3 days in Chinon Itinerary

On the banks of the Vienne River, Chinon offers access to a rich wine area in the Loire Valley.

Change things up with a short trip to Futuroscope in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou (about 1h 15 min away). There's lots more to do: learn about winemaking at Chateau du Petit Thouars, contemplate the long history of Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau, indulge your taste buds at Caves Painctes, and admire the landmark architecture of Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale.

To see where to stay, photos, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Chinon trip itinerary planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Tours-Val-de-Loire Airport, Nantes Atlantique Airport and La Rochelle-Île de Ré Airport. In March, daily temperatures in Chinon can reach 54°F, while at night they dip to 39°F.