How Much Does Chateau De Tourreau Wedding Cost?

Published on October 6, 2025 | Prices Last Reviewed for Freshness: November 2025
Written by Alec Pow - Economic & Pricing Investigator | Content Reviewed by CFA Alexander Popinker

Educational content; not financial advice. Prices are estimates; confirm current rates, fees, taxes, and terms with providers or official sources.

Château de Tourreau is an exclusive-use destination venue in Provence. The estate sleeps about 29 across the main château and the farm building, has a 1614 chapel that seats about 70 for intimate ceremonies, and hosts outdoor wedding receptions for up to 150 guests. Exclusive use brings privacy, staging time and on-site logistics, which is why budgets here sit in the luxury tier even before design and entertainment. (Think “Provence postcard,” but with a working production plan.)

Two pricing paths exist. Some couples book a wedding buyout or site fee that covers events and on-site lodging, often quoted as a multi-day privatization. Others rent the property like a villa on a weekly rate, then add a separate event build with marquee, power, catering and bar. Both approaches lead to different line items and tax treatment, which we explain below. Planner listings outline both approaches clearly.

Capacity and policy details matter. Outdoor receptions top out around 150, tents are strongly advised for weather, and a 2 a.m. finish is commonly referenced by planners working at this venue, with a rain plan or marquee required in certain months. This is a luxury venue. Planner notes corroborate these caps and timings.

Article Insights

Venue anchors: €80,000+ buyout, or €32,000–€45,000 weekly rental.

Outdoor capacity tops at 150, with tents strongly advised. (Pro tip: The Mistral doesn’t RSVP—book a tent even in July.)

Classic 100-guest weekend lands around $170,000–$240,000 before VAT and service.

Catering bands run €115–€200 per guest plus drinks, often at 10% VAT.

Insurance is commonly required, with combined policies $125–$600 and cancellation coverage options.

Alternatives like Château Martinay start €30,000–€35,000 for a weekend, with different inclusions and looks.

How Much Does Chateau De Tourreau Wedding Cost?

The cost of a classic Chateau De Tourreau wedding starts from $60,000 for 30 guests up to $240,000+ for 100 guests.

There are two primary price anchors to budget around. First, agencies and planners who regularly work at Tourreau cite venue hire from about €80,000 for a wedding privatization, which translates to roughly $94,248 at current FX, typically covering a multi-day event window. Second, reputable villa agencies publish weekly self-catered rental bands of €32,000 to €45,000 per week (about $37,699 to $53,015) in seasonally tiered calendars.

For specific dates, one major villa platform lists late-autumn off-peak starting around $5,865 per night and $41,055 per week, which helps bracket low-season expectations, though peak summer typically prices higher and may require longer minimums. Another planner-facing listing confirms the 150-guest outdoor cap and emphasizes marquee usage for weather.

Sleeping capacity shapes lodging math. The official site and experienced planners align on about 29 beds on site across château and guest house, which means most groups will block additional rooms in nearby towns and run shuttles to keep the nighttime flow safe and legal. Budgets swing with headcount. Experienced planners agree on the practical caps and best seasons.

Table: Anchors at a Glance (Tourreau)

Sources: Haute Wedding listing, The Luxury Travel Book, Isle Blue, venue pages and planner guides. Weddings & events page

Real-Life Cost Examples

Midweek micro, shoulder season, 30–40 guests, 2–3 nights. Couples with intimate headcounts often target off-peak dates when nightly or weekly pricing softens, then keep production minimal. A workable sketch uses a weekly rental at the lower seasonal band €32,000 (≈ $37,699), light tenting or stretch sail cover €2,200–€5,000 (≈ $2,593–$5,890), catering at €115–€150 per guest (≈ $136–$177) and a curated three-hour open bar similar to regional hotel packages €25–€35 per person (≈ $29–$41). Add a day-of coordinator and local trio, and the subtotal for the event day lands near $60,000–$85,000, excluding guest travel. Villa listing for rate context.

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Classic peak-weekend, 100 guests, 3 nights. A frequently quoted target is a three-night weekend with a full reception tent, flooring, lighting, power and shuttles. Using a wedding buyout baseline €80,000 (≈ $94,248), marquee and infrastructure €8,000–€15,000 (≈ $9,425–$17,672), catering at €150–€200 per guest (≈ $177–$236) plus drinks €70 per guest (≈ $82), a live band and DJ €6,000–€12,000 (≈ $7,069–$14,138) and planning, photo and video €18,000–€35,000 (≈ $21,207–$41,234), a realistic subtotal sits around $170,000–$240,000 before VAT and service. This case reflects Provence market rates in 2024–2025. Market guide. (Reality check: ground protection and generators aren’t glamorous—but they save the day.)

