Location: Chinon
Top Things to do in Chinon
Top 6 Things to do Good for Kids in Chinon, Centre-Val de Loire
French Land Register data, which excludes lakes, ponds, glaciers > 1 km (0.386 sq mi or 247 acres) and river estuaries.
Restaurants in Chinon
1. Forteresse royale de Chinon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,295 reviews
The royal fortress of Chinon has been built between Xth century and XVth century. It has been restaured on XXIth century. Come and discover all of famous figures of the fortress : the Plantagenêts, the Kings of France Philippe Auguste, Charles VII and Joan of Arc. Full price : 8.50 € Reduced rate : 6.50 € Free for children less than 7 years.
Reviewed By brat0029 - North Mankato, United States
This was an amazing find. Most of the castles we had visited were the beautiful chateaus that were designed for leisure. This castle was designed for war. The interior is very large with many different towers and look out points. It's also famous for Joan of Arc meeting the French king. But I enjoyed the military aspect of it much more. The grounds are large and walking shoes are a must. The towers are accessible at ground level but you can climb both up and down the interior of the towers to see how the towers would defend against invasions. The castle also had walkways that could be locked but are open to the public. Just a wonderful trip. We spent hours walking around the fortress.
2. Saint Benoit Aventure
3. Office de Tourisme Azay-Chinon Val de Loire, bureau d'accueil de Chinon
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4.5 based on 180 reviews
Reviewed By Babsstockport - Stockport, United Kingdom
This office is much better situated and much better equipped than the old office which was in the back streets. The staff are very helpful and there is a good level of information and souvenirs in the shop. It is well situated in the main area and well worth a visit if you requre information.
4. Musee Rabelais
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4.5 based on 143 reviews
La deviniere, a country cottage and the birthplace of François Rabelais, is situated near Chinon (7 kms) in a village called Seuilly. The french writer used this place and surrounding lanscapes as the natural setting for a family of giants. The museum traces the life of rabelais : writer, doctor, humanist during a period called la Renaissance.
5. Place Jeanne d'Arc
6. e-FOLLOW me
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5.0 based on 125 reviews
