Royal Fortress of Chinon

Castles & Palaces

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What's included

Entrance to the Royal Fortress of Chinon
Histopad (available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch & Chinese)

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Built on top of a rocky hill, the 10th-century Royal Fortress of Chinon was, in 1429, the venue for a historic meeting between Joan of Arc and the future king of France, Charles VII. Feel history unravel as you walk this huge medieval castle and its vast grounds on the banks of the Vienne river. * Climb its numerous towers and follow the circuit through the fortress using a histopad in seven languages! Discover the unlikely icons of history who once lived here.

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Last admission: 30min before closing

Smartphone tickets accepted

Wheelchair accessible

Opening hours

Sunday : 09:30 - 19:00
Monday : 09:30 - 19:00
Tuesday : 09:30 - 19:00
Wednesday : 09:30 - 19:00
Thursday : 09:30 - 19:00
Friday : 09:30 - 19:00
Saturday : 09:30 - 19:00

How to get there?

Royal Fortress of Chinon

37500 Chinon, France , 37500

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