chateau · chateau-estate
Château de Chignat
About This Venue
Un lieu unique où se réunir, danser, se restaurer, célébrer
A charming 12th-century estate entirely renovated in 2024, located 15 minutes east of Clermont-Ferrand in Puy-de-Dôme. Offering exclusive privatisation for weddings of 50 to 300 guests with up to 95 sleeping on-site in summer, featuring three reception halls in converted barns, a heated outdoor pool, glamping accommodations, and a bohemian-champêtre atmosphere mixing vintage and contemporary elements.
About the History
12th century · Historic château with contemporary renovation, bohemian-champêtre aesthetic
A historic château dating back to the 12th century, formerly a private property. Acquired by Groupe Montel Hospitality in 2022 and entirely renovated and redecorated, opening as an event venue in April/June 2024. The renovation transformed the estate into an exceptional venue combining noble materials, recycled and eco-responsible elements, vintage flea market finds, and contemporary pieces.
- • converted barn reception halls
- • grand staircase
- • interior courtyards
- • contemporary lofts within historic building
Spaces & Capacity
This venue can accommodate up to 300 guests for a seated dinner.
Salle Dame-Jeanne
Indoor- decorated with dame-jeannes (large glass bottles)
- access to interior courtyards
Salle aux Arrosoirs
Indoor- exposed beams
- warm wood
Third Reception Hall
Indoor- wall panels from old Canadian train carriage floors
Grand Chapiteau (Marquee)
Outdoor- guinguette string lights included
- furniture included
Bar de la Piscine
Indoor- themed after a mythical film
- direct access to heated outdoor pool
Lounge Bars (Historic Building)
Indoor- New York loft-style decor
- ground floor and first floor
Accommodation
Loft 1 (2nd floor)
loftLoft 2 (Top Floor)
loftAnnex Gîte
giteGlamping Village (Seasonal)
glampingPricing & Packages
2025-2026 pricing
Starting price for wedding packages, variable depending on selected dates. Off-season rates available November to April.
Minimum 3 nights
| Season | Months | Price |
|---|---|---|
| low | November to April | On request |
What’s included
- Exclusive use of estate
- Accommodation for up to 94 people in summer (lofts, gîte, glamping)
- Access to all reception rooms and lounge spaces
- Furniture (tables, chairs, high-top tables, garden furniture)
- Access to gardens and multiple reception tents
- Access to relaxation spaces (pool, sauna, pétanque, BBQ)
- Bed linen
- Cleaning package
- Marquee setup, guinguette string lights, and furniture (summer package)
Not included
- Catering and drinks (unless integrated catering service selected)
- Decoration and floral arrangements
- DJ or live music
- Wedding planner
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
6,000m² of private grounds with a garden party atmosphere, outdoor ceremony space, BBQ area, pergola around pool, brasero fire pit lounge, and multiple outdoor reception tents.
Getting There
By Air
- Clermont-Ferrand Auvergne Airport (Aulnat) 10-12 km, approximately 10 minutes
By Train
- Clermont-Ferrand SNCF 16 km, approximately 15 minutes
By Road
A711 towards Pont-du-Château, then D2089 towards Vertaizon. From Paris/Lyon: A75 motorway, Exit 1: La Pardieu
Key Distances
- Paris 4h20 by car; 1 hour by flight
- Clermont-Ferrand 15 minutes
- Pont-du-Château 10 minutes
- Vichy 1 hour
- Lyon 2 hours
- Saint-Etienne 1h30-2 hours
- Grenoble 3 hours
Vertaizon, Puy-de-Dôme, France
In the heart of the Auvergne volcanoes, in the Puy-de-Dôme region of central France
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