Wedding venue near Bordeaux: night-time dinner under a chandelier at the chateau
Wedding venue near Bordeaux · 20 min from Saint-Émilion

A chateau wedding venue near Bordeaux, in its own vineyard

Get married in the heart of Bordeaux wine country: a private 15th-century chateau, its own vineyard and cellar, a chef in the kitchen and rooms for your guests.

Exclusive use Ceremony on site Chef & estate wines Rooms on site
15thcentury
40 haprivate grounds
200guests for drinks
34guests stay on site
40 minfrom Bordeaux
Welcome to Château Prieuré Marquet

You have chosen Bordeaux for your wedding, for the wine, the light and the art of living. Our chateau wedding venue sits 40 minutes from the city and 20 minutes from Saint-Émilion, in the middle of its own vineyard. Your guests fly into Bordeaux, spend the weekend on the estate and leave with a taste of the region. Few wedding venues near Bordeaux bring a chateau, a cellar and a chef together in one place.

Bernard Canonne, chateau owner, and our master of the house accompany you from the first visit to the morning-after brunch.

Inside our Bordeaux wedding venue

Each space has its own capacity and its ideal moment. Rain or shine, there is always a setting ready for you.

Make it a Bordeaux wine weekend

Your guests travel to Bordeaux to celebrate with you. Treat them to an unforgettable taste of world-class French art de vivre.

A tasting at the cellar

A tasting at the cellar

On the eve of your wedding, gather your closest friends and family for an intimate private tasting hosted by our cellar master inside our designer winery.

Saint-Émilion, 20 min away

Saint-Émilion, 20 min away

The UNESCO-listed medieval village, its monolithic subterranean church and storied cobblestone streets offer the ideal morning excursion for your guests.

The Médoc by helicopter

The Médoc by helicopter

Take off straight from our private on-site helipad to soar over the Gironde estuary and the legendary Grands Crus Classés 1855 of Margaux and Pauillac.

Getting here from Bordeaux

  • Bordeaux-Mérignac airport50 km
  • Bordeaux city centre40 min
  • Saint-Émilion medieval village20 min
  • Cité du Vin, Bordeaux40 min
  • Libourne high-speed train station13 km
  • On-site helipad & private secure parkingFree on site

Your wedding day at a Bordeaux chateau

Wedding ceremony in the vineyard alley, aerial view
Step 1 · The Ceremony

Your "I do" among the vines

Gather your loved ones in the Olive Tree Alley to celebrate your union in the estate grounds.

Wedding guests enjoying drinks on the chateau terrace
Step 2 · 5 pm

Drinks reception

La Bulle du Prieuré Marquet, crafted using the traditional method, and our chef's canapés accompany your drinks reception, with views over vineyards and woodlands.

Long wedding table set under a chandelier facing the vineyards
Step 3 · 8 pm

Dinner under the chandeliers

One long table in the main alley of the chateau, chandeliers suspended above the tables, the vineyards as your backdrop: savour a menu from La Table de Marquet paired with the estate's wines.

Night-time wedding dinner under a chandelier
Step 4 · Into the night

A party at your own pace

In the heart of the 40-hectare private estate, enjoy your party with no curfew. Guests staying at the chateau reach their rooms just a few steps away. The celebration goes on as long as you wish, perhaps until sunrise.

Lavish wedding brunch buffet at Château Prieuré Marquet
Step 5 · The next day

Brunch – An Intimate Morning After

After a wonderful evening, ease into the morning and extend the joy of being together with your loved ones over a homemade breakfast or a delicious sweet and savoury brunch. A special moment in the peaceful surroundings of the estate, offering the perfect opportunity to cherish a little more time together.

Planning your wedding near Bordeaux

Exclusive use

The estate is all yours

One wedding at a time, on 40 enclosed hectares. The party goes on with no neighbours nearby.

Accommodation

Your guests stay at the chateau

Exceptional rooms, a children's dormitory, and our partner addresses a few minutes away.

Food & wine

A chef and wines on site

La Table de Marquet cooks on the estate, the wines come from the chateau, and we introduce you to trusted local partners.

