Visite libre - Crédit : David Darrault
Visite libre - Crédit : David Darrault

European Heritage Days

41st version of the European Heritage Days

To mark the 41st European Heritage Days, the Royal Fortress of Chinon will be offering tours throughout the weekend.

Programme to come

Programme

Saturday and Sunday: non-stop from 10am to 5pm
Only In French

Come and share the initial results of the excavation with us over these two days.

Saturday and Sunday: 10am - 5pm
Regular tours in the park of fortress

Only In French

Saturday and Sunday: 9.30am - 6pm
5€ per tablet

Immersive and interactive tours. 
Thanks to HistoPad© technology, discovering the Fortress is enhanced in a spectacular way, with spectacular 360° 3D reconstructions. Spaces that have disappeared or been transformed are reconstructed in their original state, allowing visitors to immerse themselves in the Middle Ages. The interactive HistoPad© can be used to fire bombardments or take part in a treasure hunt!

Available in 9 languages.

Saturday and Sunday: 9.30am - 6pm

Visit the Fortress at your own pace. Discover the remarkable history of the site through its museography and refurbished rooms, wander through the Fortress park or take a tour of its many towers to admire the magnificent panoramic views.

In 2024, take advantage of the year of Eleanor of Aquitaine to discover her bedroom and reconstructed kitchens!

European Heritage Days

Saturday 21 and Sunday 22 September 2024
9.30am - 7pm

Free admission
(Histopad: €5)