European Heritage Days

Saturday: 2:00 pm. to 5:30 pm.

Several excavation campaigns are planned at the Royal Fortress of Chinon in September 2024 and 2025. They aim to gain a better understanding of Fort du Coudray, and in particular the succession of buildings that were established there from the 10th century onwards, up to the 15th-century Saint-Martin chapel.
On Saturday 20 September in the afternoon, the archaeologist in charge of the excavations will share the initial results of his investigations with you.

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

Only In French

Saturday and Sunday: 9:30am - 6pm

Take advantage of European Heritage Days to discover the temporary exhibition at the Royal Fortress of Chinon. The monument has brought together prestigious objects on loan from numerous museums and cultural institutions. What they all have in common is that they symbolise the wealth and power of their owners!
Guides are on hand to help you explore the different rooms of the exhibition.

 

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!