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balhannah Says: An important time in history happened in this Chateau which dates back till the 11th century.It was here, Joan of Arc first spotted the dethroned Charles VII in disguise and persuaded him to lend her an army to drive the English out of France.It was owned successively by the...
Herkbert Says: The Chateau at Chinon is a huge medieval fortress that looms high above the River Vienne and the town of Chinon. There are many areas of the fortress that are crumbling, yet there is plenty to see and experience.Historically, it was once owned by Richard the Lionheart and it...
Fairytale Gardens South of Chinon
Caco19 Says: Just 10 km south of Chinon, we found the very romantic castle of the Rivau.It was really amazing to stroll around the peaceful gardens of the chateau du Rivau, full of reference of the magical world of elves and fairies. A real enchantment !You should really check it out, if...
midwesttrvlr Says: We almost missed our chance to do a "winery tasting" and tour in Chinon, but we found a very nice woman who showed us around the Couly-Dutheil winery.It was a brief tasting, but FREE, and we were too late for actual tour of the vineyard. One of the owners (who spoke...
smirnofforiginal Says: I can't really leave a good tip about this because by the time we arrived here we were flagging under the 3 C's (Chateaus, Cathedrals & Caves) and were rather Chateau-ed out! Thus much said we stopped for a very pleasant lunch - more because of the setting than the food -...
Explore the Castle above Chinon
painterdave Says: It take about a half day to explore this old castle ruin. It has numerous places to view the river valley below, and one part of the castle has a ledge hanging out over the town. It's one of those look down through the steel grid floors, that is kind of creepy. Inside this...
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dcrump Says: Not much to do really here. Just relax, drink and eat.
2 Reviews and 291 Opinions From all the places were we slept that one was definetely the best quality price relation. The hotel...
Hotel Agnes Sorel: A Charming Hotel Overlooking the Loire
lgl4726 Says: Our stay was very comfortable. We had a room on the first floor with double french doors and a private balcony overlooking the Loire. There were two comfortable chairs in the room and we were able to sit and watch the rain from our room as well as two fisherman catching...
Camping Chinon: Chinon Camping with a 5 Star View
painterdave Says: This French campgound is well run, with polite hosts who go out of their way to help their guests have a successful visit. The bathrooms are cleaned several times a day, has hot showers, basin to wash dishes, multiple private flush toilets. Your campsite will be on grass...
Creperie du Grand Carroi: Crepes!!!
Jontxu Says: Very small place, familiar, and a good alternative to all those restaurants offering fix menus around, the price is good, is much less expensive than the averae, and the salty crepes are great!!
Cafe Des Arts: Great Food, Great Prices
RusskiPower Says: Cafe/Restaurant Des Arts on Place Charles De Gaulle -- could it sound more trivial? Nevertheless, the food was superlative, French but with a modern nouvelle cuisine twist.Full dinner with fine local wine set us back mere 40 Euros. They have even better deals if you come for...
La Maison Rouge: Great Atmosphere
midwesttrvlr Says: What a great local restaurant to stumble upon (granted, it was litterally 50 years from our hotel!)!La Maison Rouge was a "local French" restaurant which served in 3 or 4 plate dishes. We tried everything that we could including great fduck oie gras (said my father),...
Bar, Live Music: Le Café Français
BDGO Says: Cafe Français is a nice bar with good (often live) music. Relax between friendly locals, having a nice drink while enjoying the music. Staff is capable to understand AND speak English!!recommended: choose from wide range of local mix drinks or even Belgian beers! leisure
Lighted Castle: Stay up and watch
painterdave Says: The town of Chinon seized a wonderful opportunity and provided lights which light up the castle over the town. There are so many angles in the architecture, that it makes a very interesting spectacle. If you are camping across the river you have the best view of all, which...
balhannah Says: Located in "Most beautiful village" of Candes-Saint-Martin, is the chapel Saint Martin. The Church is known for the many statues that decorate its facade, and for the stained glass windows tracing the story of the relics of Saint Martin.The church was built in the 12th...
Ancient Siege Weaponry To Admire
RusskiPower Says: Right behind the Chinon Castle, on the hill slope not really frequented by tourists, there is a full size trebuchet - a medieval siege weapon used to hurl stones and other nasty things in the enemy camp.More pictures here: Easter in the Loire Valley
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If you are in the Loire Valley area I recommend a day in Chinon. Tour the castle where Joan of Arc asked to be made the lleader of the French army, take a tour of a winery built into the cliffs along...
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Chinon - Chateau, Charles and Joan of Arc
Chinon is a town with a great deal of history. It's fortress was once owned by Richard the Lionheart and it is where Joan of Arc came to plead with Charles VII for an army. The town has tree lined......
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Not a very big town, the 400m long fortress towers above the medieval quater, perched atop a rocky spur. The River Vienne runs below. It's a nice, quiet place and is very laid back.
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Chinon is another well preserved medieval town. The town is situated on the Vienne River just before it reaches the Loire River making it important for major trade routes in years gone by.
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The city of Chinon sits on the Loire and is an excellent base to stay if you are going to explore the chateau's in that area. The city is easy to navigate on foot and has many excellent restaurants......
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