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.

ListedPorte des Pierres Dorées, FranceEstate

Domaine Passeloup

Guests arrive at a 19th-century Lyonnais estate where stone terraces open onto vineyards stretching toward distant hills.

Guests
150 at dinner · 200 standing
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Rooms
2 rooms, sleep 23
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Cost
€2,000 to €4,500 venue fee
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Ceremony
Outdoor ceremonies
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Season
All year
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Getting there
MLH · about 1 h 30 by car
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About Domaine Passeloup

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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An absolutely exceptional estate! We were lucky enough to celebrate our wedding there, and we will cherish the memory forever. The venue is magnificent, full of charm, and captivated all our guests.

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Capacity, rooms and facilities

Capacity

Seated dinner
150 guests
Standing reception
200 guests
Smallest party taken
10 guests

Staying over

Rooms
2 rooms
Sleeps
23 guests

The ceremony

Outdoor ceremony
Yes

Money

Price
€2,000 to €4,500 venue feeAisle estimate

House rules

Weddings held
All year

Getting there

Nearest airport
MLH, 90 min by carAisle estimate
Parking
Yes

The spaces

Setting
Vineyard, historic, elegant

Food and drink

Outside caterers allowed
Yes

Venue highlights

  • 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

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A sample wedding weekend

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Friday evening · day 01
  • 18:00–23:00Guest arrival; check-in to estate accommodation; welcome aperitif on terrace
Saturday · day 02
  • 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
Sunday · day 03
  • 09:00–12:00Leisurely breakfast; guest departure

Costs and booking details

Getting there
MLH · about 1 h 30 by carAisle estimate

Guests fly into Lyon-Bâle Airport (EuroAirport).

Typical total
€12,000–25,000+Aisle estimate
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€12,000–€25,000+ for 80 guests including ceremony, reception, and 1 night lodging

Ceremony fee
€1,200–2,000Aisle estimate
Reception
€95–150 a headAisle estimate
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€95–€150 (food & beverage; final cost depends on menu)

Room rate
€80–180 a nightAisle estimate
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€80–€180 per room (on-site estate buildings)

Weather window
June – September

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Direct line
04 74 62 85 97

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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.

Questions about the venue

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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