Highlight • Castle
Royal Fortress of Chinon
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November 12, 2021
Cycling
•October 24, 2022
Hiking
An extremely popular must-see these days, the fortress also has a fantastic must-see permanent museum/exhibition inside the castle itself. It also has a high-tech "histopad" guided tour that accompanies you throughout your visit.
With an Escape Game and family events during the holidays, this is a must visit.
•June 26, 2025
Cycling
Antiquity: the site is strategically located on a promontory and has been inhabited for 3,000 years. It was not fortified until the end of the Roman Empire. …
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