29 days in Chinon Itinerary

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

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Chinon: Futuroscope (in Chasseneuil-du-Poitou), Chateau du Lude (in Le Lude) and Zoo de La Fleche (in La Fleche). Spend the 10th (Sat) in the animal kingdom at La Vallee des Singes. Spend the 14th (Wed) in the animal kingdom at Bioparc - Zoo de Doue la Fontaine. There's lots more to do: enjoy some diversion at Forteresse royale de Chinon, step into the grandiose world of Chateau de Langeais, steep yourself in history at Chateau of Azay-le-Rideau, and admire the striking features of Fontevraud L'Abbaye Royale.

To see maps, photos, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Chinon route app.

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, daytime highs in Chinon are 52°F, while nighttime lows are 41°F.