Choosing a venue for a wedding in the Beaujolais region is a delicate task. The number of guests, the setting, and the amenities—every detail plays a role in selecting the ideal venue. The Château de Champ-Renard welcomes your intimate wedding in exceptional surroundings.
Intimate Wedding:
Champ-Renard, a high-end reception venue
What is an intimate wedding?
Unlike large-scale weddings, which bring together hundreds of guests, an intimate wedding is limited to a close circle of friends and family. The number of guests is generally fewer than 50, which offers certain advantages.
A deliberate choice
A small wedding allows the bride and groom to enjoy time with each guest and reduce the stress of planning. Far from the hustle and bustle of a large reception, the couple can focus on what matters most: the quality of their relationships, the depth of their conversations, and making the most of every moment.
Greater authenticity
A small wedding is perfectly compatible with a prestigious setting. The beauty of the venue and its intimate atmosphere lend the ceremony and wedding reception the elegance they deserve. This creates a more heartfelt atmosphere, allowing everyone to fully enjoy these shared moments.
Why have a small wedding?
An intimate wedding offers key benefits.
- It allows the bride and groom to spend quality time with each guest and creates a personalized experience.
- The atmosphere is authentic and full of emotion. The wedding leaves a lasting impression on both the bride and groom and their loved ones.
- This format offers a great deal of flexibility in terms of atmosphere and organization.
- It allows the couple to allocate their budget to the details that matter most to them: an exceptional caterer, unique decorations, a top-notch photographer, renowned musicians…
Why choose Champ-Renard for a small wedding?
Château de Champ-Renard offers the perfect setting for an intimate celebration. Our estate strives to create a timeless atmosphere, marked by refinement and authenticity—values that align perfectly with those of a small wedding.
A charming setting steeped in history
Built in the Middle Ages, the castle has been remodeled over the years without losing any of its prestige or authenticity. Having served in turn as a courthouse, a family estate, a winery, and a luxury event venue, Champ-Renard exudes a unique atmosphere.
Vineyards stretching as far as the eye can see frame a magnificent English-style park, in the center of which the château stands proudly with its golden stone walls. Every detail contributes to the venue’s unique atmosphere, which imbues your intimate wedding with an inimitable romantic aura.
An estate that can be fully privatized
Getting married surrounded by just a handful of guests doesn’t mean you can’t reserve the château all to yourselves. Champ-Renard offers exclusive use of the entire estate. Away from prying eyes and with no other events taking place, you can savor this unique day while leaving everything else behind. This secluded retreat, nestled among the Beaujolais vineyards, naturally enhances the intimacy you’re seeking.
What are our strengths when it comes to planning a small wedding?
An intimate wedding can certainly go hand in hand with high-end services.
Luxury spaces
Whether outdoors or indoors, the Château de Champ-Renard offers a stunning setting for your wedding:
- the Allée des Charmilles and its century-old trees for a non-religious ceremony or a reception;
- the castle’s Esplanade, lit up in the evening, for the cocktail reception, group photos, or brunch the next day;
- Les Salons du Marquis, for wedding preparations in a cozy atmosphere;
- the Salle de Garde, with its stone vaults and view of the oak barrels, for the wedding reception;
- the Justice Hall for the dance, the children’s games, the guest book, and the gifts for the bride and groom…
Accommodations on-site or nearby
To extend these moments of magic, Champ-Renard offers charming guest accommodations right inside the castle. Located on the upper floor, these luxurious apartments can accommodate a total of twelve people. The bride and groom and their loved ones can check in as early as Friday evening to prepare for the reception in peace and quiet. Those who wish to do so can extend their stay until Sunday afternoon.
For other guests, lodging options are also available in the immediate vicinity of the estate. The Le Savigny spa hotel is a five-minute walk away, and our other partner properties are less than a five-minute drive away.
What services do we offer for your wedding?
Champ-Renard is more than just a venue for small wedding receptions. Our team guides you through every step of the planning process and ensures that the ceremony and celebrations go smoothly.
Comprehensive support
With every castle rental, the bride and groom receive complimentary personalized consultation hours to help plan the ceremony, reception, evening festivities, and entertainment. A dedicated contact person remains available right up until the big day. We also arrange the furniture according to the agreed-upon seating chart.
The professional team at Champ-Renard guarantees the bride and groom our availability, attentiveness, and discretion. This allows you to enjoy this special day with complete peace of mind. We’ll be there for every highlight of your wedding: morning preparations, the non-religious ceremony, the outdoor cocktail reception, the dinner reception, the evening dance party, and the brunch the next day. Moving between venues and transitioning from one event to the next happens seamlessly, allowing you to savor every moment in the most fitting setting.
Trusted service providers
We work with reputable professionals, and we’re happy to provide you with a list of them: top-rated caterers, DJs, photographers, decorators, entertainers, bridal shops, babysitters…
An environmentally responsible approach
The Champ-Renard estate is committed to the environment in every aspect of its operations. Our vineyards are cultivated using organic farming methods, and we produce high-quality vegan wines. Our renovation work was carried out by local artisans using traditional, eco-friendly materials. These values of responsibility and sustainability are resonating more and more strongly with engaged couples, who find that the Château de Champ-Renard is a venue that aligns with their values.
Easy access from Lyon or Paris
Champ-Renard offers a unique combination of authenticity, unspoiled nature, and easy access. Located in the Beaujolais region, the château is 35 minutes from Lyon and 10 minutes from the A6 highway. Saint-Exupéry Airport is a 45-minute drive away, and the capital is just 2 hours and 15 minutes away by TGV via the Mâcon-Loché train station. This accessibility makes it easy to plan a wedding, even for guests traveling from far away.
Hosting an intimate wedding at the Château de Champ-Renard offers a rare experience: an event that is at once elegant, warm, and truly unique, set on an exceptional estate in the heart of the Beaujolais region.
Our team looks forward to welcoming you for a tour of the estate and discussing your plans with you so we can provide a customized quote for your wedding. We look forward to meeting you!
Even at the last minute, reach out to the Champ-Renard team to plan your intimate wedding at the château!