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Chateau de Villarlong
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Chateau de Villarlong
Chateau de Villarlong is located in Villarzel-Cabardes, Aude, Occitanie. The venue accommodates up to 130 guests, from €25,000.
Reviewed by Anne-Sophie Boubals, Editor-in-Chief. Last reviewed .
About This Venue
Sixty hectares of French gardens beneath Carcassonne skies
A 13th-century château near Carcassonne set on 60 hectares of private grounds with French gardens, a historic chapel, and a 22-metre infinity pool. Offers exclusive hire for up to 130 guests with on-site accommodation for 65 across 15 self-catering apartments.
The Venue History
13th century
First mentioned in historical records dating back to 1206, the château has evolved over centuries under various noble owners. Much of its early history remains a mystery, but its centuries-old architecture and serene surroundings attest to a rich past. Well-preserved 8th-century ruins stand just 500 metres away. The château has been beautifully renovated with modern conveniences while retaining its old-world character.
Notable Features
- • Historic Chapel
- • French Gardens With Mini Maze
- • Courtyard With Stone Fountain
- • Antique Barn (La Grange)
- • Covered Porch (Le Preau)
Spaces & Capacity
Le Preau
Covered Outdoor- Covered Porch Behind The Church
- Panoramic Views Of The Château And Historic Church
La Grange
Indoor- Antique Barn
- Rustic Charm
La Cour
Outdoor- Stone Fountain
- Romantic Courtyard
Le Jardin Français
Outdoor- Manicured Mini Maze Garden
- Manicured Hedges
L'Olivier
Outdoor- Olive Tree
- Option For Tent
Les Jardins
Outdoor- Château As Backdrop
- Large Green Spaces
La Piscine
Outdoor- 22-metre Infinity Pool
- Panoramic Countryside Views
Le Restaurant (Le Castel)
Indoor- Historic Wine Cellar
- Castle Terrace Seating 60
L'Église
Indoor- 11th-century Church
- Indoor Ceremony Backup
La Cour de Tennis
Outdoor- Tennis Court
- Volleyball
Ceremony
Outdoor ceremony locations
- Le Jardin Français (mini maze garden)
- La Cour (courtyard with stone fountain)
- Les Jardins (grounds with château backdrop)
- L'Olivier (around the olive tree)
Chapel
Historic chapel on the 60-hectare grounds. An 11th-century church on the estate can accommodate up to 130 guests for ceremonies.
Wet-weather backup
L'Église (11th-century church, up to 130 guests) and La Grange (antique barn, up to 130 guests) serve as indoor ceremony options.
Accommodation
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apartmentMinori
apartmentPa-Chai
apartmentPeyrepertuse
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apartmentTautavel
apartmentVergennes
apartmentCollioure
studioChez Nicole
roomExplore the Venue
Exterior & Grounds
Interior
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Check Availability & PricingPricing & Packages
Peak season (June-September) wedding package for up to 130 guests, minimum 3 nights
Minimum 3 nights
What’s included
- Exclusive use of entire estate and all event spaces
- Accommodation for 60 guests across 15 units
- Catering: welcome dinner, brunch, and light lunch/dinner on 3rd day
- Infinity pool access
- Garden and courtyard access
- Restaurant and castle terrace access
Not included
- Additional guest catering beyond 60
- Drink packages (POA)
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
60 hectares of private grounds including beautiful French gardens with a mini maze, a romantic courtyard with stone fountain, and expansive green spaces with the château as backdrop.
Getting There
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By Air
- Carcassonne Airport 20-25 minutes
By Train
- Carcassonne 25 minutes
Key Distances
- Paris Train to Carcassonne or fly to Toulouse, then scenic drive
- Carcassonne 25 minutes
Villarzel-Cabardes, Aude, France
Set amidst vineyards and rolling hills in the Occitanie countryside, with 8th-century ruins 500 metres from the estate
A Typical Wedding Weekend
An example of how a multi-day celebration often unfolds. Chateau de Villarlong will confirm your own weekend's actual schedule.
Arrival & welcome
Guests arrive over the afternoon and settle in. Many couples host a relaxed welcome dinner or drinks the evening before, so everyone is together before the day itself.
The wedding day
Ceremony, photographs, and reception typically run across the afternoon into the evening, followed by dancing and celebrations late into the night.
Farewell brunch
A slower morning together, often with a farewell brunch, before guests depart over the course of the day.
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