Romantic Elopements in the Loire Valley

Hidden within France’s Loire Valley, Château de Jalesnes offers an enchanting setting for couples seeking an intimate, luxurious escape. Whether you’re dreaming of a quiet ceremony for two or a small gathering with your closest family and friends, our elopement packages make it effortless to celebrate your love in timeless French style.

Your French Château Elopement Experience

Imagine saying “I do” beneath the vaulted ceilings of our chapel or in our fairytale forests, dining at sunset on our roof terrace, or wandering through gardens that once belonged to French nobility.

At Château de Jalesnes, every elopement is designed to feel personal, private, and deeply romantic. Our in-house team takes care of every detail, so you can simply arrive, relax, and begin your new chapter together.

What’s Included in Our Elopement Package

Our elopement packages are all-inclusive, combining luxury accommodation with elegant touches and professional planning support.

DESTINATION JALESNES

✨ 1 night accommodation for bride and groom

✨ Breakfast for bride and groom

✨ Use of the venue and choice of ceremony locations

✨ Shuttle to/from Angers, Saumur or Tours train station

✨ Bridal bouquet, groom boutonniere and ceremony floral arrangement

✨ Bridal hair styling

✨ Bridal make up

✨ Photographer for approx. 5 hours (bride portraits, groom portraits, ceremony, couple portraits, dinner)

✨ Celebrant

✨ Private chef gourmet meal

DESTINATION JEWEL

✨ All of the Destination Jalesnes Package

✨ Videographer

✨ Classical musician e.g. Harpist, Pianist or Violinist

✨ Fireworks

✨ Second night accommodation with breakfast

✨ Horse and Carriage

✨ Second private chef dinner

Why Choose Château de Jalesnes for Your Elopement

Historic & Cinematic

A château with 400 years of history, restored with elegance and comfort.

Flexible and private

Celebrate alone or with up to 8 guests.

Expert local team

Our bilingual planning team and chef curate every experience.

Easily Accessible

2½ hours from Paris by train, 1 hour from Tours Airport.

Stay in luxury

Self-contained apartment as your bridal suite, overlooking formal gardens and grounds.

The Elegance of an Elopement

Every couple who elopes at Château de Jalesnes leaves with a story that feels like it belongs in a fairytale. From candlelit dinners under vaulted ceilings to sunset ceremonies in the rose garden, your photographer will capture timeless memories you’ll treasure forever.