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The best of Chinon

6 experiences you shouldn't miss — the most beautiful places, attractions, markets and hidden gems.

Château de Chinon Royal fortress above the Vienne
Château de Chinon
Marché de Chinon (Place Jeanne d'Arc) Saturday market, local flavours
Marché de Chinon (Place Jeanne d'Arc)
Panorama from the Château Ramparts Best view in the Loire Valley
Panorama from the Château Ramparts
L'Oceanic & the Grand Carroi Restaurant Strip Eat Chinon Blanc with pike-perch
L'Oceanic & the Grand Carroi Restaurant Strip
Caves Painctes de Chinon Rabelais drank here, literally
Caves Painctes de Chinon
Vélo Vallée de la Vienne — Chinon to Candes-Saint-Martin Riverside cycling through vine country
Vélo Vallée de la Vienne — Chinon to Candes-Saint-Martin
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