Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Royal Fortress of Chinon is one of the few medieval sites in the Loire Valley.
To complete your experience, visit the town of Chinon, a listed Town of Art and History, and his museum Le Carroi; like the castle, the town has a rich medieval heritage.
DISCOVER THE NUMEROUS CHÂTEAUX, ABBEYS AND MUSEUMS
IN THE SURROUNDING AREA
WHICH REFLECT THE PRESTIGIOUS HISTORY OF THE REGION
THE “OUEST TOURAINE” PASS
Visit 8 historic sites in Touraine and 2 wineries!
For one full-price admission ticket bought at one of the 10 sites, you will receive a discounted price at the 9 other sites:
Royal Fortress of Chinon, Château and gardens of Villandry, Château of Langeais, Château and gardens of le Rivau, Royal Fortress of Chinon, Balzac Museum, Rabelais Museum, Château of Azay-Le-Rideau, Royal Abbey of Fontevraud, and the wineries of Château de l'Aulée and Pierre & Bertrand Couly.
AS WELL AS...
PRIORY OF ST COSMAS
ROYAL CITY OF LOCHES
PREHISTORY MUSEUM OF LE GRAND PRÉSSIGNY
HOTEL GOUIN
DOMAINE DE CANDÉ
DISCOVER THE LOIRE VALLEY
The Fortress is also situated in the heart of the Loire Anjou Touraine regional nature park.
Loire Anjou Touraine Nature Park
The Fortress can be found along the “Loire à Vélo” cycling route.
There is bike and luggage storage available for cyclists.
“La Loire à vélo” - The Loire by Bike
RESTAURANTS IN CHINON
For information on restaurants in Chinon, visit the Azay Chinon - Val de Loire Tourist Office. :Azay Chinon - Val de Loire Tourist Office website.
HEAD OFF FOR SOME NEW AND EXCITING ADVENTURES
Visit wine makers of the region - find out more at the Azay Chinon - Val de Loire Tourist Office
Azay Chinon - Val de Loire Tourist Office website
Boat ride on : La Chinonaise
www.bateaux-promenades-chinon.com
Musée de la Poire Tapée - Pressed pears museum
Maison de la poire tapée
Caves painctes : wine cellars
www.chinon.com
AND WHY NOT STAY THE NIGHT IN THE VALLEY OF THE KINGS?
Visit the Azay Chinon - Val de Loire Tourist Office website for recommended places to stay.
Tél. +33 (0)2 47 93 17 85
The Azay Chinon - Val de Loire Tourist Office also offers tailor-made options to help make your trip exactly how you want it.