Saint-Tropez Wedding Photography with a Vineyard Ceremony

Destination wedding in Saint-Tropez · Vineyard wedding in the South of France

Marloes and Michael came from the Netherlands for a two-day wedding in Saint-Tropez – boules and rehearsal dinner in the main square, a golden-hour vineyard ceremony in the hills and an intimate party back in town. If you’re planning a wedding in Saint-Tropez and love the idea of a vineyard ceremony, this is what it looks like in real life.

Bride and groom embracing in a vineyard at sunset near Saint-Tropez — Saint-Tropez vineyard wedding – sunset portraits among the vines.

Rehearsal dinner and boules in the centre of Saint-Tropez

Their Saint-Tropez wedding weekend started in the most local way possible – on the main square, playing boules under the trees. Marloes and Michael arrived with their guests, picked up the boules and joined the game. No program, no fuss, just a very French way to warm up before the wedding day.

Once everyone had played a few rounds, they moved to a café next to the boules field for a relaxed rehearsal dinner. Long tables, wine, evening light and plenty of conversation – the kind of start that sets the tone for a South of France wedding.

Wedding guests gathered around a boules field on the main square in Saint-Tropez — Boules on the main square – the most Saint-Tropez way to start a wedding weekend.

Couple playing boules with guests on Saint-Tropez main square at rehearsal dinner — Boules with friends and family in the centre of town.

Guests throwing boules during rehearsal evening in Saint-Tropez — Guests taking turns on the boules court.

Bride smiling while playing boules in Saint-Tropez city centre — Marloes relaxed and laughing before the wedding day.

Guests watching boules game at Saint-Tropez central square — Everyone gathered around the game under the trees.

Close-up of boules on the ground during Saint-Tropez rehearsal evening — Details of the boules game on the sand.

Guests cheering during boules match before wedding in Saint-Tropez — Candid reactions during the match.

Saint-Tropez wedding photographer capturing rehearsal activities around boules field — Documentary coverage around the boules field.

Guests chatting in the shade at Saint-Tropez rehearsal dinner — Shaded conversations between games and dinner.

Couple watching boules during Saint-Tropez rehearsal evening — The couple watching their guests play.

Wide view of Saint-Tropez square at sunset during rehearsal evening — Central square turning golden as the sun drops.

Guests laughing around tables at Saint-Tropez rehearsal dinner — Laughter around the tables once dinner begins.

Outdoor café tables set for rehearsal dinner in Saint-Tropez — Café setup right next to the boules field.

Guests sitting at long table for rehearsal dinner in Saint-Tropez — Long tables, simple food, good wine.

Bride and groom sitting together at rehearsal dinner table in Saint-Tropez — Marloes and Michael finally sitting down together.

Detail of glasses and plates at Saint-Tropez rehearsal dinner — Simple, unfussy table details – very South of France.

Guests enjoying food and drinks at Saint-Tropez rehearsal dinner — Good food and wine doing what they always do.

Candid laughter at rehearsal dinner in Saint-Tropez — Real reactions that tell the story better than words.

Trees and lights above rehearsal dinner tables in Saint-Tropez — Tree canopy and lights above the tables.

Saint-Tropez wedding photographer capturing guests at rehearsal dinner — Documentary moments between speeches and courses.

Night atmosphere over rehearsal dinner tables in Saint-Tropez — Rehearsal dinner drifting into night on the square.

Saint-Tropez landscape and vineyards

One of the best things about wedding photography in Saint-Tropez is how quickly you can move from busy streets to quiet countryside. A short drive from the port and you’re among vineyards, olive trees, fields and views towards the sea – perfect for a vineyard wedding ceremony or a portrait session.

Road between vineyards leading towards the coast near Saint-Tropez — Country landscape near Saint-Tropez – vineyards and a glimpse of the sea.

Vineyard near Saint-Tropez used as wedding ceremony location — Vineyard setting for the wedding ceremony.

Hills and vineyards in Saint-Tropez region in warm light — Hills and vines in soft evening light.

South of France countryside with vines and olive trees near Saint-Tropez — Classic South of France countryside near Saint-Tropez.

Golden-hour landscape above vineyards close to Saint-Tropez — Golden-hour colour over the vineyard hills.

Road between vineyards leading to Saint-Tropez wedding venue and beach area — A small road between vineyards with the coast in the distance.

Wide view over Saint-Tropez region vineyards, fields and coastline — Wide view over vineyards, fields and the coastline beyond.

If you’re still choosing a spot in the region, these pages might help:

Getting ready in Saint-Tropez

The wedding day itself began at the hotel. No stress, just a slow build-up as everyone got ready. This is where Saint-Tropez wedding photography becomes very personal – simple, quiet frames that balance the big vineyard and party scenes later in the day.

