The 1818 - Pondres Castle

At 1818, the gourmet restaurant at Château de Pondres, chef Jean-Baptiste Couturier creates modern, assertive cuisine deeply rooted in the South of France and open to the Mediterranean. Gastronomic classics are revisited with creativity without ever being betrayed: deconstructed bouillabaisse that retains the soul of the coastal harbour, pigeon served in two courses where sous-vide cooking enhances the meat before the skin is crisped under the salamander, and Nyons olive spherification that bursts like a childhood memory.

The terroir of Provence and Corsica guides every dish: fresh fish from the Grau-du-Roi fish market (landed in the morning), free-range poultry from Colognac, and homemade foie gras by Gubernat (a stone's throw from the château). Suppliers are chosen for their commitment. Ecology is not a slogan: it is on the plate.

In winter, enjoy the cosy atmosphere of the Château de Pondres music room and let yourself be surprised by the new culinary signature. When the warm weather returns, the aromatic garden is transformed into a terrace, offering an exceptional setting to savour the exceptional cuisine of 1818.

ECO-DESIGNATED PARTNER. Château de Pondres adopts eco-responsible practices in energy, water and waste management, and in the design of its buildings. It implements social initiatives, promotes sustainable transport, preserves biodiversity and is actively involved in the local community. The establishment has been awarded the Qualité Tourisme Sud de France, Logis Charme et Caractère and Vignobles & Découvertes labels.

Tourisme Durable en Pays de Sommières
The 1818 - Pondres Castle Château de Pondres
2, allée du Pigeonnier
30250 Villevieille

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Open

All year round weekends between 12 pm and 1.30 pm and between 7 pm and 9.15 pm. On Wednesday, Thursday and Friday between 7 pm and 9.15 pm.

Handicapped persons

  • Accessible for self-propelled wheelchairs
  • Reserved space 330 cm wide < 100 m from the site

One parking lot reserved for people with reduced mobility and one normal parking lot.

Animals accepted

no

Equipement

  • Baby chair
  • Changing table
  • Car park
  • Private parking

Services

  • Stroller-accessible

Rates

Adult menu: 78 to 105 €
Child menu: 25 €.

Payment possibilities

  • Bank/credit card
  • Ticket Restaurant card
  • Check
  • Travellers Cheque
  • Cash

Spoken languages

343536

Culinary specialities

  • Gastronomic cuisine

Capacity

1 room

15 number of guests seated

On the premises

Château de Pondres - Hôtel_Villevieille - Vue aérienne sur le château, son parc et la piscine © Château de Pondres Château de Pondres - Hotel Villevieille Hotel with 24 rooms and suites in a listed château set in 15 hectares of wooded parkland.
Hamman - Atmosphère Ciel étoilée © Château de Pondres Wellness and spa area - Château de Pondres Villevieille Hammam, sauna, treatment and relaxation areas in the castle's former cellars.
Château de Pondres © @chateaudepondres Pondres Castle Villevieille Discover a historical gem, its fortifications, its park with its century-old trees, witnesses to a remarkable heritage.
Visite guidée du Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Vue aerienne du château © Château de Pondres Guided tour of Pondres Castle Villevieille Visit Pondres Castle with a guide and discover its fascinating history.
Restaurant - Salle © La Canopée - Château de Pondres La Canopée - Château de Pondres Villevieille Traditional, refined and seasonal cuisine, with a selection of local wines, in the Château de Pondres.

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Cour d'Honneur - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Terrasse avec vue sur le parc © Château de Pondres Outside Cour d'Honneur - Château de Pondres Villevieille A 500 m² outdoor area with uninterrupted views of the formal gardens.
Bibliothèque - Salle de réception © Château de Pondres Library room - Château de Pondres Villevieille A reception room of 22 m², for 25 pers. max, original library for small meetings.
Salon de Musique - Salle préparée pour une réunion © Château de Pondres Music room - Château de Pondres Villevieille Reception room of 42m², for 50 pers. max, a charming room decorated in the French style, cozy and elegant.
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Salle des Etats Généraux - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Salle préparée pour réunion © Château de Pondres General Assembly Hall - Château de Pondres Villevieille Room of 105 m 2, for 130 pers. max, a historic room for receptions such as weddings.
Salle Salon du temps - Château de Pondres_Villevieille - Salle de réunion © Château de Pondres Room Salon du temps - Château de Pondres Villevieille Room of 54 m² for 50 pers. max, a double living room of the Castle and opening onto the majestic Cour d'Honneur.
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