Hotel

Le Moulin des Gaffins

84210 Althen-des-Paluds, France, France20–150 guests$$$

Type:Hotel

Capacity:20–150 guests

Budget:$$$

Airport:Avignon-Provence Airport (AVN), 45 minutes

Guests arrive at a restored 18th-century mill in Provence where stone architecture meets contemporary hospitality. The property's working waterwheel and manicured gardens create moments of discovery as your party explores the grounds—from aperitifs by the water's edge to ceremonies framed by ancient olive trees. A four-star hotel experience ensures your guests sleep, dine, and celebrate under one roof across 84,210 Althen-des-Paluds.

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Highlights

18th-century mill with original waterwheel and functioning water features
On-site hotel accommodations eliminate guest transportation logistics
4.7/5 Google rating with established hospitality infrastructure
Gardens suitable for 20-150 guests with flexible ceremony and reception layouts
Regional Provençal cuisine program and wine pairings from local vineyards

Quick facts

Capacity20–150 guests

Venue typeHotel

Price range$$$

LocationFrance

Nearest airportAVN

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Plan your wedding at Le Moulin des Gaffins

Getting there

Avignon-Provence Airport (AVN)

45 minutes to venue

Car rental

€40-70 per day

45 minutes · Drive south from Avignon toward Althen-des-Paluds via D942 and local roads

Private driver/shuttle

€60-120 per vehicle

45 minutes · Arrange through venue or third-party service for guest transfers

Train + taxi

€15-25 train + €40-60 taxi

60 minutes total · Avignon TGV station to local taxi (limited direct rail to Althen)

Cost estimate

Ceremony / venue fee

€1,500–3,000

Reception (per guest)

€90–150

Accommodation (per night)

€120–250

Estimated total

€8,000–25,000

Estimates for 50 guests, 2-night stay. Final pricing depends on guest count, season, catering selections, and room categories. Request formal quotation from venue.

Sample wedding weekend

Friday

15:00–18:00Guest arrival and check-in; welcome aperitif in garden

19:30–22:00Welcome dinner in restaurant or on terrace

Saturday

10:00–11:00Ceremony in garden or chapel space

11:30–13:00Aperitif and photos by the waterwheel

13:00–15:00Lunch reception

20:00–23:00Evening reception and dancing

Sunday

09:00–11:00Farewell breakfast before departures

This is a sample itinerary. Your wedding weekend can be fully customized.

Frequently asked questions

Can we host both ceremony and reception at Le Moulin des Gaffins?

Yes. The property offers multiple indoor and outdoor spaces with the capacity to host ceremonies and receptions for groups of 20 to 150 guests. Garden and terrace configurations are customizable.

Do guests stay on-site?

The venue operates as a four-star hotel with guest rooms available. Most wedding parties book rooms for their guests, simplifying logistics and extending the celebration across multiple days.

What's included in venue rental?

Contact the venue directly at https://www.moulindesgaffins.fr/ for specific packages. Standard offerings typically include space rental, basic setup, and coordination with their in-house catering team.

Can we hire outside catering?

Le Moulin des Gaffins operates its own restaurant and catering. External catering policies vary—confirm directly with the property.

What's the best time of year to marry here?

May through October offers warm weather and blooming gardens. Spring and early fall provide comfortable temperatures for outdoor ceremonies without extreme summer heat.