La Bastide de Ganay is a hotel destination wedding venue in Aix-en-Provence, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Marseille Provence Airport (MRS), 50 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, September.
La Bastide de Ganay
La Bastide de Ganay sprawls across manicured gardens and rolling Provençal countryside south of Aix-en-Provence, with stone terraces overlooking vineyards and distant mountain ridges.
About La Bastide de Ganay
La Bastide de Ganay sprawls across manicured gardens and rolling Provençal countryside south of Aix-en-Provence, with stone terraces overlooking vineyards and distant mountain ridges.
The 18th-century bastide (country estate) features ochre-hued architecture, mature plane trees, and Mediterranean landscaping that creates natural ceremony backdrops.
Guest accommodations are integrated on-site, allowing multi-day celebrations within a single, self-contained property.
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We stayed at the Bastide de Ganay for our wedding weekend with our families, the rooms were all tastefully decorated, breakfast was well presented with lots of options each morning.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- MRS, 50 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- 18th-century Provençal bastide with period architecture and 8+ guest rooms on-site
- Tiered gardens and terraces accommodate ceremonies up to 150 people
- On-property restaurant and kitchen facilities for full catering control
- Located 20 minutes south of Aix-en-Provence city center via D9
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 18:00–22:00Guest arrival, welcome aperitif on terrace
- 10:00–11:00Ceremony in gardens or on main terrace
- 11:30–13:00Cocktail hour with canapés in garden areas
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- MRS · about 50 min by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Marseille Provence Airport.
- Typical total
- €15,000–35,000Aisle estimate
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€15,000–35,000 for 50–75 guests, 2-day event with accommodations
- Ceremony fee
- €1,500–2,500Aisle estimate
- Reception
- €85–150 a headAisle estimate
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€85–150 (on-site catering; varies by menu and season)
- Room rate
- €120–200 a nightAisle estimate
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€120–200 per room (8+ rooms on-site; additional guests via nearby hotels)
- Weather window
- June – September
The months the weather is kindest. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 06 20 82 49 86
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Costs vary significantly based on guest count, season, menu selections, and décor. Request formal quote from venue. Spring and fall typically command premium rates. Includes ceremony space, reception venue, on-site dining, and guest rooms.
Questions about the venue
Can we host both ceremony and reception at the venue?+
Yes. The grounds feature multiple terraced areas suitable for ceremonies, with adjoining spaces for receptions. The on-site restaurant and kitchen support full event catering.
How many guests can stay overnight at La Bastide de Ganay?+
The bastide offers 8+ guest rooms. For larger wedding parties, additional accommodation is available in nearby Aix-en-Provence hotels within 15–20 minutes' drive.
What's the closest airport?+
Marseille Provence Airport (MRS) is 45 km away, approximately 50 minutes by car. Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) is 170 km away, roughly 2 hours' drive.
Is the venue available year-round?+
La Bastide de Ganay operates seasonally. Summer is warm and dry; winter months may have limited availability. Contact the venue directly for specific dates.
Can we bring our own catering?+
The venue has an on-site restaurant and prefers to manage catering in-house. Discuss any external catering requests directly with management during initial consultation.
Could this be your venue?
Ask about your plans, pricing and availability. You do not need a fixed date yet.
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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.