South of France wedding venues
Best South of France Wedding Venues
A photographer-curated guide to the most beautiful wedding venues in the South of France, across the French Riviera, Cap Ferrat, Antibes, Cannes, Nice, Provence, Grasse, Mougins and Saint-Tropez. Compare atmosphere, logistics, published starting prices and how each venue actually photographs on a real wedding day — updated July 2026.
Real Riviera weddings, venue advice and photography planning in one guide.
South of France wedding venues with prices
Published starting points for wedding venues in the South of France, from accessible coastal hotels to full Riviera palace buyouts. The real total always changes with season, guest count, rooms, food and beverage minimums, production, transport, VAT, late-night rules and buyout terms.
Prices should always be checked directly with the venue or planner before booking. Some venues publish hire fees, others work with full buyouts, minimum spends or tailor-made quotes. For a complete breakdown of what to budget, see my guide on planning a South of France wedding with a photographer.
Choose the right South of France wedding region first
The best wedding venue in the South of France is not always the prettiest one. It has to fit how your guests arrive, where they sleep, how the light moves, and whether you want a polished hotel weekend or a private estate party. Each region below links to detailed venue lists and South of France wedding photography examples.
French Riviera
Cap Ferrat, Antibes, Cannes, Nice and sea-view hotel venues.
Provence
Châteaux, bastides, olive groves, vineyards and golden evening light.
Saint-Tropez & Var
Private estates, wine-country weekends, pool time and strong parties.
Nice & Airport Area
The easiest option for international guests and short transfers.
Top South of France wedding venues I would shortlist first
These are the best wedding venues in the South of France based on a combination of setting, photography potential, guest experience and destination-wedding logistics. I have kept the notes practical because the flow of the day matters as much as the view. For full photo galleries from each venue, visit my South of France wedding photographer page.
01 · Cap Ferrat icon
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, French Riviera
Villa Ephrussi is the dream version of a Riviera garden wedding: pink Belle Époque architecture, fountains, cypress trees, formal gardens and the sea behind it all. It is one of the most photographed wedding venues in the South of France, and for good reason — every angle delivers.
For photography, it gives several scenes without moving guests around: first look in the gardens, ceremony with sea views, portraits by the Temple de l'Amour, and dinner near the fountains. The wedding cost at Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild starts around €100,000, which covers venue hire but not accommodation, so you will need to arrange nearby hotels in Cap Ferrat or Beaulieu.
- Best for luxury garden ceremonies and editorial portraits.
- Strongest light: late afternoon through early evening.
- No accommodation on site, so guest logistics need planning.
- Works well for 80 to 200 guests depending on setup.
Full gallery and planning notes: Villa Ephrussi wedding photographer
02 · Luxury hotel weekend
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, a Four Seasons Hotel
Cap Ferrat, French Riviera
Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat gives you the full palace hotel experience: arrival, welcome drinks, wedding day, pool moments and farewell brunch can all feel part of one polished weekend. As a Four Seasons property, the wedding cost at Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat reflects the service level — starting around €60,000 with accommodation packages available on site.
It photographs well across several days because the venue has lawns, terraces, interiors, sea views and the Club Dauphin pool atmosphere. For couples who want guests to stay on site and the wedding to feel like a destination weekend rather than a single event, this is one of the strongest French Riviera wedding venues.
- Best for couples who want high service and guests on site.
- Excellent for multi-day wedding storytelling.
- Works best with a careful timeline so portraits do not feel rushed.
- Sea-view suites make this a strong choice for wedding accommodation.
Full gallery: Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat wedding photography
03 · Seaside garden setting
Royal Riviera Hotel
Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat
Royal Riviera is one of the more practical luxury choices in Cap Ferrat for a South of France wedding venue with accommodation. You get gardens, beach access, hotel rooms and sea views without making the wedding day feel complicated. Starting around €10,000, it offers a more accessible entry point than the Four Seasons or Eden-Roc while still delivering genuine Riviera atmosphere.
It is a good fit when guests are travelling internationally and you want the weekend to feel calm, elegant and close to the water. The beach and garden combination gives you ceremony options without leaving the property.
- Best for 60 to 130 seated guests.
