Min Stay 1 nights
Bastide de Toursainte lies just ten minutes from Marseille’s Old Port, a private 18th-century residence listed as a historic monument. Tucked into the Marseille hills, this wedding venue near Marseille embodies authentic Provençal architecture and offers a rare blend of history and convenience.
The bastide is renowned for hosting a limited number of weddings each season, ensuring each celebration is distinct and tailored. The ground floor was fully restored in 2017 and comprises several interconnected reception rooms with direct access to the expansive park.
Shaded by century-old plane trees, the estate offers a grand entrance avenue, a historic fountain, and well-maintained lawns that set the stage for secular ceremonies, garden parties, and outdoor receptions for up to 200 guests. With Marseille’s vibrant cultural offerings and the Mediterranean coastline just minutes away, this heritage-rich venue offers a refined atmosphere for couples seeking elegance within reach of an international city.
Accommodation:
The bastide offers six beautifully appointed guest rooms available on-site, accommodating up to twelve guests. Each room offers views over the landscaped park or surrounding Marseille hills and is ideal for accommodating close family or wedding party members.
Rooms are spacious, tastefully restored, and conveniently located within the main house. Included in all wedding packages during high and low seasons, these rooms ensure couples and their guests can enjoy a private, extended stay on the estate, with the added benefit of Marseille’s extensive local accommodation options nearby for additional guests.
Amenities:
The venue’s amenities are designed to support elegant multi-day wedding experiences. Outdoor dinners under guinguette lights, secular ceremonies near the fountain, and indoor dancing until 4 a.m. ensure a smooth transition between each phase of the celebration. Air-conditioned interior rooms are available for receptions, dancing, or child-friendly spaces.
There are two pétanque courts with equipment, vintage food truck access, and a charming ice cream cart available for hire. The estate offers a curated list of approved caterers and DJs, while all other vendors are at the couple’s discretion. On-site staff assist with layouts, logistics, and wedding day coordination.
From Paris: The quickest route is via high-speed TGV to Marseille Saint-Charles Station, which takes approximately 3 hours and 15 minutes. From there, the venue is just a 10-minute taxi or VTC ride away.
From London: Take the Eurostar to Paris Gare du Nord, transfer to Gare de Lyon, then take the TGV to Marseille. The full journey takes approximately 6.5 hours. Marseille-Provence Airport is also just 20 minutes away for direct flights.
Beyond weddings, Bastide de Toursainte offers versatile spaces for a range of private and corporate events. Its historical character and proximity to central Marseille make it a fitting choice for seminars, business meetings, baptisms, and intimate garden parties. The venue has hosted numerous film shoots and photoshoots, thanks to its architectural authenticity and cinematic ambiance.
Corporate clients benefit from secure parking, indoor air-conditioned spaces, and access to outdoor facilities ideal for team-building activities. Whether for a stylish anniversary brunch or a creative workshop, the bastide’s park and refined interiors provide a serene and adaptable setting for events throughout the year.
➡️ Discover wedding estates in Provence with 200-guest capacity and on-site accommodation
Min Stay 1 nights
Up to 200 guests
Sleeps up to 12 guests
Preferred Caterer
LGBT Friendly
Air Conditioning
4am Curfew
Bastide de Toursainte offers flexible, seasonal packages designed to accommodate both intimate gatherings and extended weekend celebrations. Couples enjoy exclusive use of the estate and its six elegant bedrooms, whether planning a single-day event or a full three-day experience complete with a welcome dinner and post-wedding brunch.
Pricing varies by season and duration of stay. For bespoke quotes and availability, please submit an enquiry using the contact form on this page.
Yes. Bastide de Toursainte is an 18th-century Provençal estate that hosts weddings with exclusive use of its historic bastide, shaded park, reception rooms, and outdoor spaces.
The estate can host up to 200 guests for ceremonies and receptions, with on-site accommodation for up to 12 people across six elegant bedrooms.
Yes. Six beautifully restored bedrooms within the bastide are included in wedding packages, allowing up to 12 guests to stay on the property. Additional guest accommodation is easily found in nearby Marseille.
Its charm lies in its historic fountain, plane tree–lined avenue, 18th-century façade, and its rare combination of Provençal elegance just 10 minutes from Marseille’s Old Port and 20 minutes from the airport.
Yes. Couples often hold ceremonies in the gardens near the fountain and host outdoor dinners beneath plane trees and guinguette lights, with the option to move indoors for dancing or in case of weather changes.
Very. The bastide is only 10 minutes from Marseille Saint-Charles TGV station and approximately 20 minutes from Marseille-Provence Airport, making it convenient for international and out-of-town guests.
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