Please bring a Valid US passport - it's safest if it remains valid for at least 3 months beyond your expected departure date as some airlines will not let you travel with a shorter expiration time frame. We will keep an eye out for any future visa requirements as we can’t predict what will be necessary next year.
Cash is not typically required but feel free to bring some Euros if it would make you feel more comfortable or you plan to travel outside of the wedding. We recommend checking foreign transaction fees with your bank or credit card company if you plan to use your card for any purchases including train tickets.
You can absolutely get around France without speaking French, especially in cities and touristy areas. Many people speak some English, signs are clear, and Google Maps is your best friend. Of course, knowing a few words or phrases always helps! Bonjour – Hello Merci – Thank you S’il vous plaît – Please Bonsoir – Good evening L’addition, s’il vous plaît – The check, please
A car is not needed to get to Beaune or to the venue (see travel page for train details) but if do want one, there will be parking available at the venue. Be sure to check with the rental car agency or your insurance company for any required paperwork beyond your standard drivers license.
We will be arriving earlier in the week to spend a few days in Paris before heading to the venue. We won’t have any activities planned but would love to hangout if you’re there!
You can arrive as early as 11 AM on Friday, September 25th but please note that we will not have any activities or meals planned until the Welcome Dinner that evening. You can drop off your belongings and explore Beaune or just take some time to relax before the events begin. Please let us know what time you plan to arrive once your travel is booked so we can let you know if any others plan to arrive at a similar time for carpooling. Check out is at 3 PM on Sunday, September 27th.
Guests will stay in bedrooms located across 3 buildings on the property. These will be standard bedrooms with en suites. We will provide your exact room information as we get closer to the date.
You are more than welcome to come and go as you please! There will be free time before the welcome dinner (depending on when you arrive) and before the wedding on Saturday so we do encourage you to venture into Beaune if you’d like. If you’d prefer to relax and hangout by the pool, enjoy the sauna or play tennis then feel free to hang around.
We're keeping the weekend adults-only so everyone can relax and enjoy!
We’ve included lots of great restaurants and activities in the “Things to Do” page. We highly recommend at least a wine tasting if you have time. Beyond Beaune, we always recommend spending some time in Paris or venturing to a neighboring country like Italy, Belgium, Germany or Spain.
The following meals will be served over the weekend: - Friday: dinner at the welcome event - Saturday: casual brunch (while we get ready for the ceremony), formal dinner at the wedding reception - Sunday: farewell casual brunch
We recommend the following attire for the weekend: - Friday: cocktail attire for the welcome event - Saturday: formal attire for the wedding events - Sunday: casual attire for the farewell brunch Please consider Fall weather in Beaune so pack an extra layer. Ladies, please consider bringing a pair of flats to change into if you’ll be more comfortable.
For the weekend we recommend the following: - Wedding event outfits - Layers for early fall and cooler nights - Swimsuit for the pool and sauna - Activewear and comfortable shoes if you want to use the tennis courts or go on a walk to explore the grounds - Passport and travel essentials such as European adapters, toiletries you love, snacks for travel days, medications, phone chargers, etc.
Of course we can't predict what the weather will be but below are some typical ranges: - Daytime temperatures around 65°F, with highs reaching up to 73°F - Nighttime temperatures dropping to about 50-55°F
The abbey was founded in 1125 and is the only Cistercian abbey that still retains all its original features. The castle is set in 9 hectares of parkland where you can explore vineyards and gardens, relax in the sauna, play a round of tennis or enjoy some time in one of the two swimming pools.
We will provide further information when we send out invitations.
With all the travel involved in our wedding, we've chosen not to register for physical gifts. For those who feel strongly about giving, we welcome contributions towards our future together.
We’ve previously stayed at the Logis Hotel de La Cloche and Le Central Boutique Hôtel and would recommend both - they’re right in the city center and convenient for sightseeing. We booked them easily through Booking.com. A few other places that look great and are also available on Booking.com include the Best Western Plus Au Grand Saint Jean, Maison 1896, La Maison de Maurice, Logis Hôtel Belle Epoque, Hôtel de la Poste, and ibis Styles Beaune Centre.
Feel free to text either of us if you have any questions not answered on the website. We’re happy to look over travel details or offer any recommendations to make the process as simple as possible.