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Mariage dans le Sud de la France
Your complete guide to planning a luxury wedding on the French Riviera.
When you think of France what pops into your mind? Is it the wine, cheese, food, Paris, La semaine de la mode maybe? France has a universal reputation for all of the above and more. While you could find a bit of an attitude in Paris, that does not ring true down here on the Cote d’Azur. If you are thinking about a cote d’Azur mariage, this blog article is made for you!
La Côte d'Azur est connue dans le monde entier pour son glamour et sa beauté. Elle s'étend de la frontière italienne aux stations balnéaires de Nice, Cannes et Saint-Tropez, en passant par l'opulente Principauté de Monaco. Depuis les champs de lavande de Grasse jusqu'aux villages médiévaux d'Èze ou de Gordes, l'organisation d'un mariage dans le Sud de la France offre des possibilités infinies.
Qu'est-ce que la Côte d'Azur ?
The Côte d’Azur, also known as The French Riviera in the English way, is a small part of the coastal region by the mediterranean sea in France. It spreads from Toulon up to the Italian border. The French Riviera is famous for its beautiful villages, like Saint Tropez, Menton, or Nice as well as beautiful cities like Canne and Monaco. You will find everything you love if you are looking for quaint villages overlooking the sea, perched on top of magnificent hills. Expect the streets smell like a beautiful summer day.



Quels sont les avantages d'organiser un mariage dans le Sud de la France ?
The South of France has become very popular for destination weddings in recent years. The Cote d’Azur tends to be known as the playground of the rich and famous. The glitz and glamor of the French Riviera can seem a bit removed from the reality of everyday life in France. Each year the French Riviera hosts 50 percent of the world’s superyacht fleet. Yet, The prices for a wedding in the South of France tend to be more affordable than in the Paris area. Yes, you hear me well! Which is why I love to call it a little French heaven!
Pensez aux villas exclusives, hôtels de luxe 5 étoiles, top of the range restaurants, and sparkling superyachts. The rural French countryside is bursting with unspoiled woodland and peaceful lakeside spots which are perfect for an outdoor wedding ceremony. What would be your perfect wedding spots: by the sea or in the countryside?
S'il est plus facile d'entrer en contact avec les hôtels et les prestatires à Paris, il est plus difficile de trouver facilement ce que l'on cherche dans le Sud de la France . Sumptuous Events possède tous les réseaux et vous donnera accès à ses bonnes adresses.
Quel temps fait-il dans le Sud de la France ?
One good thing about the south of France is that it is almost always sunny. With an average of 2700 hours of sun every year. It is known to be part of the sunniest region of France. The temperatures rarely go below zero and go up pretty fast during the hottest months of summer. This is also the moment when the sea temperature reaches its highest. It’s really up to you to decide what you would like to offer to your guests during the wedding.
Je dirais que les meilleurs mois pour visiter la Côte d'Azur sont le printemps, lorsque le temps est chaud et que les arbres sont magnifiques. Le soleil est toujours présent. Il peut pleuvoir en automne, mais j'ai toujours pensé que la pluie était romantique ! Si vous souhaitez organiser un mariage en plein air, vous envisagez plutôt l'été. Vous pourrez profiter d'un dîner à l'intérieur, avec l'air conditionné après la cérémonie. Bien qu'il y ait moins de grands salons que pour les mariages à Paris, il y a de belles options que j'ai listées ci-dessous.



What are the best South of France Wedding venues?
While pretty much every aspect of a wedding is optional, there is one thing that you cannot skip: the venue! You may have explored our page des lieux where we have listed our favorite wedding venue in Paris, New York & Miami. You may find different listings of the best wedding venues in South France. I wanted to make my own list. Those are my favorite cote d’Azur wedding venues. I love them for their esthetics and the beauty of their estates. Wherever you are based on the globe, we always provide Accès VIP to our extended curated venue resources and database. Connect with me for any additional information
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Vous trouverez peut-être celui-ci sur toutes les listes de mariage du sud de la France, et il y a une raison à cela. Il y a une raison à cela. Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild is located right in the middle of the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. If you’re staying in this area and love the color pink, this one’s for you. It was constructed between 1905-1912 by Baroness Béatrice de Rothschild, who was an admirer of collecting art. She expressed her own taste in this villa and embraced the feminine color palette. There are nine different themes for the gardens, for example, the rose garden, the Japanese garden or the Provencal garden.
