Château Elopement in France at Château Bagen
A complete South West France elopement package for couples planning from abroad
This is not just inspiration, this is a complete, ready-to-book elopement experience at Château Bagen, created for couples who want an intimate and elegant wedding in France without the stress of planning everything themselves.
From the ceremony setting to photography and trusted local vendors, everything is designed to give you a seamless and meaningful experience.
Three tiers, starting from €3500. Full details below.
What this elopement experience includes
This is a complete and carefully designed elopement package, allowing you to enjoy your wedding day without stress or complexity. Included:
• Private use of the château grounds for your ceremony
• Access to the on-site church for your ceremony
• Up to 7 hours of professional photography coverage
• Editorial, natural and documentary-style storytelling
• Guidance with timeline, light and flow of the day
• Online private gallery
• Minimum 300 high-resolution images delivered within 5 weeks
Additional services & optional experiences
Your elopement can be fully personalised with additional services, all of which I help you organise.
You don’t need to search or coordinate vendors yourself. I connect you with trusted local professionals and manage the process with you.
Optional services:
• bridal hair & make-up
• floral design (bouquet, boutonniere, decoration)
• private dinner or catering
• accommodation at the château
• transportation and transfers
Everything can be arranged for you, making the experience simple, smooth and stress-free, especially if you are planning from abroad.
Two ceremony settings at Château Bagen
Château Bagen offers two private ceremony locations on the property: a ceremony in front of the château with its fairytale façade as a backdrop, or a small intimate church within the grounds for a quieter, more traditional setting.
Both options are exclusive and reserved for your experience.
A unique French experience: create your own croquembouche
For couples who want something truly memorable, you can include a croquembouche creation experience.
This traditional French wedding dessert is made of delicate choux pastries stacked into an elegant tower and you can create it yourselves as part of your day.
It becomes not only a beautiful detail, but also a meaningful shared moment during your elopement.
Who this experience is perfect for
This château elopement is ideal for couples who:
• want a private and intimate wedding in France
• prefer a calm, meaningful experience over a large event
• are travelling from abroad and want support with planning
• value aesthetics, atmosphere and authenticity
• want a refined château setting without complexity
Your photographer & guide in France
I’m Eugénie Smirnova, a wedding and elopement photographer based in South West France.
I specialise in intimate château weddings and destination elopements for couples who value elegance, atmosphere and emotional authenticity.
Beyond photography, I help you create a seamless and refined experience, guiding you through the planning process and connecting you with carefully selected local vendors.
My approach is discreet and editorial, allowing your day to unfold naturally while creating images that feel timeless and deeply personal.
What couples are saying
“Eugenie was an absolute dream to work with! From day one, she went above and beyond helping us plan the day from across the world, keeping it running smoothly, even recommending our fantastic caterer. Beyond her incredible talent, she brought so much warmth, calm, and joy to our wedding day.” Katie Macleod, elopement at Château Bagen, 2025
“I could not be more grateful that my husband and I found Eugenie for our elopement. From the beginning she was communicative, professional, and even when some plans faltered, she connected us with the lovely owner of Château de Belmont Saint Foi. Anytime someone asked me if I was stressed about our wedding plans, I could honestly answer no because of how seamless Eugenie made the entire thing.” Katie Chapman, elopement at Château de Belmont Saint Foi, 2025
Investment
Three tiers, designed to match the way you want to approach your day. Photography sits at the centre of each at 7 hours of coverage, with planning support layered as you need.
Essentials · from €3500
Photography-led elopement with the support to make the day flow.
- 7 hours of editorial photography coverage
- Minimum 300 high-resolution images delivered within 5 weeks
- Online private gallery
- Planning guidance: timeline, light, and flow of the day
- Private use of Château Bagen grounds for your ceremony
- Vendor recommendations for anything you arrange yourself
For couples who want a refined photo experience and prefer to coordinate logistics on their own.
Curated · from €5500
Everything in Essentials, plus active coordination so you can arrive present.
- Vendor coordination: I introduce, book, and manage day-of timeline
- Hair and makeup artist coordination
- Floral design coordination: bouquet, boutonnière
- Croquembouche experience option, organised with a local pâtissier
- On-day timeline management
For couples who want a refined day without the planning load.
Bespoke · from €9500
A fully designed multi-day elopement, shaped around what matters most to you.
Everything in Curated, plus
- Multi-day coordination of all vendors and logistics
- Château Bagen full hire arrangement (private 4-night stay, up to 13 guests)
- Private dinner arrangements at the château with a local chef
- Transportation for arrival, departure, and day-of transfers
- Сroquembouche signature experience, organised with a local pâtissier
For couples planning from abroad who want a fully tailored, multi-day experience.
Plus vendor costs you pay directly to providers
These are billed by and paid directly to each vendor, kept separate from my photography and coordination fee:
- Hair and makeup artist: €400
- Bouquet and boutonnière: €250
- Ceremony floral design: available on request
- Croquembouche pâtissier: €400
- Château Bagen full hire: €2500 for four nights (entire château, up to 13 guests)
- Private dinner for two: €1400
- Transportation: available on request
A note on dates and availability
Château Bagen is a privately owned property. All bookings are confirmed individually based on:
- Château availability on your requested dates
- Owner agreement to grant ceremony access (for Essentials and Curated, where you are not staying overnight)
- Stay calendar for Bespoke
If your preferred dates are not available at Château Bagen, I will suggest alternative dates or other château options in my network.
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Let’s plan your elopement in France
If you are dreaming about a château elopement in France and want a beautiful, well-organised and stress-free experience, I would love to help you create it.
FAQ. Château elopement in France
Can foreigners elope in France?
Yes, many international couples choose France for a symbolic elopement ceremony. A legal wedding in France usually requires specific residency and administrative steps, so many couples complete the legal part at home and celebrate their symbolic ceremony in France.
Where is Château Bagen located?
Château Bagen is located in South West France, a beautiful region for couples looking for a romantic château setting, historic architecture and a quieter alternative to more crowded destinations.
Is this a legal wedding package?
This experience is designed for intimate symbolic ceremonies and elopements. If you need a legal civil wedding in France, this usually requires additional administrative preparation with the local mairie.
Can you help us find vendors for our elopement?
Yes. I can connect you with trusted local vendors such as hair and make-up artists, florists, catering options, accommodation and transport providers.
How far in advance should we book a château elopement in France?
For the best availability, especially if you are travelling from abroad, I recommend starting the planning process several months in advance. This gives us time to secure the date, organise vendors and create a relaxed timeline.