Sunrise Paris elopement ceremony at marble arch by the Louvre officiated by English-speaking celebrant

Eloping in Paris – Real stories, inspiration and advice

Planning to elope in Paris is often the beginning of a beautifully personal adventure – and each of the stories you’ll find here reflects a different way couples have chosen to celebrate their love in this extraordinary city. As an English-speaking Paris celebrant, I have had the joy of creating bespoke elopement ceremonies and stress-free all inclusive eleopement packages for couples from around the world, each one shaped around their story, their values, and the atmosphere they imagined for their day.

In these journal entries, you’ll discover real Paris elopements I officiated, along with ideas for meaningful ceremony moments, the flow of an elopement day, and inspiration on timeline and locations across the city – from iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower or the Luxembourg Gardens to quiet, intimate corners and private venues.

If you are just starting to plan your elopement in Paris, I hope these stories offer both inspiration and practical insight, helping you imagine what your own ceremony could feel like. Every elopement is different, and my role is always the same: to create a bespoke ceremony and elopement experience that feels natural, personal, and entirely yours. Many couples featured here began by exploring my journal as well as my guide on how to elope in Paris.