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The Clock Tower is the emblematic gateway to the Château du Milieu, which it defended in the Middle Ages with a drawbridge and portcullis. These defensive elements have now disappeared. Slender and slender, it rises over five levels and is crowned by a patrol path.

Here she is, the national heroine of France. Historical context: She is one of the greatest heroines in French military history. She played a decisive role in the Hundred Years' War (1337-1453) but was handed over to the English by the Burgundians, after which she ended up at the stake. Joan of Arc, canonized in 1920, was an extraordinary young woman.

Magnificent view

Seen from the outside, this little church doesn't look like much, and you have to go through the front door to discover this hidden gem. Its walls, entirely covered with decorations and motifs painted during several campaigns over the centuries, restore the original appearance of Romanesque churches with a state of conservation that is quite rare in France. The Notre-Dame de Rivière church was built between the 10th and 11th centuries. Legend has it that Saint Martin founded the early church on a site already devoted to prayer. Today, it has a choir, a crypt and recumbent figures dating from the 16th century, as well as remarkable exterior sculptures. But it is above all the 11th century frescoes, recently restored, which add to the historical richness of this building. Legend has it that Joan of Arc passed there, but this is not corroborated by any contemporary testimony, however Charles VII made a pilgrimage there.

The Château des Brétignolles is one of the rare castles in the Loire in the Gothic style, characteristic of 15th century architecture. It is only visible from the entrance gate on the main road to Chinon, but the small roads which go around its park are, on the contrary, very peaceful.

The best view of the town of Chinon and its royal fortress. The adjoining park with its tavern can be a wonderful place for a break.

Chinon lives from its historical heritage and especially from its castle. On July 14th, a wonderful fireworks display can be viewed from the bridge over the Venant. An unforgettable experience!

This dynamic statue of Chinon created by Jules Roulleau was offered by the sculptor to the city where Joan of Arc met the Dauphin for the first time in 1429. The statue represents Joan of Arc galloping over the bodies of her defeated enemies.