Connection is everything, especially at a wedding. And that’s why the wedding weekend is becoming the norm for celebrating your love. People are craving quality time, personal encounters, and human connection in this digital age, and multi-day weddings provide the perfect opportunity for disconnecting from the outside world and connecting with each other.

In this blog, we will lay out the perfect wedding weekend — from the first welcome dinner to the final day spent lazing around the pool — and we will showcase some of our venues that offer endless possibilities for your perfect wedding weekend.

Prepare to fall into a lazy, hazy wedding weekend dream…

Weddings Are No Longer Just One Day

Ingrid & James, the founders of Chateau Bee had their own wedding weekend…

“Having our wedding in a French château over several days is what made it truly magical. It gave us the opportunity to spend time with all our friends and family who had travelled from all over the world and from different chapters of our lives. In the end, that’s what it’s all about: the human connection, the whole experience, the shared memories that will last a lifetime.”

Ingrid, Chateau Bee co-founder

Before we dive into what a wedding weekend can look like, it’s worth understanding why the traditional one-day wedding is losing its appeal. We’re rethinking what a wedding looks like. In the past, weddings were a single day to celebrate the happy couple and wish them a future of happiness. Now, they’re so much more. Modern couples are choosing to bring their loved ones together for multiple days, creating space to switch off, unwind, and truly spend quality time together.

With travel-heavy guest lists and destination celebrations becoming more common, a multi-day wedding celebration removes the pressure of fitting everything into one emotionally charged day. Instead, it allows moments to unfold naturally, prioritising connection over spectacle. Introducing the wedding weekend — a slower, more beautiful way of sharing your love with one another and with your nearest and dearest. Add a destination into the mix, and it becomes the perfect getaway. Let us introduce you to French destination weddings and show you exactly how your wedding weekend could turn into an unforgettable, multi-day celebration.

Why Couples Are Choosing Wedding Weekends Over Big One-Day Events

More time with guests

A wedding weekend gives couples the chance to genuinely connect with their guests, rather than rushing through quick conversations on a single, tightly scheduled day. Shared meals, relaxed gatherings, and unplanned moments become just as meaningful as the ceremony itself.

Less stress, more ease

Spreading celebrations over several days removes the pressure to fit everything into a few hours. With no strict timelines dictating every moment, couples can enjoy the experience rather than manage it.

More personal moments

Wedding weekends allow space for intimacy — whether that’s a quiet morning coffee together, a casual welcome evening with close friends, or a laid-back brunch the day after. These smaller moments often become the most memorable.

Better value over time

When celebrations are spread across multiple days, couples often find they get far more value from their venue and travel investment. A wedding weekend becomes not just a single event, but a complete shared experience — for the couple and their guests alike.

What Couples Mean by a “Wedding Weekend”

Are you envisioning warm summer evenings, long intimate dinners, cocktails amidst fragrant blooms on sun-drenched terraces, and dancing under the stars till the early hours? Then that’s exactly what your wedding weekend could look like!

Wedding weekends typically look like this:

Day 1:
Arrival drinks and welcome dinner — informal, relaxed, and an introduction to the weekend.

Day 2:
Ceremony and reception — the typical wedding day, getting ready, ceremony either indoors or outdoors, and a long reception with dancing late into the evening.

Day 3:
A final brunch, pool day — again relaxed and informal — and the farewell.

It’s also important to note that it could be longer than a weekend, with some venues offering 4–5-day packages.

Take a look at an example of a wedding weekend at these venues:

Chateau de Puissentut

Nestled amongst rolling hills, Château de Puissentut is a well-kept secret — a dreamy chateau in the South of France that we visited and love for many reasons. It is the perfect setting for your wedding in France.

Let’s picture your wedding weekend at this chateau:

Your blessing could take place in the 17th-century pigeonnier, an absolutely stunning space framed by four arches and boasting lovely views across the valley. Next, your wedding dinner could be held outside on the lawn or in the very pretty courtyard. With no curfew, dance as long as your heart desires beneath the twinkling stars. With a sleeping capacity of 27, many of your guests can sleep on site at the château.