- Strong choice for beach, garden and terrace flow.
- Easy base for Cap Ferrat portraits and nearby views.
- On-site accommodation for wedding guests.
Full gallery: Royal Riviera Hotel wedding photographer
04 · Private estate near Grasse
Château Diter
Near Grasse, between Cannes and Provence
Château Diter feels like a private village in the hills: stone staircases, courtyards, terraces, long views and enough space to make every part of the wedding in the South of France feel different. The Château Diter wedding cost starts around €20,000, with production and transport adding significantly depending on your guest count and how elaborate the event design becomes.
It is especially strong for al fresco dinners and evening parties where the atmosphere builds slowly after sunset. The inland position means warmer evenings than the coast, and the Grasse perfume-country setting adds a romantic atmosphere that is harder to find at beachfront hotels.
- Best for long-table dinners and late party energy.
- Great variety without needing to leave the property.
- Production, lighting and transport should be planned early.
- Works well for both intimate and larger wedding parties.
Full gallery: Château Diter wedding photographer
05 · Green and relaxed
Royal Mougins Golf Club
Mougins, close to Cannes and Grasse
Royal Mougins is the quieter alternative to the coast for couples looking for wedding venues in South France with greenery and calm. It suits couples who want soft hills, an easy weekend mood and a venue that does not feel overproduced. With menu pricing from around €200 per person, it can work for a wider range of budgets than the Cap Ferrat palace hotels.
The light is especially good at golden hour, and nearby Mougins village gives you an old-town texture if the timeline allows a short portrait walk. For couples wanting a relaxed destination wedding in the South of France without the intensity of the Riviera coast, this is a strong mid-range option.
- Best for intimate and medium-sized destination weddings.
- Good balance of guest comfort and countryside calm.
- Works well outside the busiest summer dates.
- Short transfer from Cannes and Nice Airport.
Full gallery: Royal Mougins wedding in the South of France
Photography planning
A beautiful venue still needs the right timeline.
The South of France can look effortless, but wedding days here depend on light, transfers, heat, dinner timing and how far guests move between spaces. I help couples plan photography around the venue, not against it. Every venue on this page is one I have worked at or scouted for South of France wedding photography.
French Riviera wedding venues
Choose the French Riviera for sea views, strong hospitality and easier access from Nice Airport. Cap Ferrat feels classic and private — ideal for couples searching for wedding venues by the sea in the South of France. Antibes gives old-world glamour and fireworks over the bay. Cannes is better for formal hotel events and city energy. Together these areas host some of the most sought-after wedding destinations in the South of France.
Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc
Cap d'Antibes icon for ultra-luxury multi-day celebrations with gardens, sea views and a very controlled guest experience. The wedding cost at Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc starts at approximately €480,000 for full privatisation.
AntibesUltra luxuryBy the seaCap d'Antibes Beach Hotel
Modern beachfront feel for couples who want the wedding in the South of France to feel like a coastal holiday weekend. Direct beach access and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
BeachModernBy the seaChâteau de La Napoule
Historic architecture by the sea near Cannes. Strong for a dramatic reception backdrop and portraits by the water. One of the more affordable castle wedding venues in the South of France, starting around €11,500.
CastleCannesSea viewsCarlton Cannes
Classic Cannes glamour with strong event infrastructure, suited to formal receptions and guest-friendly logistics on the Croisette.
HotelCannesHôtel Martinez
Good for couples who want the Croisette, city energy and everything handled by a large luxury hotel team. A straightforward French Riviera wedding venue with high capacity.
HotelCityHôtel Belles Rives
Old-world Riviera charm in Juan-les-Pins. Best for intimate, elegant weekends by the water. A strong choice for a smaller wedding in the French Riviera.
SeaIntimateFor photography examples across this area, see my French Riviera wedding photographer page. If you are also considering places to get married in the South of France beyond the coast, the Provence and Grasse sections below cover inland options.