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Ultra multi-day, 120–150 guests, design-forward. Premium florals and custom builds move quickly at estates like this. Keep the same buyout baseline, step catering up the band, extend bar hours, add custom stage and a greenhouse-style structure, then host a welcome night and a brunch. Total spend for a three- or four-day program can climb into $300,000–$500,000+ depending on design density and headcount. One top Provence venue of similar standing, Château d’Estoublon, is often positioned by planners in the €200,000 tier for a four-day wedding program, which helps frame the high-luxury ceiling. Provence venue lists offer comparable benchmarks.

Cost Breakdown

Venue or buyout. For Tourreau, plan either a buyout starting €80,000+ (≈ $94,248+) or a weekly rental of €32,000–€45,000 (≈ $37,699–$53,015), then add event production if you choose the weekly rental path. FX volatility can change USD totals week to week (EUR→USD chart).

Lodging. On-site beds cover about 29 guests, which reduces off-site hotel blocks, but most groups still run shuttles for safety and convenience across rehearsal, wedding, and brunch. Villa-style sites in Provence often require Saturday turnovers and off-season longer minimums. Listings vary by season.

Food and beverage. Current Provence catering bands run €115–€200 per guest for plated menus without premium alcohol, while luxury services begin near €200 per guest before wine and spirits; plan €50–€90 per guest for basic beverage service and more for extended open bar. The reduced 10% VAT often applies to catering in France, while alcohol and some services follow different rules.

Production. Marquee or stretch cover with flooring, lighting and distribution power typically ranges €5,000–€15,000 for 100–150 guests, higher for glasshouse builds or elaborate clear-tops. Inventory furniture, restrooms, and generators add to the stack. Premium structures from Be Lounge can change both aesthetics and totals.

Talent and media. For fluent bilingual teams used to destination logistics, budget €7,500–€15,000 each for premium photo and video, €3,000–€10,000 for DJ or band, and €7,000–€18,000 for full-service planning depending on scope. One planner working in Provence publishes similar brackets.

Other line items. Shuttles, late-night snacks, next-day brunch, fireworks alternatives, security and cleaning will appear in most programs on large estates. Local rules on amplified sound influence the cost of indoor “after” spaces and noise mitigation. Venue contracts should specify these items clearly.

Factors Influencing the Cost

Calendar. Provence peaks in late June through September, which pushes villa rates, vendor minimums and tent availability; midweek or shoulder months see softer pricing. FX changes can move six-figure USD totals by several thousand in a few days. Seasonal villa calendars reflect the swing. (Cue lavender fields—cue higher rates.)

Headcount. Crossing thresholds like 100 or 120 guests triggers bigger tents, more staff, longer shuttle rotations and larger kitchen tents, which push both rental and labor bills. One clause matters: Tourreau’s outdoor cap is 150.

Design scope and vendor mix. Sourcing local rentals and florals reduces travel per diems and trucking; glass-house structures or imported specialty items push costs. Provence suppliers like Be Lounge publish premium options.

Noise and curfew. Many French venues follow strict noise rules at night to protect residents, which shifts dancing into enclosed spaces or earlier finishes; planners highlight curfews in contracts. Curfew clauses and planner guidance are key.

Alternative Products or Services

Couples who like Tourreau’s aesthetic often compare it with Château Martinay near Carpentras and Château d’Estoublon near Les Baux, both frequently used for destination weddings. Martinay weekend privatizations are publicly quoted from €30,000–€35,000 before services, while Estoublon is often packaged at multi-day budgets around €200,000. Location and inclusion lists drive the gap. Martinay overview and regional overviews provide context.

If you prefer a hotel framework with packages, Château de la Gaude in Aix combines five-star rooms with formal gardens and multiple indoor spaces, which can offset tent costs and simplify rain plans compared with pure villa estates. Package menus and per-guest pricing are more common in hotel settings.

Ways to Spend Less

Book midweek in shoulder months and keep the stay to two or three nights. Cap the guest list below 100 to avoid larger structures, choose a stretch tent instead of a greenhouse build, and lean on existing venue inventory for chairs and tables where possible. Keep the bar curated and timed. (Swap a greenhouse for a stretch tent—Instagram still says wow.)

Local teams save on travel and complexity. Reuse ceremony florals at dinner, pick seasonal stems, and consider a live trio plus DJ instead of a large touring band. These levers preserve the Provence look while pulling down the overall bill. Micro-wedding cost guide

Expert Insights & Tips

Planners emphasize padding timelines for heat and Mistral winds, plus detailed power plans for kitchens and bands; one experienced Provence planner publishes fee bands and reminds couples that full-service scopes rise with logistics. Photographers push for golden-hour ceremonies and backup indoor portrait spots if clouds roll in. Production leads recommend ground protection, solid cable runs, and tested generator distribution.

