Captivating French scenery, stunning cuisine and wonderful Champagne
A baroque hideaway surrounded by the Pyrénées mountains, the elegant Château de Riell property in French Catalonia is an idyllic location to celebrate that special day. Whether it’s a small intimate gathering or an extensive grand affair, the château works with couples to create their ideal bespoke wedding reception.
Seated atop the Molitg estate, the château is nestled into a century-old cedar grove and offers an array of ceremony* and reception locations for up to 100 guests. Soon to be newlyweds can opt to embrace the beauty of nature and exchange their vows* outdoors in the stunning water gardens, followed by Champagne and amuse-bouche on the terrace and wedding breakfast in a beautiful marque.
There are numerous options available; the baroque dining room lends itself wonderfully for a wedding breakfast and the chateau’s oubliettes (dungeon) night club is the perfect location to dance the night away. The hotel can help with all aspects of creating that special day from coordinating the décor and arranging the florist, to booking the DJ or band.
No matter what the size, Chef Sebastian Nouveau and his skilled team, trained at the Institute Michel Guérard, will create celebrated Catalonian cuisine for the wedding party. Succulent lamb, wood mushrooms and Catalonian style snails are just some of the incredible culinary creations that will appear on the menu.
Newlyweds and their friends and family have the option to stay in one of the château’s19 bedrooms, which stand out for their character and refinement. The rooms include four cottages tucked away in the beautifully landscaped gardens, as well as sumptuous suites and deluxe rooms. Each is decorated in subtle and joyful Pierre Frey fabrics alongside French, Colonial and English furniture.
Château de Riell is the perfect place to relax and unwind pre and post wedding, and nowhere more so than the beautiful Molitg Les Bains spa, located on the estate. The Roman spa has embraced a nurturing philosophy and boasts a wonderful thermal pool that reaches a naturally hot 37.5°C, alongside 25 treatment rooms, a range of thermal and white clay baths, and a Decléor Beauty Salon. It spans 1,500m2 and is hidden amidst century-old trees and anchored in foliage, providing a haven of tranquillity.
With so much outstanding natural beauty right on the doorstep, guests will want to explore the great outdoors, whether it’s hiking, cycling or climbing the spectacular canyon. Wedding guests can also experience the culture and history of French Catalonia at the medieval village of Mosset just 5km away, while four of the most beautiful villages in France are just a short drive from the hotel.
Château de Riell offers an array of bespoke wedding packages. For those looking to hire the whole château, including its 19 bedrooms, rates start from €12 000 (APPROX £10,650) based on a wedding party of 45 people. This includes exclusive hire of the property over a two day, one night, period, wedding breakfast for all guests in the dining room and evening celebrations in the oubliettes. Entertainment and bar is additional.
*For UK citizens considering marrying abroad, further advice can be found here https://www.gov.uk/marriage-abroad.
For further information or to book visit www.chateauderiell.com or call 0033 4 68 05 04 40.
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