

You may bring your own caterer or work with approved vendors. Contact the venue directly at https://www.lechateaudupin.fr/ for current catering partnerships and requirements.

What is the best season for an outdoor ceremony?

May through September offers reliable weather; April and October are viable with contingency planning. The estate has covered and indoor backup spaces for all seasons.

Are there decoration restrictions?

The château's historic architecture requires sensitivity to the space. Discuss decoration plans with management—minimal additions often work best given the venue's existing character.