3 days in Chinon Itinerary

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

Get in touch with nature at Cave Museum, Village Troglodytique de Rochemenier and La Cave aux Sculptures. Explore Chinon's surroundings by going to Futuroscope (in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou) and Chateau de Villandry (in Villandry). There's still lots to do: explore the historical opulence of Forteresse royale de Chinon, admire the landmark architecture of Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale, do a tasting at Chateau du Petit Thouars, and indulge your senses at Loire Winery Tours.

For maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Chinon online day trip 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 November in Chinon, expect temperatures between 52°F during the day and 41°F at night.