Finally, the morning after, gather everyone back at the château for an informal brunch and pool party.

• Gers, South of France
• Up to 120 guests
• Sleeps 27
• From €13,500 for 4 nights

Domaine de Bertranet

Le Domaine de Bertranet is a charming French wedding venue nestled in a preserved natural setting in South West France. Surrounded by six hectares of peaceful greenery, this countryside gem is ideal for couples seeking an authentic, character-filled wedding with boho flair.

Envision your wedding weekend at the Domaine…

Say your vows in the forest or on the beautiful 150m² terrace, L’Enclos de Vic, which sits beside the atmospheric bistro bar — an ideal spot for a relaxed cocktail hour accompanied by a jazz band. For your wedding feast, dine al fresco or under the Longère, a semi-covered 180m² space that we at Chateau Bee absolutely love. It’s perfect for setting up long banquet tables strung with fairy lights — romantic and effortlessly stylish.

The following day, continue the festivities with a laid-back pool party — the perfect setting to unwind, share memories, and soak up those “just married” vibes.

• Dordogne, South of France

• Up to 140 guests

• Sleeps 30
• Rental from €9,500 for 3 days, 2 nights

Why France Is Perfect for a Wedding Weekend

Destination weddings are becoming more popular, and you can easily see why. Many French wedding venues already offer wedding weekend packages, and large chateaux or domaines have the sleeping capacity to accommodate all of your guests.

Not only do French wedding venues have practical advantages, they also ooze the joie de vivre that so many people dream of. Immaculately landscaped grounds, a slow pace of life, and of course, excellent food and wine choices (some of our venues even make their own wine on site!)

Here are some venues that capture the essence of France:

Domaine du Rey

Le Domaine du Rey is a rare gem, located in an unspoilt area of the South of France, in Occitanie Provençale (Gard). Surrounded by olive groves and Mediterranean garrigue, this blissful hamlet is an idyllic venue for couples seeking a wedding that feels both elegant and authentic.

How would your wedding weekend unfold?

A wedding at the Domaine is all about soaking up the good life in France — spending time with friends and family over several days and making the most of the outdoors. For your blessing or ceremony, choose a spot in the garden or on one of the terraces. Your wedding dinner could take place al fresco or under a beautiful nomadic tent. Then, party the night away in the barn! When the celebrations come to an end, 34 guests can sleep on the estate. The following day, continue entertaining your guests with a delicious brunch and a relaxed afternoon of poolside vibes, creating memories with your loved ones that will last a lifetime.

• Provence, South of France
• Up to 160 guests
• Sleeps 34
• Rental from €13,200 for 3 days, 2 nights

Chateau des Barons

Located in Périgord, the land of truffles and foie gras in Dordogne, South West France, lies the beautiful and romantic château wedding venue, Château des Barons.

Let’s see how your wedding could play out…

For your blessing, gather your guests by one of the two lovely chapels or say “I do” amidst ancient trees in the parkland. During the cocktail hour, guests can mingle and stroll across the 13-hectare private estate or choose a more intimate setting in the courtyard. Dinner can be served outdoors in the courtyard as the sun goes down, illuminated by festoon lighting, within a spacious marquee. This romantic château sleeps 44 guests across 19 spacious, individually styled bedrooms. On the day after, gather by the pool for another round of food, laughter, and merriment.

• Dordogne, South of France
• Up to 180 guests
• Sleeps 44
• Rental from €11,600 for 4 days, 3 nights

Why the Right Venue Makes or Breaks a Wedding Weekend

A wedding weekend only works when the venue is designed to support it — and this is where Chateau Bee’s expertise truly matters. Exclusive-use venues allow couples and their guests to fully settle in, creating a private, relaxed atmosphere where celebrations can unfold naturally over several days.

