Things to do in Chinon Fortress
Overlooking the River Vienne in the Loire Valley is where you can find the Royal Fortress of Chinon, UNESCO World Heritage Site. You won’t be able to miss the medieval castle as it towers over Chinon. Step back in time as you explore inside, wander around the rooms and even climb its towers! Discover some of the most important French history and follow in the footsteps of famous figures such as Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henri II of England and Joan of Arc - what connection did she have with the castle? You’ll get an insight into the lives of people who have marked this site.
Our recommendations in Chinon Fortress
Ticket to the Royal Fortress of Chinon
Book your skip-the-line ticket to the Royal Fortress of Chinon and discover French history through the adventures of Jeanne d'Arc and Richard Coeur de Lion.
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Full-day sidecar tour of the Loire Valley from Amboise
Discover the best of the Loire Valley in one day on board a vintage sidecar. Visit the Loire castles and wineries with your local sider-guide.
en, fr
Full-day sidecar tour of the Loire Valley from Tours
Discover the best of the Loire Valley in one day on board a vintage sidecar. Visit the Loire castles and wineries with your local sider-guide.
en, fr
Vintage sidecar tour from Chinon
Take your camera and enjoy a fun ride in a magnificent vintage side-car along the most beautiful villages in France!
en, fr
Ticket to the Royal Fortress of Chinon
Book your skip-the-line ticket to the Royal Fortress of Chinon and discover French history through the adventures of Jeanne d'Arc and Richard Coeur de Lion.
en, it, fr, es, de, +4 pt, ru, nl, zh
Full-day sidecar tour of the Loire Valley from Amboise
Discover the best of the Loire Valley in one day on board a vintage sidecar. Visit the Loire castles and wineries with your local sider-guide.
en, fr
Full-day sidecar tour of the Loire Valley from Tours
Discover the best of the Loire Valley in one day on board a vintage sidecar. Visit the Loire castles and wineries with your local sider-guide.
en, fr
Vintage sidecar tour from Chinon
Take your camera and enjoy a fun ride in a magnificent vintage side-car along the most beautiful villages in France!
en, fr
Private tour and wine tasting in the Loire Valley with Vouvray, Bourgueil and Chinon
Book now your guided private tour and wine tasting in Loire Valley and discover Vouvray, Bourgueil and Chinon
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Chinon Fortress
Chinon
France
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