Wedding venues in Nice, France
Nice is the natural gateway for couples planning a wedding in the South of France. Most international guests fly into Nice Côte d'Azur Airport, so venues in and around Nice offer the shortest transfers and the simplest logistics. The city itself provides a mix of Belle Époque grand hotels, seafront terraces and hilltop villas, while nearby Cap Ferrat and Villefranche-sur-Mer add even stronger settings within a 20-minute drive.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
The most iconic garden and fountain wedding venue near Nice, with straightforward 25-minute transfers from the airport. Best for couples who want the most photographed setting in the region.
Cap FerratGardensNear airportGrand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat
A Four Seasons property with on-site accommodation, world-class service and sea views. One of the best luxury wedding venues near Nice for couples who want everything in one place.
Four SeasonsLuxuryAccommodationRoyal Riviera Hotel
A very guest-friendly wedding venue near Nice Airport with gardens, beach access and hotel comfort. Starting around €10,000, it is one of the more accessible luxury options for a Nice-area wedding.
SeasideAccessibleNice also works well as a base for getting married in the South of France when your guest list includes many international travellers. See the South of France wedding photographer page for galleries from all Nice-area venues.
South of France wedding venues by the sea
A beach wedding in the South of France is one of the most requested setups I hear about. The combination of Mediterranean light, warm evenings and coastal scenery makes sea-view and waterfront venues the single biggest category couples search for. Below are the strongest options for wedding venues by the sea in the South of France, from intimate beachfront hotels to full palace privatisations on the water.
Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild
Not directly on the beach, but the sea views from the gardens and Temple de l'Amour are among the most dramatic on the entire Riviera. Best for couples who want garden ceremony with sea backdrop rather than sand underfoot.
Royal Riviera Hotel
Direct beach access in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. One of the few luxury wedding venues in the South of France where you can have a ceremony on the sand, drinks on the lawn and dinner in the gardens without moving venues.
Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel
Modern, relaxed beachfront hotel. The most natural fit for couples who genuinely want a beach wedding in France with a holiday-weekend feel rather than a formal event.
Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc
The ultimate seafront privatisation. Saltwater pool carved into the rocks, private pontoon, and the most controlled South of France wedding venue by the sea for couples with the budget for full buyout.
Château de La Napoule
A castle literally on the water near Cannes. The sea wall and medieval architecture create a dramatic contrast that photographs unlike any other wedding venue on the French Riviera.
COMO Le Beauvallon
Rare waterfront estate in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. For couples who want a private, resort-style wedding by the sea in the South of France away from the busiest Riviera spots.
For a full gallery of sea-view South of France wedding photography, including sunset ceremonies and evening receptions on the water, visit the portfolio page.
Provence wedding venues
Choose Provence for a wedding in the South of France when privacy, warm stone, vineyards, olive groves and long dinners matter more than sea views. Provence wedding venues tend to be châteaux, bastides and country estates that give you exclusive use of the property for the entire weekend. The light is warmer and softer than the coast, and the countryside settings create a different kind of atmosphere — more intimate, more personal and often more relaxed.
The main trade-off with wedding venues in Provence, France is transport. Most Provence estates are 45 to 90 minutes from Nice Airport, which means you need to think about guest transfers, accommodation and whether to provide buses or recommend car hire. The upside is that once everyone is on site, the privacy and atmosphere are hard to beat. Many couples combine a Provence venue with a few days on the Riviera for the best of both worlds.
When I photograph weddings in Provence, the golden hour is consistently the strongest moment of the day. The combination of warm stone, lavender or vineyard backgrounds, and the late summer sunset creates portrait conditions that the coast simply cannot match. If photography is a priority — and for most couples reading this guide, it is — Provence deserves serious consideration alongside the more famous Riviera options.
Château de Tourreau
Near Avignon. Château lines, big grounds and warm sunset portraits on summer evenings. One of the most established château wedding venues in Provence for medium to large weddings.
AvignonChâteauAirelles La Bastide, Gordes
Hilltop views and a polished luxury experience in one of Provence's most famous villages. The Airelles Gordes wedding cost starts around €25,000, with full buyout options available.
GordesLuxuryDomaine de Manville
Refined Alpilles setting with strong hospitality and event-ready spaces. A well-run Provence wedding venue that handles logistics well for international couples.
AlpillesHotelChâteau de la Gaude
Aix-en-Provence estate atmosphere with clean structure and strong guest experience. The Château de la Gaude wedding cost starts around €15,000, making it one of the more accessible château options near Aix.