On-site accommodation means there’s no rushing between locations, while multiple event spaces make it easy to host everything from welcome drinks and rehearsal dinners to the wedding day itself and a laid-back farewell brunch.

Add flexible timelines and no curfews, and the celebration is no longer constrained by the clock. The right venue doesn’t just host a wedding weekend — it enables it, turning a series of events into one seamless, unforgettable experience.

Take a look at these wedding weekend venues…

Chateau de Poudenas

Perfectly located between Toulouse and Bordeaux, Chateau de Poudenas blends the majesty of an Italian palace with the charm of a French chateau. Its impressive double staircase, picturesque courtyard, vast parkland, and on-site amenities — including a golf practice area, tennis courts, a church, and two swimming pools — make it a fairytale setting for a destination wedding.

Here’s a teaser of your wedding weekend at the chateau:

For a religious ceremony, the village church directly opposite the château can seat up to 300 guests. For a humanist ceremony, choose your favourite spot within the expansive park or opt for the romantic North Esplanade, shaded by lime trees. The wedding dinner can take place both indoors and outdoors. Dine in one of the six elegant reception rooms or celebrate under the stars in the courtyard. We particularly love the courtyard, beautifully lit with guinguette lights, creating the perfect South of France wedding atmosphere.

On the next day, extend the celebration with a relaxed brunch by the pool or enjoy a casual round of golf with your guests. Accommodation wise, the estate can accommodate up to 42 guests across four guest houses (21 bedrooms), each with its own private garden — one even features its own swimming pool! Additional accommodation is available within walking distance for larger guest lists.

• Dordogne, South of France
• Up to 500 guests
• Sleeps 42
• Rental price from €10,300 for 2 nights (including accommodation for 28 people, low-season rate)

If you’re looking at creating your own village for the weekend, take a look at this special weekend wedding venue in the South of France…

Village Castelnau des Fieumarcon

Castelnau des Fieumarcon is a hilltop stronghold dating back to 1143 AC, sitting high on its perch surrounded by the untouched beauty of the Gascony countryside. Sixteen carefully renovated houses reside within the fortress walls, offering a wedding venue like no other, where you can inhabit entirely your own village wedding venue and let the outside world wait for your return for a few magical days.

Castelnau is a venue that offers endless possibilities and choice, the only limit is your imagination. Here is a place where you can bring people together to share time, to share ideas and to share some joy. Within the village walls are 16 carefully renovated houses offering accommodation for up to 86 guests onsite. Each of the houses has its own style and decor, all filled with original art and antiques.

Wander the village streets, hopping between the intimate independent gardens of each house, to the larger more dramatic terraces at the corners of the village where the views of the countryside will greet you. Also boasting an immense Banqueting Hall, open air Chateau, onsite Church and swimming pool, the village has something for every possible moment you can conceive.

• Gers, South of France
• Up to 200 guests
• Sleeps 86
• Price on request

Luxury & Style-Led Wedding Weekends in France

Not every wedding weekend looks the same — and that’s the beauty of it. Some couples are drawn to barefoot elegance and bohemian charm, while others imagine something more refined and luxurious. France offers space for both, and the right venue allows your wedding weekend to reflect your personal style just as much as your story.

Take a glance at this luxury wedding weekend venue:

Chateau de Tourreau

Located in the heart of Provence, the dazzling Château de Tourreau is an outstanding South of France wedding venue, delivering a wedding experience with an undeniable wow factor. Enter through the main gates and walk along an avenue of ancient plane trees before discovering the beautiful 18th-century façade, complete with elegant windows and bas-relief sculptures.

Envision your luxury wedding weekend…

Host your wedding ceremony in the château’s parkland, where you’ll find a wealth of beautiful settings. Enjoy cocktails in the jardins à la française, among fountains and ponds, within the orchards, or in the organic garden. Alternatively, hold your ceremony in the exquisite consecrated chapel, which can host up to 70 guests.