Groom buttoning his suit jacket in a Saint-Tropez hotel room — Getting ready at a Saint-Tropez hotel before heading to the vineyard.

Bride adjusting her dress while getting ready in Saint-Tropez hotel — Bridal preparations before leaving for the vineyard.

Makeup artist working on bride before vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Final makeup touches in soft indoor light.

Groom buttoning his suit jacket in Saint-Tropez hotel room before vineyard wedding — Michael getting ready in a quiet corner of the hotel.

Wedding shoes and bouquet styled on chair in Saint-Tropez hotel — Simple details laid out before the day begins.

Bridesmaid helping bride with dress during getting ready in Saint-Tropez — Helping with the dress and final adjustments.

Groom checking his tie in mirror before vineyard ceremony near Saint-Tropez — A last look in the mirror before heading out.

Bride looking out of window with Saint-Tropez view behind her — A quiet moment by the window, looking out over Saint-Tropez.

Bride laughing with friend while getting ready in Saint-Tropez hotel — Small, relaxed moments that complete the story.

Vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez

From the hotel we drove out to a local vineyard. An old farmer’s cart with horses waited at the entrance, ready to take the couple through the vines. Guests gathered under olive trees with the vineyard rolling out behind them – simple, quiet and very South of France.

The ceremony started as the light dropped into that perfect golden hour. Vows and rings were exchanged with the vines in the background, followed by a short portrait session in the fields before everyone headed back to town.

Bride and groom standing at vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez with guests watching — Vineyard wedding ceremony in golden-hour light near Saint-Tropez.

View of vineyard hillside prepared for wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Ceremony hillside prepared between vines and trees.

Bride and groom arriving to vineyard ceremony in horse-drawn cart near Saint-Tropez — Arriving by horse-drawn cart through the vines.

Horse-drawn cart moving along vineyard rows towards ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Cart rolling along the vineyard rows.

Wedding guests waiting under olive trees at vineyard in the South of France — Guests waiting under the olive trees.

Wide view of vineyard wedding ceremony with guests seated near Saint-Tropez — Wide view of the ceremony with vineyards behind.

Bride walking towards ceremony under olive trees at vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Marloes walking towards the ceremony under the trees.

Groom waiting at front of vineyard ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Michael waiting at the front as guests settle in.

Couple standing together at start of vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Ceremony begins with vines and olive trees all around.

Bride and groom exchanging vows during vineyard wedding ceremony in the South of France — Vows exchanged with the vineyard behind them.

Guests watching vineyard ceremony near Saint-Tropez with sunlight filtering through trees — Guests listening as the couple read their vows.

Close-up of printed vows at vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Printed vows, simple and personal.

Ring exchange during vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Rings exchanged as the light turns golden.

Bride laughing during vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Marloes laughing during the ceremony.

Groom smiling while listening to vows at vineyard ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Michael listening to the vows with a smile.

Wedding guests seated at vineyard ceremony in the South of France — Guests seated between vineyard rows and olive trees.

Bride wiping away a tear during vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Emotional moment during the vows.

Guests clapping at the end of vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Applause as the ceremony finishes.

Bride and groom walking back down the aisle at vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Walking back down the aisle together.

Wide scene of vineyard ceremony near Saint-Tropez during golden hour — Golden-hour light over the ceremony space.

Guests congratulating bride and groom after vineyard ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Guests congratulating the couple after the ceremony.

Bride hugging guest at vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Hugs and greetings under the olive trees.

Groom greeting guests after vineyard wedding ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Michael greeting each guest after the ceremony.

Guests chatting with vineyard and hills in background near Saint-Tropez — Guests chatting with the hills behind them.

Wide view of guests mingling after vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Informal drinks after the ceremony among the vines.

Guests raising glasses in vineyard near Saint-Tropez — A quick toast in the vineyard light.

Candid photo of guests laughing at vineyard reception near Saint-Tropez — Laughing between vines and olive branches.

Detail of drinks table at vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Simple drinks table set up beside the vines.

Guests standing and talking under trees at vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Guests relaxing in the shade after the ceremony.

Evening light on vineyard and guests near Saint-Tropez — Evening light settling over the vineyard.

Couple walking away from ceremony area through vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Leaving the ceremony area for a quick portrait session.

Bride and groom holding hands on vineyard path near Saint-Tropez — Holding hands along a small vineyard path.

Silhouette of bride and groom against sunset sky above vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Silhouette against the South of France sky.

Close-up portrait of couple during vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez — Close portrait in soft after-sunset light.

Couple walking together in vineyard after ceremony near Saint-Tropez — Walking back through the vineyard together.

Couple walking between vineyard rows at sunset near Saint-Tropez — Slow walk between vineyard rows at sunset.

Bride and groom laughing together during vineyard photoshoot near Saint-Tropez — Laughing together during the vineyard session.