AixEstateChâteau de Fonscolombe
Château and countryside feel with a luxury stay experience for guests. The Château de Fonscolombe wedding cost starts around €20,000 for venue hire.
CountrysideLuxury stayChâteau d'Estoublon
Olive groves, Provence textures and a refined estate story for editorial photos. A beautiful Provence wedding venue for couples who want authenticity and organic character.
OlivesAlpillesSaint-Tropez and Var wedding venues
This region is best for private estates, pool time, wine-country weekends and late-night energy. Saint-Tropez wedding venues tend to be more exclusive and party-oriented than the classical Riviera hotels, which suits couples who want their wedding in the South of France to feel like a celebration rather than a formal event. In peak summer, travel time from Nice Airport matters — allow at least 90 minutes — so build more breathing space into the schedule.
COMO Le Beauvallon
Rare waterfront estate feeling in the Gulf of Saint-Tropez. The Airelles St-Tropez wedding cost at the nearby Airelles properties starts around €30,000. Beauvallon is often shortlisted for private high-end events with sea access.
WaterfrontEstateChâteau de Robernier
Château look with a courtyard that works beautifully for dinner and dancing. A strong Saint-Tropez wedding venue for couples wanting a castle atmosphere within reach of the coast.
VarChâteauChâteau de Berne
Wine-country weekend feel with accommodation, calm scenery and space for several days of events. One of the best vineyard wedding venues in the South of France.
VineyardAccommodationLa Ferme des Lices
A more rustic-chic Saint-Tropez wedding venue for couples who want character, Provençal atmosphere and a party energy that builds through the evening.
TropezRustic-chicGetting married in the South of France: what you need to know
Every year I photograph couples from the UK, USA, Ireland, Canada, Australia and across Europe who are getting married in the South of France. Most of the questions are the same: legal requirements, best time of year, how far in advance to book, and what a realistic budget looks like. This section covers the practical side so you can focus on choosing the right venue.
Legal requirements for a wedding in France
France requires a civil ceremony (mariage civil) at the local mairie (town hall) for the marriage to be legally recognised. Many couples handle the legal paperwork at home and then have a symbolic ceremony at their chosen South of France wedding venue. If you want the legal ceremony in France, you typically need to contact the mairie of the town where the venue is located at least 2 to 3 months in advance, and at least one of you must have been a resident in France for at least 30 consecutive days. A wedding planner who specialises in destination weddings in the South of France can guide you through this process.
Best time of year for a South of France wedding
June through September is peak season for weddings in the South of France, with the best weather and longest days. July and August are the most popular — and most expensive — months. May and October offer a good balance of warm weather, lower prices and better availability at the top venues. April and November can work for smaller events, but the weather is less predictable. From a photography perspective, September is exceptional: the light is golden, the temperatures are comfortable and the crowds have thinned.
How far in advance to book
The best wedding venues in the South of France — particularly Villa Ephrussi, Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat and Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc — book 12 to 24 months in advance for summer dates. For Provence châteaux and Saint-Tropez estates, aim for 12 to 18 months. If you are flexible on dates, shoulder-season months (May, October) often have more availability. As a South of France wedding photographer, I recommend booking photography at the same time as the venue to ensure availability.
Budget planning for a South of France wedding
Realistically, a wedding in the South of France for 80 to 100 guests at a quality venue will range from €30,000 to €150,000+ depending on the venue, food and drink, production, entertainment and photography. Palace hotels and famous Riviera properties like Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc can easily reach €300,000 to €500,000+ for full privatisation. Provence estates and inland venues tend to offer more value. The price table above gives published starting points for each venue — always request a tailored quote.
Guest travel and logistics
Nice Côte d'Azur Airport is the main international gateway for South of France destination weddings. British Airways, EasyJet and Air France run frequent flights from the UK. Emirates, Delta and United serve transatlantic routes. For venues in Provence or Saint-Tropez, plan for 60 to 90-minute transfers from the airport and consider arranging group transport. Cap Ferrat and Antibes venues are the closest to the airport at 20 to 45 minutes, which is why they are the most popular choice for couples prioritising guest convenience.
