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Chateau du Grand Lucé | Loire Valley, France

A Grand Wedding Weekend at a Chateau in the French Countryside

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Monica & Robby

The couple hosted their wedding weekend at the private enclave of Château du Grand-Lucé in the Loire Valley. The property dates back to the 1760’s and served as home for the weekend for the couple and their immediate families and wedding party.

Celebrations kicked off with a rehearsal dinner at the nearby Musée Automobile. The following day the couple tied the knot at the local church before heading back to the chateau for an evening of dinner, dancing, and fireworks. Guests enjoyed a recovery brunch on property on Sunday, taking a dip in the pool while enjoying mimosas and lawn games.

The Wedding Day

Monica and Robby spent their wedding day enjoying the stunning chateau's grounds before making their way through the village to the historic church across the street.

The couple said their I Do’s beneath stained glass windows dating back to the 1700’s, with the church decked out in hundreds of white flowers for the occasion. After a flower toss exit, the couple made their way through town, leading their friends and family back to the chateau for cocktail hour where they were greeted by champagne flutes.

Guests dined in the chateau’s formal gardens before heading inside to dance the night away. Guests were delighted by a late night surprise fireworks display before retreating to the Orangerie for an after party.

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“We were so impressed by the thought and preparation she put into every photo - she scouted all the the best spots and even took pictures from a 12 foot ladder to get the best angle. Our photos are beautiful and we will treasure them forever!”

—Monica and Robby

Rehearsal Dinner

The weekend of festivities began with the couple's nearest and dearest arriving at the Château du Grand-Lucé, with guests filling up three other nearby chateaus as well. Guests were greeted with impeccably packed welcome bags full of local goods including a freshly baked baguette and champagne.

After exploring the grounds, guests were shuttled over to the Musée Automobile du Mans where the famous 24 Heures du Mans car race takes place. The couple got to walk the race track and hop in a Porsche before meeting their guests inside the museum for the cocktail party.

Planner: Matthew Oliver Weddings | Hotel: Chateau du Lucé | Venue: Musée 24h Le Mans | Paper Products: Fourteen Forty

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“A live band kept guests dancing until two in the morning, pausing only briefly for a dramatic fireworks display.”

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—Brides Magazine

Sunday Brunch

After partying into the wee hours of the morning, guests gathered for a recovery brunch the day after the wedding at the château.

They enjoyed a leisurely morning of lawn games, swimming, and mimosas at the property’s Orangerie and gardens.