You can really walk a long time through them all and understand the intention of the landscape architect. Needless to stay, it is a perfect spot for a south of France wedding ceremony. You can build a platform over the basin if you want your ceremony to be symmetrical. There are many design options for this wedding venue. If you have any more detailed questions about your planning process, please ask me. I have plenty of ideas to make that garden spectacular!

Grand Hôtel du Cap Ferrat
I put this gorgeous hotel right next to the Villa Ephrussi, as they are both adjacent, and make a perfect combo! Since its construction in 1908, the Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat has welcomed aristocrats, celebrities, high net worth individuals from around the world. After mass renovations, this 5-star hotel has been given a new lease of life and entered into a new league of luxury. It is located on the tip of the highly exclusive Saint Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula.
The hotel’s main building, a pristine white ‘Belle Epoque’ style mansion house and enjoys a magnificent uninterrupted sea view. The hotel’s Michelin star restaurant Le Cap is run by head chef Didier Aniès. He offers ‘Haute gastronomy’ using the very best local ingredients.
The lobby area with its lounge and huge bay windows is often used for seated dinners at weddings. An equally spectacular space suitable for events is the Grand Hotel du Cap Ferrat’s ‘Club, Dauphin’ . It is located at the sea-shore a few minutes’ walk from the main hotel. A ceremony could take place in the hotel’s gardens or equally on the terrace overlooking the sea. Did you take a look at this video we recorded at the hotel to launch our very first Floral Masterclass?
Château Saint Georges
This extraordinary 19th-century Château is located in the charming hillside town of Grasse only minutes from world-renowned perfumers. Coined “Le Petit Versailles”, the venue became a southern France landmark! It was built in the second half of the 19th century by the famous perfumer Leon Chris in the “Second Empire” style. It was named after his son George. The Château offers a serene feel with its luxurious finishes and commanding views over the bay of Cannes. Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, you will discover the true life of the French South Side, where the insiders are the privileged ones who know its incredible charm.
The venue hosts incredibly charming south of France’s wedding in the spring and summer months. American couples are very big admirers of this stunning hotel. It calls for a perfect south-of France destination wedding.
Cap Estel
The white villa is perched on its own private peninsula that you can only reach by driving a windy road. It calls for the most exclusive south of France events & weddings. The hotel was transformed from a Russian prince’s private villa into a luxurious hotel in the 1950s. The grandiose architecture and beautiful sea views are perfect to host event & destination weddings in the south of France. Crisp white orchids are displayed on incredible collectible tables. Can you picture Wedding guests entering the villa through its white marble lobby and walk out onto the expansive terrace overlooking the lawn?
You can expect a pristine palace of shiny marble and modern furnishings with a distinctly French flair. The guest rooms at Cap Estel sont nichés dans les falaises rocheuses et les vastes pelouses qui surplombent la mer. Il y a un bistrot privé, un spa souterrain, une magnifique roseraie et, bien sûr, une plage privée.
Château Saint Martin
Capturing nature’s serene beauty, Le Château Saint Martin is an incredible south-of-France venue for weddings. Set against the Riviera’s blue horizon, hideaway in a garden cabana lulled by birdsong, stroll through history and art. You can actually buy out the entire Château as your exclusive wedding venue on the French Riviera. Imagine a banquet on Provencal dishes, lunch in the shady olive grove, or with wine tastings by the garden infinity pool. The venue features more than eight event spaces. The wedding rehearsal dinner might be in one of the atmospheric private Salons, and for intimate celebrations, the Salon Matisse is a perfect option.