South of France destination wedding guide
A destination wedding in the South of France is different from a local wedding. You are asking guests to travel, which means the venue choice affects not just the ceremony but the entire weekend experience. The best South of France wedding destinations combine a strong venue with nearby accommodation, good restaurants and enough activities to justify the trip.
Why the South of France is one of the best wedding destinations in Europe
Couples choose the South of France as a wedding destination for the same reasons they choose Tuscany or the Amalfi Coast: exceptional scenery, world-class food and wine, cultural richness and the sense that the location itself is part of the celebration. The French Riviera adds something extra — a level of glamour and sophistication that few other European destinations can match. From the moment guests land at Nice Airport, the light, the landscape and the atmosphere signal that this is not an ordinary weekend.
Top destination wedding locations in the South of France
For a French Riviera destination wedding, Cap Ferrat is the single strongest choice. It is close to the airport, has exceptional venues (Villa Ephrussi, Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, Royal Riviera), and offers sea views, gardens and hotel accommodation within a small radius. Antibes and Cannes work well for couples who want more nightlife and city energy mixed into the weekend. For a Provence destination wedding, the Alpilles region around Gordes and Saint-Rémy-de-Provence delivers the classic lavender-and-château experience that most couples imagine when they think of the South of France. Saint-Tropez and the Var are ideal for couples who want a party-oriented destination wedding with private estates and late-night energy.
Planning a destination wedding in the South of France
Most couples planning a destination wedding in the South of France work with a wedding planner who understands the region. French Riviera wedding planners handle vendor coordination, logistics, legal paperwork and the cultural nuances that can catch international couples off guard. Budget realistically for production costs — many South of France wedding venues are dry-hire, meaning you need to bring in everything from catering to furniture to lighting. This is different from hotel venues where most elements are included. A good planner will help you understand whether a venue's published price reflects a complete experience or just the starting point.
For photography, the key advantage of a destination wedding is that you have multiple days to work with. I often photograph welcome drinks on Friday, the full wedding on Saturday and a farewell brunch on Sunday. This multi-day approach gives you a richer story and more natural, relaxed images than a single-day event. See my South of France wedding photographer page for examples of how this works in practice.
Not sure which South of France wedding venue fits?
Use this quick matcher to narrow the search. It is intentionally simple, but it helps you decide whether your starting point should be Cap Ferrat, Provence, Grasse or Saint-Tropez for your wedding in the South of France.
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Once you know your favourite wedding venues in the South of France, the next question is whether the timeline gives you the images you imagine. I photograph weddings across the French Riviera, Provence, Cap Ferrat, Antibes, Grasse, Mougins, Nice, Cannes and Saint-Tropez. Every venue on this page is one I know from behind the camera.
South of France wedding venue FAQ
Practical answers for couples comparing wedding venues in the South of France, budgets, logistics and photography across the French Riviera and Provence.
What is the best area for a South of France wedding?
For sea views and easy guest travel from Nice Airport, start with Cap Ferrat, Antibes, Cannes and the French Riviera. These areas offer the most accessible South of France wedding venues with strong hotel infrastructure. For privacy, long dinners and golden countryside light, Provence, Grasse, Mougins and the Var are stronger. Saint-Tropez works best for couples who want a party-oriented destination weekend. The "best" area depends on your guest count, budget and whether you prioritise convenience or atmosphere — the venue matcher above can help you decide.
Are South of France wedding venues expensive?
Yes, many luxury wedding venues in the South of France are expensive, especially palace hotels and famous Riviera properties. Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc starts at around €480,000 for full privatisation, while Villa Ephrussi begins near €100,000. However, there are more accessible options: Royal Riviera starts around €10,000, Château de La Napoule from €11,500 and Royal Mougins from €200 per person for the menu. Private estates can look cheaper at first, but production, transport, lighting, power, furniture and staffing often add significant cost. Always ask for a complete quote rather than comparing venue hire fees alone.
Should we choose a hotel or private château for our South of France wedding?
