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Le Château de la Borie

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Our wedding is set to unfold at Château de la Borie, a castle nestled in the countryside (le Bocage Limousin) of Solignac, just a short distance from the picturesque city of Limoges, France. Our castle was constructed in 1650;  it features typical Louis XIII architecture and it received the designation of  "Monument Classé". Embraced by the natural beauty of "Jardins en Mouvements" à la Gilles Clément, the Château offers an enchanted backdrop for our celebration.

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Formal attire requested

We kindly suggest formal attire for this special occasion and we look forward to sharing this joyous day with you.

Men: Dark suit

Women: Long dress or cocktail dress

Be mindful that the ceremony and the cocktail will take place outside on a grassy lawn. Please choose your footwear accordingly. We do not recommend stilettos.

Wedding Day

Timeline

Please be on time 

There will be an optional brunch at the Château on Sunday

Countryside chic attire (comfortable shoes to walk around the gardens)

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Where to stay

Château de la Borie is located in Solignac, France (about a 15 minute drive from the city of Limoges - 8km south). Below you will find suggestions for hotels in Limoges as well as accommodations in the surrounding countryside, so you can choose according to your preference.  

Limoges

Limoges is the French capital of porcelain due to the presence of essential natural ingredients found in the region. Here you will find museums and galleries celebrating the city's rich history of "white gold," as well as gastronomic restaurants, beautiful architecture and charming shopping streets in the city's historic center. 

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4 STARS ****
5km TO CENTER OF LIMOGES

4 BEDROOMS

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3.5 STARS ***+
LIMOGES CENTER

19 BEDROOMS

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3.5 STARS ***+
LIMOGES CENTER

8 BEDROOMS

-20% if you book via email: contact@maison-durieux.com 

(mention that you are a guest of Alexandra Alquier & Francois Trausch’s wedding)

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3 STARS ***
LIMOGES CENTER

24 BEDROOMS

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3 STARS ***
3km TO CENTER OF LIMOGES

90 BEDROOMS

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3 STARS ***
LIMOGES CENTER

3 BEDROOMS

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3 STARS ***
LIMOGES CENTER

10 BEDROOMS

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3 STARS ***
LIMOGES CENTER

5 BEDROOMS

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3 STARS ***
LIMOGES CENTER

82 BEDROOMS

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3 STARS ***
LIMOGES CENTER

70 BEDROOMS

-20% if you book via email: limoges@brithotel.fr

(mention that you are a guest of Alexandra Alquier & Francois Trausch’s wedding)

Countryside

Rolling hills dotted with châteaux, medieval stone farmhouses, picturesque pastures and meandering streams. There's nothing quite like the French countryside. Relish the tranquility and poetic beauty of Limousin.

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5 STARS *****
60 MINS FROM WEDDING VENUE

18 BEDROOMS

Exceptional domaine

Luxury accommodations & spa

Unforgettable experience 

We recommend staying a few nights

 

-20% if you book via email: dde.reservations@aubergeresorts.com 

Cc:  dde.commercial@aubergeresorts.com & olivia.accerani@aubergeresorts.com

(mention that you are a guest of Alexandra Alquier & Francois Trausch’s wedding)

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3 STARS ***
15 MINS TO CENTER OF LIMOGES
15 MINS TO WEDDING VENUE

4 BEDROOMS

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4.5 STARS ****+
15 MINS TO CENTER OF LIMOGES
25 MINS TO WEDDING VENUE

15 BEDROOMS

Relais & Châteaux

1 Michelin star restaurant

-15% if you book a min 3 nights via email: info@chapellesaintmartin.com

(mention that you are a guest of Alexandra Alquier & Francois Trausch’s wedding)

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4 STARS ****
15 MINS TO CENTER OF LIMOGES
25 MINS TO WEDDING VENUE

5 BEDROOMS

The villa can be fully privatized for 16 guests

 

-15% if you book for a min. of 3 nights via their website (send a request) or by phone +33 17 49 39 39 

(mention that you are a guest of Alexandra Alquier & Francois Trausch’s wedding)

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15 MINS TO CENTER OF LIMOGES
30 MINS TO WEDDING VENUE

5 BEDROOMS

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15 MINS TO CENTER OF LIMOGES

10 MINS TO THE WEDDING VENUE

9 LODGES

Lodges in a zoo surrounded by animals and nature

 

-20% if you book via email: lodges@parczooreynou.com

(mention that you are a guest of Alexandra Alquier & Francois Trausch’s wedding)

What to do • Limoges 

The French capital of porcelain has some architectural jewels, a rich history, and plenty of cultural and gastronomic destinations to stimulate your mind and your palate. 

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Restaurants

Porcelain

More

Martin comptoir

L'Amphitryon

Le Cheverny

La Cuisine du Cloître

Philippe Redon

Chez Mimi

Paris to Limoges

OPTION 1 :

Direct train from Gare d’Austerlitz Paris station to Limoges (About 3 hours 20 min. and about 14 trains every day)

www.thetrainline.com/en-us 

(NOTE: Not all trains are posted at this time. Please check back at a later date for a more complete train schedule)

8km from Limoges station to Château de la Borie

 

Car rentals:

Europe Car: Gare Sncf Des, Av. des Bénédictins, 87000 Limoges

Avis Gare de Limoges : Parking, 8 Esplanade Roger Gonthier, All. de Seto, 87000 Limoges

Sixt: 8 Cr Gay Lussac, 87000 Limoges

For guest staying in Limoges that don't have a car rental here are your options:

UBER

Limoges Taxis (24h, Speaks French and English)

Tel:+33 5 55 38 38 38 

Website: www.taxis87.com

 

OPTION 2:

Car rental in Paris or at the Paris airport (About 4 hours drive)

London to Limoges 

RayanAir then car rental at the Limoges airport

 

 

For guests staying at Domaine des Etangs: Paris to Angouleme

 

TRAIN( TGV) Paris-Angouleme (About 2 hours 10 min.)

https://www.thetrainline.com/en-us

(NOTE: Not all trains are posted at this time. Please check back at a later date for a more complete train schedule)

 

The hotel offers a shuttle to the hotel from the train station.

There will be a bus shuttle (1 hour each way) to the wedding (departure at 2:30pm, return 1:00am & 3:00am). You also have the possibility to ask the Domaine des Étangs to book you a private driver for the weekend. You can also contact the private driver directly via e-mail: leonetjeanmarie@gmail.com 

Address:

Château de la Borie ,

87110 Solignac, Nouvelle Aquitaine, France

Coordinates 45.77800° N, 1.26722° E

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Getting here

Gifts

Your presence at our Wedding is the greatest gift!

 

However, if you would like to honor us with a gift for our Wedding and

François' 60th birthday, a contribution for the restoration of the roof of the oratory and the creation of a light & sound installation would be greatly appreciated in order to preserve the heritage. The Château de la Borie and its oratory are classified as Monument Historique (Historic Monument).

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Thank you

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Guest book

If you wish to send Alexandra and François a message, you can do so on the form below

Thank you for your kind words!

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