A Sunset Elopement in Eze, Overlooking the French Riviera
An Intimate Garden Elopement in Eze, Overlooking the Mediterranean
Brian and Jeanette chose Eze for their elopement in the French Riviera — a medieval village perched high above the coast, with cobblestone streets, ancient stone walls, and sweeping views of the Mediterranean. After meeting over a game of pool seven years ago and building a life together since, the couple wanted a destination wedding that reflected the new chapter they were starting. On May 2nd, 2026, surrounded by six close friends, they exchanged personal vows in the gardens of the Château de la Chèvre d’Or — a secular, spiritual ceremony focused entirely on love and the people who brought them together.
A Secular Ceremony Among Olive Trees and Sea Views
At 6:30 in the evening, with the coastline stretching out below them, Brian and Jeanette stood beneath ancient olive trees to read the vows they had written for each other. Keeping things short, personal, and free of religious tradition, the ceremony made space for what mattered most: their own words, a poem read by a close friend, and a quiet thank-you to the small group who travelled to share the moment with them. Afterward, the couple and their guests wandered through the gardens and gazebo terrace, taking in golden-hour views over Èze and the Côte d’Azur — the perfect intimate French Riviera elopement.
Group Photos with Friends, Overlooking the Riviera
Before the celebration wound down, Brian, Jeanette and their small group of friends gathered for a series of group photos at the gazebo terrace, with the Mediterranean stretching out behind them. Mixing playful moments with classic poses, the photos captured the warmth and closeness of the group — the same friends who had shared years of pool nights, travels, and now this celebration in Eze. It’s a reminder that an elopement doesn’t mean alone: it can mean a handful of the people who matter most, all together in one place.
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