The desire to get married abroad has risen in recent years perhaps because the happy couple want to be guaranteed better weather than in the UK or because they want to do something memorable. Television problems showing how blissful a stay in a French chateau can be have made lots of couples choose the magnificent backdrop of a chateau for their wedding day and it must be said that the experience for all the wedding party would be amazing.

To get married in France one of the couple at least must have been residing in France for thirty days prior to the wedding. The usual legal documents are required such as passports and birth certificates along with a certificate to say that you are not already married.

There are quite a few chateaux that promote themselves as wedding venues in France whether you are looking for a grand venue, or a more rustic setting and although you may think that such a wedding would be out of the reach of most couples when compared to a wedding in the UK getting hitched in France can be affordable.

Most chateau owners will be able to organise the whole wedding celebration including accommodation for bride and groom and guests making for a stress-free time for everyone.