Château Saint-Martin cherishes the natural beauty that surrounds their hilltop and inspired a whole modern art movement. You can discover the region’s character, centuries of history, and modern masterpieces during the south of France’s wedding weekend celebration. The Château is set in 34 acres of spectacular natural beauty, and the surrounding countryside offers a range of recreational activities.
Cap Eden Rock
Au bord de la mer, un palais crème aux volets bleu-gris entre dans la légende de la Côte d'Azur. Une fois la porte ouverte sur l'immense parc, on se retrouve en haut du large escalier de marbre, pris de vertige en voyant la mer scintillante en contrebas, au bout d'une allée bordée de pins. Le parc relie le bâtiment principal au pavillon Eden-Roc, achevé en 1914. La même année, la falaise a été dynamitée pour creuser la piscine d'eau salée. Les personnes en quête de calme peuvent s'éloigner de la piscine et se retirer dans de petits bungalows blancs situés au bord de l'eau.
At the Hotel du Cap, everything bears witness to historical opulence and incomparable charm. Today the hotel is part of the ever-growing Oetker Collection and already boasts nine major hotels around the world – including Le Bristol in Paris. Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc is the quintessential setting for an exclusive private event in high style.

Le Beauvallon
Le Beauvallon is a private, four-hectare luxury estate in the Bay of Saint Tropez. As the only remaining Belle Époque palace, it is steeped in history and is the perfect place for those looking to experience a world of shimmering blue seas, scented hillsides, and warm starry evenings. Combining heritage, nature, and timeless elegance stay at Le Beauvallon is effortlessly easy and truly unforgettable. The property remains the beacon of the Domain. It is located just a stone’s throw away from the 18-hole Golf Club de Beauvallon, whose clubhouse was designed by the modernist architect Pierre Chareau.
Qu'il s'agisse d'un dîner intime ou d'un somptueux petit déjeuner de mariage pour plusieurs centaines d'invités, Le Beauvallon a tout ce qu'il faut pour un mariage de destination élégant. La propriété offre un espace de réception avec ou sans hébergement. Le Beauvallon est un lieu de détente où vous vous sentirez comme chez vous. La collection d'œuvres d'art comprend des œuvres d'artistes célèbres, des pièces spécialement commandées et des détails architecturaux complexes.
Quel est le meilleur moment pour faire une séance de photos de fiançailles dans un champ de lavande ?
Every year, during a pretty short window of time, something magical happens in the south of France, in a region called Provence, millions of lavender’s flowers bloom all together, creating a visual contrast that is spectacular. It doesn’t really matter where you live in the world, it is worth it to travel to Provence during the right time of the year to see the lavender fields blooming. Originally, the lavender plant was imported to France by the Greeks around the sixth century BC. Though they imported it, the Romans were the ones who started to extract the essential oil from the plant and use it to bathe
Les meilleures conditions pour photographier champs de lavande sont généralement lorsque le soleil est bas sur l'horizon et que la lumière est plus chaude. Cela se produit souvent au lever et au coucher du soleil.



Où se trouvent les meilleurs champs de lavande ?
Be aware though that if you happen to be blessed with some interesting sky, with a few rolling clouds, then what would otherwise be a boring afternoon could turn out to be the shooting session of a lifetime! If you are passionate about astrophotography, the area around Valensole is a nice place to capture the Milky Way during a clear summer night. You might be surprised by the result!
All of the most famous lavender fields are in a relatively small area, around a cozy village called ‘Valensole’. In and around Valensole, you’ll find all the biggest and most beautiful lavender fields, together with some lonely trees and some old ruins here and there; the whole place seems like it’s been created for photographers! If you are looking to set up south of France wedding photoshoot in the lavender field, that is also totally possible!
How to start planning a South of France wedding?