Choose a hotel if guest comfort, on-site rooms and service are your priority — Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, Royal Riviera and Hôtel Martinez all excel here. Choose a château or private estate if privacy, flexible layout and a more personal atmosphere matter more — Château Diter, Château de Tourreau and Château de Robernier are strong options. Photography can work beautifully in both, but the timeline needs to match the venue type. Hotel weddings tend to flow more smoothly because the infrastructure is in place, while château weddings offer more creative freedom but require more production planning.
Which South of France venues are best for wedding photography?
Villa Ephrussi, Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, Royal Riviera, Château Diter, Château de La Napoule, Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc and Provence estates like Château de Tourreau and Airelles La Bastide all photograph beautifully — but only when the schedule protects the best light and avoids rushed transfers between locations. The venues that photograph best are the ones with variety: gardens for the ceremony, sea views or countryside for portraits, and covered spaces for the reception. I have photographed at every venue on this list and can help you plan the timeline around the light.
Can you photograph weddings across the South of France?
Yes. I photograph weddings across the entire South of France including the French Riviera, Provence, Cap Ferrat, Antibes, Cannes, Nice, Grasse, Mougins, Saint-Tropez and the Var. With 21+ years of experience and over 700 weddings across 37 countries, I know these venues from behind the camera — not just what they look like in brochures, but how the light actually moves through each space on a real wedding day. You can see more work on my South of France wedding photographer page.
What is the average cost of a wedding in the South of France?
The cost of a wedding in the South of France varies dramatically by venue and guest count. A realistic range for 80 to 100 guests at a quality venue is €30,000 to €150,000 including venue, catering, basic production and photography. Palace hotel privatisations like Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc can reach €300,000 to €500,000+. Mid-range options like Château de La Napoule or Royal Mougins can come in around €20,000 to €40,000 for the venue and catering. Provence estates often offer the best value for couples wanting a luxury feel without Riviera prices. Budget 10 to 15% of your total for photography — it is the one element that preserves the entire experience.
How do we get legally married in France as a foreign couple?
France requires a civil ceremony at the local mairie for legal recognition. Many international couples handle the legal paperwork at home (UK, USA, Ireland, etc.) and have a symbolic ceremony at their chosen South of France wedding venue. If you want the legal ceremony in France, at least one partner must be resident in France for 30 consecutive days beforehand, and you need to contact the local mairie 2 to 3 months in advance. Required documents typically include birth certificates, passports, a certificate of celibacy and an affidavit of law. A French wedding planner or the venue's wedding coordinator can guide you through the specifics — the requirements vary slightly by nationality and by commune.
What is the best month for a South of France wedding?
June and September are widely considered the best months for a wedding in the South of France. June offers long days, warm weather and the landscape at its greenest. September provides golden light, comfortable temperatures, thinner crowds and slightly lower venue prices. July and August are peak season — hottest weather, highest prices and smallest availability. May and October can work well for couples who accept some weather risk in exchange for better value and easier booking. From a photography perspective, September is my personal recommendation: the quality of light in Provence and on the Riviera during September is extraordinary.
Which South of France wedding venues have on-site accommodation?
Hotel venues naturally offer on-site rooms: Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat (Four Seasons), Royal Riviera, Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc, Hôtel Martinez, Carlton Cannes, Cap d'Antibes Beach Hotel, Airelles La Bastide (Gordes), Domaine de Manville, Château de Berne and COMO Le Beauvallon all provide accommodation for wedding guests. Private estates like Villa Ephrussi and Château Diter do not have on-site rooms, so you will need to arrange nearby hotels. For couples prioritising convenience, Cap Ferrat venues like the Grand-Hôtel and Royal Riviera are ideal because guests can stay, celebrate and relax without any transport between accommodation and the wedding.
How far in advance should we book a South of France wedding venue?
The most popular South of France wedding venues book 12 to 24 months in advance for summer dates (June through September). Villa Ephrussi, Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat and Hôtel du Cap-Eden-Roc often have waitlists for Saturday dates in July and August. Provence châteaux and Saint-Tropez estates typically need 12 to 18 months' notice. For shoulder-season dates (May, October), 6 to 12 months can be sufficient at many venues. I recommend booking your venue and photographer simultaneously — both are in high demand for the same dates. If you have a specific date in mind, start the process as early as possible.
