Domaine de la Commanderie de Ballan
Domaine de la Commanderie de Ballan stands out as a working estate hotel rather than a purpose-built wedding venue, offering guests genuine French countryside hospitality across its historic grounds near Tours.
Domaine de la Commanderie de Ballan is a hotel destination wedding venue in Ballan-Miré, France, hosting 30 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Tours Val de Loire Airport (TUF), 25 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
About Domaine de la Commanderie de Ballan
Domaine de la Commanderie de Ballan stands out as a working estate hotel rather than a purpose-built wedding venue, offering guests genuine French countryside hospitality across its historic grounds near Tours.
The 12th-century commanderie structure provides authentic stone architecture and manicured gardens without the sterile uniformity of modern event spaces.
This hotel venue allows wedding parties to extend celebrations across multiple days with on-site accommodations, creating an immersive destination experience.
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Incredible location, but some issues with the room, especially considering the cost . Rectified in part by free breakfast for two days ( but then failed to produce the second breakfast, which undid the gesture somewhat ! ).
JM · read the whole review on Google →Capacity, rooms and facilities
Getting there
- Nearest airport
- TUF, 25 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Historic 12th-century commanderie building with original stone architecture
- On-site hotel accommodates up to 150 guests across multiple rooms, enabling multi-day celebrations
- 4.4/5 Google rating reflecting consistent guest satisfaction
- Private grounds include gardens and outdoor ceremony spaces on the 37-hectare estate
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 14:00-18:00Guest arrival, check-in, welcome aperitif in gardens
- 19:30Welcome dinner in estate dining room
- 10:00-11:30Ceremony in garden or commanderie chapel
- 12:00-14:00Cocktail reception on terrace
- 14:30-23:00Reception dinner and dancing
- 09:00-11:00Brunch before departures
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- TUF · about 25 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Tours Val de Loire Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000-20,000Aisle estimate
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€8,000-20,000 for 50-100 guests with 2 nights accommodation
- Ceremony fee
- IncludedAisle estimate
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Included with reception booking
- Reception
- €60-120 a headAisle estimate
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€60-120 (estimated based on menu selections)
- Room rate
- €90-200 a nightAisle estimate
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€90-200 per room
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 09 70 19 31 70
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies significantly by season, menu tier, and date. Winter/spring rates lower than summer. Request formal quote including room blocks, catering, and event coordination fees.
Questions about the venue
Can we have an outdoor ceremony?+
Yes. The estate grounds accommodate outdoor ceremonies with garden backdrops and covered pavilion options available depending on guest count and season.
How many guests can stay overnight?+
The on-site hotel accommodates up to 150 guests in various room configurations, though specific availability depends on booking dates and room types.
What's included in wedding packages?+
Contact the venue directly at https://www.domaine-commanderie-ballan.com/fr/ for detailed package pricing, as offerings vary by season and guest count.
Can we rent the entire venue exclusively?+
Private event arrangements are available. The hotel can typically close to general bookings for destination weddings, confirm exclusivity options when requesting proposals.
What catering options exist?+
As a functioning hotel, on-site culinary teams handle catering with customizable menus. External caterers may have restrictions; verify policies during initial consultation.
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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.