Saint-Tropez wedding photographer capturing natural vineyard portraits at golden hour — Natural portraits in soft golden-hour light.

Couple embracing in front of vines during South of France wedding — A quiet embrace with vineyards behind them.

Bride twirling in vineyard dress near Saint-Tropez at sunset — Dress movement between the vines.

Couple standing together in vineyard with hills behind near Saint-Tropez — Couple framed by vines and distant hills.

Bride touching groom's face during vineyard photoshoot near Saint-Tropez — Small gestures during the portrait session.

Bride and groom embracing in vineyard at sunset near Saint-Tropez — Embrace in the very last light of the day.

Couple walking uphill in vineyard at dusk near Saint-Tropez — Walking back up the hill as dusk arrives.

Backlit portrait of couple in vines near Saint-Tropez — Backlit portrait between the rows of vines.

Couple holding hands walking away from camera in vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Holding hands, walking away from the camera.

Wide view of couple and vineyard landscape near Saint-Tropez — Wide view of couple and landscape together.

Couple standing close in vineyard near Saint-Tropez at blue hour — Blue-hour portrait after sunset.

Couple framed by vines in South of France vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Framed by leaves and vines in the foreground.

Bride resting head on groom's shoulder in vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Head on shoulder, quiet moment between shots.

Couple laughing while walking through vineyard near Saint-Tropez — Laughing as they walk through the rows.

Bride and groom kissing in vineyard at sunset near Saint-Tropez — A quick kiss between shots.

Couple holding each other in vineyard near Saint-Tropez with hills behind — Holding each other with hills in the background.

Bride and groom standing between vineyard rows at dusk near Saint-Tropez — Between the rows as dusk settles in.

Silhouette of couple in vineyard at dusk near Saint-Tropez — Silhouette against the last light of the sky.

Couple walking out of vineyard path towards lights near Saint-Tropez — Leaving the vineyard, heading back towards Saint-Tropez.

View of vineyard at nightfall near Saint-Tropez — Night falling over the fields and vines.

Last light over vineyard hills near Saint-Tropez after wedding — Last light over the vineyard hills.

Wedding dinner and party back in Saint-Tropez

After the vineyard, we returned to Saint-Tropez for dinner and drinks in a small café near the centre. No formal first dance, no huge dance floor – just good food, a lot of conversation and that slightly chaotic, warm energy that makes Saint-Tropez evenings so photogenic.

Guests smiling and listening to a speech at Saint-Tropez wedding reception — Wedding dinner and speeches at a small café in the centre of Saint-Tropez.

Wedding guests seated at long table at Saint-Tropez café reception — Guests settling into the reception dinner.

Night-time outdoor reception in Saint-Tropez city centre — Outdoor tables in the middle of town at night.

Close-up of table decor during Saint-Tropez wedding reception — Small table details and candlelight.

Guests raising glasses for toast at Saint-Tropez wedding reception — Glasses raised for a toast to the couple.

Bride and groom listening to speeches at Saint-Tropez café wedding reception — Listening to speeches with the town buzzing around them.

Wedding guests laughing during speech at Saint-Tropez reception — Laughter around the table during speeches.

Guests talking and eating at Saint-Tropez wedding dinner — Tables full of conversation and good food.

Saint-Tropez wedding photographer documenting candid reception moments — Documentary coverage of candid reception moments.

Bride and groom enjoying dinner at Saint-Tropez wedding reception — The couple in the middle of their guests at dinner.

Night-time atmosphere outside wedding reception café in Saint-Tropez — The café glowing against the dark Saint-Tropez streets.

Guests smiling and listening to speech at Saint-Tropez wedding reception — Guests listening to the last speeches of the evening.

Street view of Saint-Tropez wedding reception at night — Street view of the reception right in the centre of town.

Saint-Tropez wedding photography – FAQ

When is the best time of year for a wedding in Saint-Tropez?

The most popular months for wedding photography in Saint-Tropez are May, June, September and early October. July and August are beautiful but hot and very busy, so shoulder season usually gives you softer light and a calmer atmosphere.

Why choose a vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez?

A vineyard wedding near Saint-Tropez gives you privacy, space and golden-hour light, while still staying close to the coastline and the old town. You can play boules in the square one evening and say your vows among the vines the next – all in one small area.

How long do we need for vineyard portraits on the day?

For relaxed, natural portraits you don’t need a huge amount of time. With Marloes and Michael we had around five minutes in the vines and that was enough to create a full set of vineyard photos. If we can plan 15–20 minutes around sunset, that’s ideal.

Do you photograph multi-day weddings in the South of France?

Yes. Many of my weddings in Saint-Tropez and the South of France are spread over two or three days – rehearsal dinners, pool days, brunches and the main wedding day. I’m happy to photograph the full story.