For your wedding dinner, make the most of the outdoors with a gourmet French meal served al fresco or beneath an elegant marquee. The day after the wedding, continue the celebrations with a relaxed brunch or BBQ by the infinity pool. Château de Tourreau can accommodate up to 29 guests — 15 within the château itself and 14 in the beautifully renovated barn adjacent to the main building.

• Provence, South of France
• Up to 160 guests
• Sleeps 29
• Rental from €55,000 for 3 nights, 4 days

If you’re looking for a more laid-back countryside style, take a look at this venue…

Domaine de La Fleur

Nestled in the rolling countryside just 10 minutes from Bordeaux, Domaine de La Fleur is a former 18th-century wine estate set across two hectares of peaceful natural surroundings.

A wedding at Domaine de La Fleur unfolds like a long, joyful weekend in the French countryside. Begin with a ceremony in the park, followed by cocktails on the panoramic terrace as guests take in the estate’s sweeping 360° views. For dinner, choose between the stone-walled reception hall for up to 80 seated guests, the elegant nomad tent for up to 120 guests, or a celebration under the stars on the estate’s expansive terrace.

The following day, the domaine’s generous grounds invite everyone back together for a relaxed brunch, a refreshing dip in the pool, and friendly games on the pétanque court.

• Bordeaux, South of France
• Up to 110 guests
• Sleeps 38
• Rental from €8,900 for 3 days / 2 nights

A Wedding Weekend — Venues Without the Hassle

One of the biggest hesitations couples have around a wedding weekend is the fear of added complexity. More days, more guests, more logistics. But the right venue can remove much of that pressure – and in some cases, simplify the experience rather than complicate it.

Take a look at these hassle-free venues:

Chateau de Lartigolle

Lartigolle is for those who want to celebrate more than a wedding. It is for couples who want to savour time together, to enjoy the French slow life: sipping wine on the terrace, dipping in the pool, feasting under fairy lights in the courtyard, and creating lasting memories over several days.

The venue has established itself as a first class wedding venue in France. The wedding planning team is supported by a trusted crew of in-house professionals… from chef to florist to stylist, all trained in-house to the same standards and working seamlessly together. The ease of planning, well-thought packages, and proximity to Toulouse airport, it’s a place where wedding logistics feel simple and the experience, truly unforgettable.

• Up to 120 guests
• Sleeps 30
• Rental from €13,500 for 3 nights. Option of 4th night for bride and groom for no extra charge

Chateau St Pierre de Serjac

Blending perfectly the services and luxury facilites of a boutique hotel with the relaxed atmosphere of a private club, Chateau St Pierre de Serjac is an incredible wedding venue for a wedding in the South of France.

The chateau provides the assistance of an experienced and enthusiastic team of in-house wedding planners. This venue will be able to accommodate all your guests on site. We are big fans of the bedrooms, where high-end sophistication meets country charm. You will find 8 luxury hotel rooms in the Château and 36 self catering properties. All but one of the self-catering properties have outdoor spaces and some even have their own private swimming pools!

• Up to 140 guests
• Sleeps 140
• Rental from €5,000 (excluding accommodation)

Wedding Weekend FAQs

Ready to Host Your Own Wedding Weekend?

Wedding weekends aren’t a passing trend – they’re a response to how couples want to feel on their wedding day. Less rushed. More connected. Grounded in place, people, and shared experience. By choosing a venue that supports slow celebration and intentional design, your wedding becomes more than an event – it becomes a memory lived over days.

If a wedding weekend feels like your kind of celebration, explore venues that make space for it beautifully.

How can we help?

Here at Chateau Bee, we are committed to finding a wedding venue that truly tells your story. We hand-pick wedding venues that are carefully vetted, and we have personally visited many of the venues we showcase. Get in touch today to see how we can help you find your dream wedding venue.

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