One thing that I have found couples don’t recognize at first is that there are different types of weddings. One of the first questions that I always want to ask is this: When you’re envisioning your wedding, what comes to mind? How many guests are you planning to invite? That topic will be covered in another full blog article. In a few words, coming down with a perfect guest list takes some time. They are certain guests that must be invited, while some others are less of a priority. The number of guests attending will have an impact on your wedding budget. New trends have emerged over the years: the elopement.
S'enfuir dans le Sud de la France
It basically means escaping in a foreign with a couple of close friends, to celebrate your love for a fun weekend. I was under the assumption that those intimate celebrations would be economical until we have been hired to produce a very big budget elopement, where the only sky was the limit. There are still a lot of advantages to planning an intimate wedding. You will focus more on each guest’s experiences and be able to talk to them a lot. You can enjoy an intimate wedding on our portfolio, that show you what you can expect
A destination wedding is a wedding that is held in a setting away from your hometown. First of all, It is an opportunity for a couple to hold a wedding in a romantic location like Paris without having as many guests attend as they would have had if their city. This is a reason why this type of wedding is in trend. Secondly, Guests are less willing to travel abroad, so the percentage of RSVP confirmation will be lower. You can invite a lot more people, and won’t feel guilty! A typical destination wedding has between 80 to 150 guests. It is often the occasion for guests to take a vacation and explore the city of the wedding for a few days.
Conseils pour l'organisation d'un mariage dans le Sud de la France
Planning a South of France wedding is a beautiful experience, and even more comfortable when you get help with a professional South of France wedding planner. It may seem a little more difficult than in your home town but it should be a lot more fun and allows your guests to really embrace time away with friends. We have put together a list of 5 tips if you are considering getting married in the South of France.
Planning Tips
5 tips for your South of France wedding

A few words about Mr. Sumptuous – Jean-Charles Vaneck
Jean Charles Vaneck is a young French entrepreneur living between Paris, Miami & South of France. He is the founder of Sumptuous Events, one of the most acclaimed events & wedding planning agencies in the world that emerged in just about five years. After performing in the entertainment field, and inspired by cultural adventures of more than 70 countries, Jean Charles Vaneck founded a premium event agency. It focuses on not only exceptional event management but also design and style any celebration in the South of France. He gained popularity thanks to a distinctive rich, sophisticated, and editorial style.
Il a reçu plusieurs distinctions et prix internationaux, comme celui de l'un des organisateurs de mariages les plus influents au monde, et est devenu un précurseur dans son domaine. Jean-Charles est consulté dans le monde entier pour ses conseils, ses recommandations et son expertise. Il est devenu une source d'inspiration pour d'autres organisateurs de mariages dans leur quête de création d'événements extraordinaires. Jean-Charles Vaneck est basé à Paris mais donne vie à des événements dans le Sud de la France et dans le monde entier.
Quels sont les services que nous proposons : services complets de planification, de conception, de décoration florale, etc.
Notre service exclusif d'organisation de mariages s'occupe de la logistique, de la présentation des fournisseurs et de la négociation des contrats à l'exécution de votre vision le jour même. Ils font en sorte que l'organisation du mariage se déroule de la manière la plus transparente possible. Nous assurons le suivi du budget et la logistique. Nous aidons les couples à planifier avec succès le jour de leur mariage et veillons à ce que tout se passe bien. Nos responsabilités comprennent l'établissement d'un calendrier de planification et la collaboration avec le couple pour choisir tous les éléments, de la tenue vestimentaire aux lieux de la cérémonie et de la réception, en passant par le traiteur, la musique et la nourriture.
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Sumptuous Events Paris - Wedding planner de luxe en France has become very well known for its distinctive, bold, and opulent signature looks. Under the direction of Jean-Charles Vaneck, we specialize in consulting on everything from floor plans and lighting design to the flowers, furniture, linens, and attire. We help with the decisions that will give the event a cohesive, stylish, and sophisticated look. The ability to design an event and create an atmosphere goes above choosing linens and chairs. We have an artistic eye that allows us to conceptualize the whole event and truly transform a space.NB