Contracting matters. Identify milestone payments, deposits and cancellation windows, and confirm insurance certificates for each vendor. Avoid vague inclusions, and spell out tent specs, flooring and late-night staffing so change orders do not surprise you during install. Contract essentials

Total Cost of Ownership

Add the pre-events and post-events to your wedding subtotal. Welcome cocktails, a rehearsal dinner and a day-after brunch add material per-guest costs, and long-haul gifts, welcome totes, stationery and international postage add up quickly. Airfare volatility in peak months also raises guest budgets. (Tiny line items become big numbers fast.)

Off-site lodging and shuttles are the sleeper line items for 120- to 150-guest groups on estates like Tourreau, since only about 29 can sleep on site. Build realistic bus loops and a clear last-mile map from Avignon or Marseille for vendor trucks and late-night returns. On-site lodging details

Hidden & Unexpected Costs

Expect a damage deposit and a clear policy on what is refundable. Rain-plan upgrades like clear-top structures, expanded flooring and heaters or fans can add €3,000–€10,000 quickly. Vendor meals, crew transport, last-mile delivery surcharges and generator fuel also sit outside many initial quotes. Marquee cost notes

Noise and finish-time compliance can create surprise costs if you need to shift amplified music indoors or extend staff hours to meet local rules. Read the contract’s curfew clause carefully, especially in rural communes with stricter quiet hours at night. Curfew guidance

Wedding Insurance & Liability

Many French venues and municipalities want proof of event liability coverage before issuing permits or allowing occupancy, and planners strongly recommend it for destination programs. In France the standard VAT is 20%, and a 10% rate often applies to catering services, which affects invoices.

Policy costs vary by coverage, but U.S. and international guides place combined liability and cancellation between $125 and $600, with many couples paying near $275 for mid-sized weddings; destination policies exist through specialist brokers. Some venues will refuse access without proof. See insurance overviews and what’s covered.

Financing & Payment Options

Expect a deposit at booking, staged milestones and a final balance due shortly before arrival. International bank wires, card surcharges and FX fees add small percentages that become meaningful on six-figure totals, so ask for currency and payment method options when you negotiate.

Using a U.S. credit card can be attractive for rewards, yet many suppliers prefer wire transfers for large invoices. Reconcile currency exposure by batching payments near the same date or by pegging a rate through your bank (rate history).

Seasonal & Market-Timing Factors

Lavender season brings heat and intense sun, and the Mistral can be fierce, so tents, stage weights and wind plans are standard parts of Provence production. Tourist peaks also tighten hotel inventory and raise per-night rates in nearby towns. Plan marquee holds accordingly.

Booking windows of 12 to 18 months are common at estates in this tier, and weekday availability opens more concessions. Some planners note countryside venues can be freer from strict city sound rules, although local ordinances still apply.

Opportunity Cost & ROI

Destination settings deliver unique guest experiences and media-ready backdrops, yet the spend also covers logistics not needed in urban hotels. A carefully staged floral focus area, a tight bar program and a strong band often show up better on the day than dozens of small decor items. Budget where it shows.

Couples considering other regions should know that top Burgundy estates and Riviera hotels can rival Provence totals, while Dordogne or Loire Valley options may save 30 percent or more for similar guest counts. Choose the canvas that fits your story. Regional comparisons

Answers to Common Questions

What is the starting cost to marry at Château de Tourreau?

Planner listings and venue specialists place wedding privatizations from about €80,000 (≈ $94,248) for multi-day use, while weekly rental bands of €32,000–€45,000 (≈ $37,699–$53,015) are published on villa platforms for certain seasons. Availability varies.

How many can sleep on site and how do we handle overflow?

Plan about 29 beds across the château and farm, then block nearby hotels and villas and run shuttles for guests.

Do we need a tent or marquee?

Receptions are outdoors for up to 150, and planners advise a marquee for weather and wind. Clear tents, stretch sails and greenhouse styles have very different price bands. Compare marquee types.

What drives the total the most?

Guest count, month, structure type, vendor travel days and exchange rates are the big levers. VAT at 20 percent and 10 percent for much catering also affect invoices.

How do we trim 10–20 percent without losing the look?

Book midweek, keep guests under 100, pick a stretch tent, shift more beds on site, reuse florals, and curate the bar instead of running it all night. Tent choices can help rein in costs.