ELOPE IN FRENCH RIVIERA

Elope to the French Riviera and enjoy its timeless Mediterranean glamour. From Nice to Saint-Tropez, French Riviera also known as Côte d'Azur offers exclusive destination wedding possibilities that blend coastal beauty with French sophistication. French Riviera elopement packages start at €6,000, providing an unforgettable wedding experience at a fraction of traditional wedding costs.

The French Riviera's elopement appeal lies in its versatility, natural diversity, and exquisite culinary experiences. Many coastal wedding venues include beach access, Mediterranean gardens, and panoramic terraces. Both luxury hotels and historic villas can provide a great opportunity for an intimate wedding ceremony space with beautiful views.

Couples seeking iconic elopement wedding locations in the South of France will discover hidden gems throughout Provence and the French Riviera. The medieval charm of Uzès offers intimate ceremonies in Renaissance courtyards, while Èze's dramatic clifftop setting provides panoramic Mediterranean views perfect for sunset vows. The cultural sophistication of Aix-en-Provence with its elegant boulevards, and historic mansions is ideal for a charming city elopement. In the heart of Luberon, Gordes is known for its stone facades and terraced gardens offering quintessentially Provençal settings, while nearby Eygalières provides exclusive countryside venues surrounded by olive groves and vineyards. For couples seeking elegant coastal intimacy, the lesser-known gems of Cabasson and Bormes-les-Mimosas (which among other things is also the setting of the French president’s summer house) offer secluded wedding venues full of flowers and pristine beaches.

The region peaks from April through October, with September offering perfect temperatures and fewer tourists. Combine your elopement trip to the French Riviera with boutique accommodation, Michelin-starred catering, and vintage car services that will allow you to explore this spectacular area in style!

Beyond the ceremony, the Riviera offers an instant honeymoon experience. Couples can combine their elopement with private yacht charters, wine tasting in Provence, helicopter tours of Monaco, and exclusive beach club access. Local wedding planners often customize packages to include these signature Riviera experiences, perfect for couples seeking a sophisticated celebration that feels both intimate and luxurious.Planning a destination wedding in Bordeaux, also known as the wine country, is a wonderful idea for couples who love adventure and exquisite culinary experiences. Luxury château wedding venues offer intimate elopement spaces, with accommodation prices averaging €200-400 per night.

The Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport's international connections make it an accessible wedding destination from all major European cities. You can also fly into Paris and then take a 2-3 hour train down to Bordeaux with one-way tickets starting at €35.

For couples seeking a truly unique elopement location, Bordeaux's UNESCO World Heritage sites provide stunning wedding photo opportunities without additional costs. Popular wedding photo locations include the iconic Place de la Bourse with its Water Mirror, the historic Saint-André Cathedral, and the elegant Grand Théâtre. For vineyard wedding ceremonies, private French château venues often bundle ceremony spaces with accommodation.

The best time to elope in Bordeaux is during the grape harvest season (September-October), when the weather is ideal and wine country creates a romantic backdrop. Many vineyard wedding venues combine luxury accommodation, ceremony space, and wine experiences. To learn more, simply inquire, book your complimentary call, and talk to your wedding planner.

Bordeaux enjoys a temperate maritime climate with mild, wet winters and warm, sunny summers. The oceanic influence from the Atlantic moderates temperature extremes, making outdoor ceremonies viable for much of the year.

Here's a month-by-month breakdown of typical conditions for wedding planning:

Peak Season (June-August): 25-27°C (77-81°F)

In Summer, you can expect long, sunny, and warm days with 8-10 hours of daily sunshine. Occasional heat waves can push temperatures above 30°C (86°F), but luckily the summers don’t tend to get too hot, although brief afternoon thunderstorms are possible.

Please note that this is also the busiest tourist season with higher accommodation costs.

Shoulder Season (April-May, September-October): 18-23°C (64-73°F)

Bordeaux tends to be a lot less crowded in the shoulder season than in summer. Spring brings occasional showers but beautiful blooms, while autumn offers stable weather and vineyard harvest activities. Being outside of the peak tourist season, this is generally considered the ideal time for elopements and outdoor ceremonies. Not only can you be comfortable in mild weather, but you can also enjoy an intimate celebration in iconic locations and celebratig with the locals.

Winter Season (November-March): 6-13°C (43-55°F)

In the winter time, more frequent rainfall is common. You can also expect shorter daylight hours and while some venues might close, there’s still a big array of wonderful indoor venues and French châteaus available for an unforgettable elopement.

Major airports in Nice and Marseille offer direct connections from most European cities, making it an accessible luxury destination for couples and their guests.

Somewhere Crazy elopement packages in Bordeaux come with everything you could need for an unforgettable wedding elopement - a wedding planner who will craft your wedding day timeline, a world-class photographer, a lovely celebrant, a wedding bouquet, and a buttonhole.

Couples may add extra services to their France elopement package, such as a hair and makeup artist, videographer, private transport, a boat ride, a vintage car, and more!

If you're looking to elope in France, you'll be glad to learn that we offer both, budget-friendly elopement packages and our premium service. Besides having everything that’s included in the elopement package, our premium service involves a completely customizable elopement with a 2-day timeline creation, not one but two photoshoots, premium venue rental, art direction, and more! Learn about our Premium Elopement Experience.

If you're considering to elope in Bordeaux, you must be wondering about the cost of an elopement wedding. Our elopement packages in France usually start at €6,000 for the Standard Elopement package but could be higher depending on the location, season, and add-ons. The premium package includes a 2-day experience and comes to +€12,000.

Comparing it to traditional weddings with an average cost of around €40,000, elopement packages in France are still much more budget-friendly, not to mention a thousand times more exciting!