Salle de Réception Mariage Rhône Alpes is an estate destination wedding venue in Lacenas, France, hosting 20 to 150 guests in the $$$ price range, reached from Lyon-Bâle Airport (LYS), 50–60 minutes. Best months: June, July, August, November.
Salle de Réception Mariage Rhône Alpes
Château du Sou rises from the Rhône-Alpes vineyard landscape near Lacenas, its stone architecture framing views across rolling hills and terraced slopes.
About Salle de Réception Mariage Rhône Alpes
Château du Sou rises from the Rhône-Alpes vineyard landscape near Lacenas, its stone architecture framing views across rolling hills and terraced slopes.
This 18th-century estate commands the surrounding terrain with elegant gardens and manicured grounds, offering an elevated venue where architectural heritage meets the region's agricultural character.
The château's positioning provides natural sightlines across the valley, creating a backdrop that shifts throughout the day as light moves across the vineyards.
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Beautiful location for an event, like a wedding.
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Getting there
- Nearest airport
- LYS, 60 min by carAisle estimate
Venue highlights
- Historic château built in the 18th century, located in Beaujolais wine country
- Capacity accommodates 20–150 guests across multiple indoor and outdoor spaces
- On-site gardens and terraced grounds provide ceremony and reception settings with valley views
- Google rating of 4.7/5 reflects consistent guest satisfaction and professional service
The wedding season
A sample wedding weekend
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- 18:00–21:00Welcome dinner or rehearsal in château gardens or dining hall
- 09:00–11:00Guest arrival; aperitifs in garden areas
- 11:30–12:30Outdoor or indoor ceremony
- 12:30–14:00Cocktail reception in gardens; group photographs
- 14:00–19:00Seated reception with meal, toasts, and dancing
- 19:00–23:00Evening celebration, dessert service, final dancing
Costs and booking details
- Getting there
- LYS · about 1 h by carAisle estimate
Guests fly into Lyon-Bâle Airport.
- Typical total
- €8,000–25,000+Aisle estimate
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€8,000–25,000+ for 50 guests, including venue, catering, and rentals; excludes photography, florals, and entertainment
- Ceremony fee
- €500–2,000Aisle estimate
Depending on guest count and season
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Contact venue directly; typically €500–2,000 depending on guest count and season
- Reception
- €60–120+ a headAisle estimate
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€60–120+ per person (food, beverages, service)
- Room rate
- €80–200+ a nightAisle estimate
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€80–200+ per room (guest houses and regional hotels nearby)
- Weather window
- June – August
The months the weather is kindest, with November mild too. Weather does not indicate whether a date is available.
- Direct line
- 06 20 53 45 54
Answered by the venue in local hours.
Pricing varies by season, day of week, and specific services. Contact http://chateaudusou.com/ for customized quotes. Wine packages leveraging local Beaujolais producers may offer added value.
Questions about the venue
What is included in venue rental?+
Contact the château directly at http://chateaudusou.com/ for current packages, which typically include event spaces, garden access, and tables/chairs. Additional services like catering, florals, and photography are often available through preferred vendors or external professionals.
Can ceremonies and receptions both be held on-site?+
Yes. The château offers both outdoor ceremony settings among the grounds and indoor reception spaces, allowing for single-venue events without guest transitions.
What is the nearest airport?+
Lyon-Bâle Airport (LYS) is approximately 40 km away, with a 50–60 minute drive to the château. Geneva Airport (GVA) is another option, roughly 90 minutes distant.
Are accommodations available on-site?+
The château itself does not operate as a hotel. However, the Lacenas area and nearby Villefranche-sur-Saône offer guest houses, bed-and-breakfasts, and regional hotels within 5–15 minutes' drive.
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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.