Chateau
Château de Ricey-Bas
About This Venue
Founded in 1086 where Champagne meets Burgundy heritage
A historic château founded in 1086 in the Champagne region between Champagne and Burgundy, featuring 25 hectares of French gardens and park, on-site accommodation for 32 guests, and customizable event spaces.
Owned by Charles de Taisne & Ségolène de Taisne
The Venue History
11th century · medieval castle with Renaissance elements
Founded in 1086 by Robert 1er, Seigneur des Riceys, who established the first foundations. The château has been part of French history for over 800 years. Currently owned and restored by Charles and Ségolène de Taisne, who installed themselves with their family in 1967, undertaking a comprehensive preservation and enhancement of this family home.
Notable Features
- • 12th-century Vaulted Cellar (Cellier)
- • Old Kitchen (Vieille Cuisine)
- • Nicolas Rollin Room
- • 16th-century Wing
- • Grand Courtyard
- • Stone Construction With Pale Pink Lime-washed Walls
Spaces & Capacity
This venue can accommodate up to 550 guests for a seated dinner.
Cour d'Honneur
Outdoor- Protected By Château Structure
- Direct Access To Village And Church
Cellier
Indoor- 12th-century Stone Vaulted Ceiling
- Pale Pink Lime-washed Walls
Vieille Cuisine
Indoor- Adjacent To Cellier
- Functional Kitchen Space
Salle Nicolas Rollin
Indoor- 7.6 Meters Ceiling Height
- 130 M² Burgundy Stone
French Formal Gardens
Outdoor- Formal French Design
- Bicentennial Trees
Accommodation
Château de Ricey-Bas
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Check Availability & PricingPricing & Packages
Starting price for 2-night wedding package Friday 12h to Sunday 17h including housekeeping
Minimum 2 nights
Packages
Wedding Package - 2 nights
From €5,000
Up to 550 guests
- Exclusive use of château and grounds Friday 12h to Sunday 17h
- 13-bedroom accommodation (up to 32 sleeping places)
- Housekeeping/cleaning included
- × Catering
- × Drinks
- × Décor
Wedding Package - high season
From €6,000
Up to 550 guests
- Exclusive use of château and grounds Friday 12h to Sunday 17h
- 13-bedroom accommodation (up to 32 sleeping places)
- Housekeeping/cleaning included
- × Catering
- × Drinks
- × Décor
What’s included
- Exclusive use of entire château and grounds
- On-site accommodation for up to 32 guests
- Housekeeping
- Parking for visitors
Not included
- Catering and drinks
- Decorations
- Entertainment
- Photography
Features & Amenities
Venue Features
Amenities & Activities
25-hectare park with formal French gardens, bicentennial tree-lined alleys, canals, and waterfall features
Getting There
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By Air
Key Distances
- Paris 2 hours
- Paris 2 hours
- Troyes
Les Riceys, Aube, France
Between Champagne and Burgundy, in the valley of the Laignes, with French formal gardens and 25-hectare park featuring bicentennial trees, canals and waterfall
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