Chateau Martinay
Carpentras - Provence, France
A Place Filled with History
Château Martinay is the prime example of a “Chateau de plaisance” with each and every detail inviting the guests to relaxation and self-indulgence.
Originally built in 1763 by the illustrious family of Les Isnards, Château Martinay was designed in an elegant neo-classical style. Partially destroyed during the French Revolution, it was faithfully rebuilt in 1836 by Marquis Louis II of the Isnards, who used stones salvaged from the recently dismantled ramparts of Carpentras for the restoration. For over three centuries, Château Martinay has embodied the soul of Provençal elegance—a sanctuary where history lingers in every stone, and the spirit of celebration, family, and refined living has shaped its enduring legacy.
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Website: www.chateaumartinay.com
Directions
Chateau Martinay is based in Carpentras, a historic town close to Avignon in the heart of Provence, France. Below we list the best options to travel to Carpentras.
Travel
We're so excited to welcome you to Provence for our wedding celebration! To help you plan your trip, we’ve gathered everything you need to know about getting here, getting around, and where you'll be staying.​
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We will work to provide Shuttle Services from Avignon to the Château.
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By Flight
We do anticipate that flights will get pricey if you wait too long, so please make sure you’re not waiting until the last minute to make travel arrangements. We recommend booking by January and February 2026.
Airports
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Marseille Provence (MRS) - Closest major airport to Carpentras
Distance from Château Martinay: About 90 km (approximately 1 hour by car).
Best For: A larger international airport with more flight options. It's about an hour's drive from the venue.
Airlines: Air France, Ryanair, Lufthansa, and many more.
Transfers: You can either rent a car or take a shuttle/train to Avignon or Carpentras, followed by a short transfer to the Château.
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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) - France's largest airport, offering numerous international flights
Distance from Château Martinay: About 700 km (approximately 3.5–4 hours by train).
Best For: If you're arriving from an international long-haul flight, Paris is a great option due to the extensive flight connections.
Airlines: Almost all international carriers.
Transfers: Train then car rental or shuttle
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Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE) - Located in the French Riviera, suitable if you plan to explore the coast
Distance from Château Martinay: About 260 km (approximately 2.5–3 hours by car).
Best For: Wanting to explore the Côte d’Azur ahead of the wedding
Airlines: Multiple international carriers, including long-haul flights.
Transfers: Car rental ​​
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By Train
Avignon is the nearest major train station to Carpentras. Here's how to get there from each airport. You can find your trains in France through SNCF Connect or you can directly look through Trainline, to find an itinerary of all the trains over whole Europe. ​
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Train Stations
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Paris Gare de Lyon - Avignon TGV Station
Duration: Approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes
Frequency: Multiple departures daily​
From here: From Avignon TGV you can take the train to Avignon Center (Avignon Gare Centre). The train ride takes approximately 4-6 minutes.
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Marseille Saint-Charles Station - Avignon Centre (TER)
Duration: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Frequency: Frequent departures daily
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Nice Ville Station - Avignon TGV Station
Duration: Approximately 3 hours and 30 minutes.
Frequency: Several departures daily.
From Here: From Avignon TGV you can take the train to Avignon Center (Avignon Gare Centre). The train ride takes approximately 4-6 minutes.
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Once arrived in Avignon centre station, you can take the TER (Regional Train) to Carpentras station, which will take approximately 30 minutes.​​​
Ground Transportation
Renting a car in the South of France is easy, but availability can be limited—so we highly recommend booking in advance.
Keep in mind that most cars in France are manual. If you need an automatic, be sure to specify this when booking.
Car Rentals​​
From Airports​
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Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG)
Car Rental Agencies available at the airport: Hertz, Avis, Europcar, Sixt, and Enterprise, have desks at CDG.
Drive to Carpentras: Approximately 7 hours (700 km) via A7 motorway.​​
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Marseille Provence (MRS)
Car Rental Agencies available in the airport's dedicated car rental area: Hertz, Avis, and Europcar.
Drive to Carpentras: Approximately 1 hour (100 km) via A7 and D942
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Nice Côte d'Azur (NCE)
Car Rental Agencies in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2: Sixt, Budget, and Europcar.
Drive to Carpentras: Approximately 3 hours (260 km) via A8 and A7 motorway.
From Train Stations
Avignon TGV Station
Car Rental Agencies: Hertz, Enterprise, Sixt, Avis, and Europcar are available directly at the station.
Drive to Château Martinay: Approximately 30 minutes (25 km) via D942
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Avignon Centre Station
Car Rental Agencies: Options include Avis, Europcar, and Hertz, located near the station.
Drive to Château Martinay: Approximately 30 minutes (25 km) via D942.​​
Taxis
While Uber and other ride-sharing services are commonly used in major cities, their availability in the South of France - particularly in more rural or smaller towns - is limited. For that reason, we recommend renting a car or using taxis for your transfers.
If you are arriving late at night or very early in the morning, we advise pre-booking a taxi in advance, as taxi availability can be more limited during those hours.
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Private Transfers
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​Sapphire transfers: +33 7 62 72 43 25
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AK Transport: +33 6 10 54 50 52
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AMP transport: +33 4 42 12 32 32
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Local Taxis in Caprentras
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​Carpentras Taxi: +33 6 20 25 42 12 / +33 6 08 68 12 33
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Taxi Naucio: +33 6 09 30 37 67
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Taxi Du Comtat: +33 6 80 26 05 87
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Taxi AB: +33 6 11 12 03 61
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