Description
A historic and enchanting place to celebrate your wedding
Imagine yourself in the heart of the Auvergne volcanoes, just minutes from Clermont-Ferrand, in a magical setting for your big day. The Château de Portabéraud, a former 18th-century folly, welcomes you to a residence full of charm and elegance. Its vast wooded park of several hectares, its formal gardens, and its carefully preserved architecture create an authentic and refined atmosphere, perfect for unforgettable memories.
Flexible spaces for a wedding that reflects you
Whether you want an intimate reception or a large party, the Château de Portabéraud adapts to your desires thanks to its various modular spaces.
- The Reception Rooms: Three adjoining rooms, with historic charm, capable of accommodating up to 100 guests for a seated dinner. Together, they offer a total capacity of 115 people.
- The Covered Terrace: A 130 m² terrace to expand your space, able to accommodate up to 120 seated guests and 130 for a cocktail reception, ideal for enjoying the outdoors in any season.
- The Park and Gardens: A large, flowery and shaded park, perfect for an outdoor reception, an outdoor ceremony or the installation of a marquee to increase the capacity.
Key services for a stress-free organization
The Château team offers you the complete privatization of the premises, leaving you free to personalize your decor and choose your service providers.
- Total capacity: By combining lounges and terrace, you can accommodate up to 280 guests.
- Freedom of choice: You are free to select your caterer, entertainer and all other service providers according to your preferences.
- Included services: Access to a professional kitchen for the caterer, lighting of the courtyard from nightfall, and complete cleaning after the reception.
- Parking: Private parking is available on site for the convenience of your guests.
A setting steeped in history for an exceptional wedding
The Château de Portabéraud, also known as "La Folie Mercier," is an architectural gem blending medieval and Renaissance influences. Its history is inextricably linked to Gabriel Mercier, the first mayor of Mozac in 1790. Every detail, from the wrought-iron gardens to the chapel with its original decor, tells this rich story. Hosting a reception here for your loved ones offers them a timeless experience, where romance and the prestige of a historic monument will enhance your wedding.
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Reviews (3)
- YYann Hye13/01/2023A magical placeA magical placeA magical place for a truly beautiful reception. Our wedding was extraordinary thanks to this venue and its owner, who was always very helpful.A magical place for a truly beautiful reception. Our wedding was extraordinary thanks to this venue and its owner, who was always very helpful.
- PPauline Tanguy13/01/2023The place is magnificentThe place is magnificentWe celebrated our wedding on Saturday at Château de Portaberaud... It was simply magical: the venue is magnificent, the laurels in bloom... Utterly romantic. We received a very warm welcome and thank the owner for all her helpful advice and her eye for beautiful things! We highly recommend this venue, which delighted our 300 guests!We celebrated our wedding on Saturday at Château de Portaberaud... It was simply magical: the venue is magnificent, the laurels in bloom... Utterly romantic. We received a very warm welcome and thank the owner for all her helpful advice and her eye for beautiful things! We highly recommend this venue, which delighted our 300 guests!
- HHakim Kerroum13/01/2023A magnificent placeA magnificent placeA magnificent venue with exceptionally beautiful gardens, perfect for a wedding reception. The stroll through the grounds was a hit with the guests, who had a wonderful time. The owner, Véronique, is very kind and provided excellent support throughout the planning process, both before and during the event itself. Highly recommended!A magnificent venue with exceptionally beautiful gardens, perfect for a wedding reception. The stroll through the grounds was a hit with the guests, who had a wonderful time. The owner, Véronique, is very kind and provided excellent support throughout the planning process, both before and during the event itself. Highly recommended!
Location & Contact Details for Château de Portabéraud
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Où se situe le Château de Portabéraud ?
The Château de Portabéraud is located in Mozac, in the department of Puy-de-Dôme, in the Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region, just a few minutes from Clermont-Ferrand.
Quelle est la capacité d'accueil pour un mariage au Château de Portabéraud ?
The castle offers several modular spaces allowing it to accommodate up to 280 guests by combining the reception rooms, the covered terrace, as well as the park and gardens.
Quels espaces sont disponibles pour organiser ma réception de mariage ?
You have access to:
Puis-je personnaliser la décoration et choisir mes prestataires au Château de Portabéraud ?
Absolutely. The Château offers complete privatization of the premises, giving you the freedom to personalize your decor and select your caterers, entertainers, and all other service providers according to your preferences.
Quelles prestations sont incluses dans la location du Château pour un mariage ?
Included services include:
Le Château de Portabéraud est-il un lieu historique ?
Yes, the château is a former 18th-century folly, blending medieval and Renaissance influences. It is linked to local history, notably to Gabriel Mercier, the first mayor of Mozac in 1790. This historically rich setting offers an authentic and refined backdrop for your wedding.
Le Château dispose-t-il d’espaces pour une cérémonie extérieure ?
Yes, the large, flowery and shaded park as well as the classic gardens are ideal for organizing an outdoor ceremony or an open-air cocktail reception.
Quelle est la superficie de la terrasse couverte et sa capacité ?
The covered terrace is 130 m² and can accommodate up to 120 seated guests, or 130 guests in cocktail style, allowing you to enjoy an outdoor space whatever the season.
Le stationnement est-il disponible sur place pour les invités ?
Private parking is available on the grounds of Château de Portabéraud to ensure the comfort and safety of your guests.
Comment l’architecture du Château de Portabéraud contribue-t-elle à l’ambiance de mon mariage ?
The carefully preserved architecture of the Château, blending medieval and Renaissance styles, with its ironwork, original decor and classical gardens, creates a romantic, elegant and timeless atmosphere ideal for an exceptional wedding.