Planning

One single contact

Video calls, a detailed proposal and one coordinator from the first visit to the morning-after brunch.

Weather

A plan B as beautiful as plan A

The "La Carapace" barrel cellar and the chateau's rooms can host both ceremony and dinner. A marquee can also cover the terrace.

Getting here

40 minutes from Bordeaux

Bordeaux airport 50 km, Libourne station 13 km, secure parking and free EV charging.

40 hectares, just for you
40 hectares, just for you

A Bordeaux wine estate with a real kitchen

Estate bottle on barrel

The chateau wines to celebrate your wedding

La Bulle du Prieuré Marquet accompanies your drinks reception, while the chateau wines are shared throughout your reception. To keep a lasting memory of this day, choose a cuvée in your name, adorned with a personalised label.

Chef canapés for drinks

La Table de Marquet: cuisine prepared on site

Our chef creates your menu with fresh produce from nearby markets: cocktail reception, gourmet dinner, buffet or brunch. Vegetarian and vegan menus are available upon request.

Please drink responsibly.

Stay at the chateau all weekend

The wedding doesn't end after dinner. Your loved ones sleep at the chateau and enjoy the estate until Sunday.

The rooms

The rooms

Exceptional rooms up to 46 m². The Sauvignon room becomes your bridal suite.

Pool & spa

Pool & spa

A heated pool, a hot tub facing the vineyards and the option of a preparatory massage for the couple.

For your guests

For your guests

A getaway in our 1957 Willys Jeep, cellar tasting, bike or horse rides.

Wedding packages near Bordeaux

Chateau wedding

Up to 200 guests, depending on chosen spaces
  • Drinks reception.
  • Wedding dinner.
  • Chateau rooms for the night.
  • Next-day brunch.

Exclusive-use weekend

From Friday to Sunday
  • All inclusions of "Chateau wedding".
  • Welcome dinner or barbecue.
  • Pool, spa and activities for guests.
  • Cuvée with a personalised label.

They said "I do" here

★★★★★

« A magical weekend. Our guests were mesmerised by the ceremony in the vineyard and the sunset dinner. Thank you to the entire team! »

Sophie & Thomas · September 2025
★★★★★

« Organizing everything from London felt effortless thanks to the chateau's coordination. The rooms, the wines, the brunch: perfection. »

Claire & David · July 2025
★★★★★

« Exclusive use of this 40-hectare estate made us feel truly at home. Our families will remember this weekend forever. »

Émilie & Marc · June 2025

Rated 4.9/5 on Google · Verified reviews

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Bordeaux wedding venue: your questions

How far is the venue from Bordeaux airport?

About 50 km, roughly 45 minutes by car. We can also help arrange private transfers or coach shuttles for your arriving guests.

Can our guests visit Saint-Émilion?

Yes, the UNESCO-listed village is only 20 minutes away. Many couples arrange a wine tour and lunch for their guests the day before the wedding.

Can we hold the ceremony at the chateau?

Yes. Your symbolic ceremony can take place between the rows of Merlot, overlooking the valley, on the grand terrace or inside our barrel cellar.

How many guests can you host?

We can host up to 200 guests seated or for a cocktail reception, depending on the chosen spaces and layout.

Is the estate exclusive to our wedding?

Yes. We host only one wedding at a time on our 40-hectare private estate.

How many people can sleep on site?

Our 15th-century chartreuse offers 11 bedrooms and a dormitory, providing 34 adult sleeping spaces on site. We also share a curated list of luxury partner addresses nearby.

Can we bring our own caterer?

Yes, you are free to work with the caterer of your choice.

Until what time can the party last?

There is no curfew imposed: enjoy your party until the end of the night.

How much does a wedding at Prieuré Marquet cost?

Every wedding is quoted individually based on dates, guest numbers and package choices. Send us your preferred date and we will reply with an itemised proposal within 48 hours.

Let's talk about your Bordeaux wedding

Chateau wedding entrance
Your dedicated contact: Bernard Canonne
  • Reply within 48 hours
  • Visits by appointment
  • No commitment
Or by phone:
+33 (0)5 57 49 41 70
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