DomainePasseloup
Guests arrive at a 19th-century Lyonnais estate where stone terraces open onto vineyards stretching toward distant hills.
- Ceremony
- 20 seated
- Reception
- 150 seated
- Nearest airport
- MLH · 90 minutes by car
- Open season
- June – September
- Price range
- $$$
- Google rating
- 4.5 /5 · 137
Domaine Passeloup is an estate destination wedding venue in Porte des Pierres Dorées, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Lyon-Bâle Airport (EuroAirport) (MLH), 90 minutes by car. Best months: June, July, August, September.
Domaine Passeloup in Porte des Pierres Dorées, open June–September.
Guests arrive at a 19th-century Lyonnais estate where stone terraces open onto vineyards stretching toward distant hills.
The main château and converted outbuildings create multiple gathering spaces, allowing ceremonies on manicured lawns and receptions in rooms with original parquet floors and soaring ceilings.
Wine-country authenticity meets refined French hospitality across 15+ hectares of private grounds.
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15+ hectares of private estate grounds with vineyard views in the Pierres Dorées wine region
19th-century château with period architectural details and multiple ceremony/reception venues
On-site accommodation available in converted estate buildings for multi-day celebrations
Licensed for civil ceremonies; professional kitchen equipped for 150+ guests
Best held in June, July, August.
The months the weather — and the local rhythm — is kindest to a stay at Domaine Passeloup.
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How the weekend usually runs.
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- 18:00–23:00Guest arrival; check-in to estate accommodation; welcome aperitif on terrace
- 11:00Ceremony on vineyard-view lawn or in château hall
- 12:30–14:30Cocktail hour and canapés on estate terraces
- 15:00–22:00Seated reception dinner in château dining room; dancing in adjacent hall
- 09:00–12:00Leisurely breakfast; guest departure
Things worth knowing.
MLH · 90 minutes by car
Guests fly into Lyon-Bâle Airport (EuroAirport).
€12,000
Prices are indicative and subject to season, menu selection, and specific services. Request a detailed quote directly from the venue. High season (May–October) commands premium rates.
€1,200
A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.
€95 / head
A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.
€80 / night
A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.
June – September
4 viable months. Shoulder dates soften the light and the rates.
Figures are estimates, modeled from regional rates and public sources — not a quote from the house. Once the venue claims this page, their own rates take precedence.
Asked along the way.
Can we hold our ceremony outdoors?+
Yes. The estate offers multiple outdoor ceremony locations, including a terrace overlooking vineyards and manicured lawn areas. Weather backup space is available in the château's reception halls.
Is the venue licensed for civil ceremonies?+
Yes, Domaine Passeloup is authorized to host legally binding French civil ceremonies on its grounds.
Can guests stay overnight at the venue?+
The estate provides on-site accommodation in renovated buildings, ideal for destination weddings. Capacity and room types vary; contact the venue for current availability.
What's the maximum guest count?+
The venue comfortably accommodates up to 150 guests for seated receptions in the château and outdoor spaces.
Are catering options available?+
An on-site professional kitchen supports full catering. The venue works with approved external caterers or can recommend local wine-country specialists.
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