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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
Price range
$$$
Rating
4.5 /5 · 137

Domaine Passeloup is a 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.

01 · In a sentence

Domaine Passeloup in Porte des Pierres Dorées.

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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02 · What sets it apart

4 notes, from the desk.

Note 01

15+ hectares of private estate grounds with vineyard views in the Pierres Dorées wine region

Note 02

19th-century château with period architectural details and multiple ceremony/reception venues

Note 03

On-site accommodation available in converted estate buildings for multi-day celebrations

Note 04

Licensed for civil ceremonies; professional kitchen equipped for 150+ guests

04 · Hold a date

Check availability.

Select a date
May 2026
Pick a date

Choose a day from the calendar.

We hold dates in pencil. A first note comes back within two business days.

05 · A sample weekend

How the weekend usually runs.

Yours will be different — nothing below is required. Every planning begins with the three meals you most want to eat, and builds outward.

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
06 · Practical

Things worth knowing.

Getting there

MLH · 90 minutes by car

Guests fly into Lyon-Bâle Airport (EuroAirport). The desk arranges every transfer.

Typical total

€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.

Ceremony fee

€1,200

A one-time licence and setup fee, paid to the venue.

Reception

€95 / head

A seated dinner with wine and service, by headcount.

Room rate

€80 / night

A standard room in the wedding window. Group rates on request.

Direct line

04 74 62 85 97

Answered by the venue in local hours. The desk picks up otherwise.

07 · Questions

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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Hold dates at Domaine Passeloup.

A note to the desk with a rough season and guest count. We hold dates in pencil for three weeks before confirmation. A reply comes within two business days, from a person by name.