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Ticket to the Royal Fortress of Chinon
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Highlights

  • Explore the Royal Fortress of Chinon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Loire Valley.
  • Uncover French history secrets through the adventures of Jeanne d'Arc and Richard Coeur de Lion at Chinon Castle.
  • Follow in the footsteps of historical figures like Eleanor of Aquitaine and Joan of Arc using HistoPad.
  • Travel back to the Middle Ages with a virtual 360° experience spanning the 12th, 14th, and 15th centuries.
  • Participate in an engaging treasure hunt for children at the Royal Fortress of Chinon.

Your Experience

When visiting the Royal Fortress of Chinon, you can expect a journey through history and culture. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is one of the few medieval sites in the Loire Valley.

Historical Adventures

Come and explore the castle of Chinon, uncovering French history secrets through the adventures of Jeanne d'Arc and Richard Coeur de Lion. Follow in the footsteps of historical figures like Eleanor of Aquitaine, Henri II of England, and Joan of Arc with the use of HistoPad!

Virtual Experience

Travel back to the Middle Ages with a spectacular virtual 360° experience spanning the 12th, 14th, and 15th centuries. This immersive journey offers an informative experience for adults and a fun activity for children.

Treasure Hunt

Children can participate in a treasure hunt, adding excitement to their visit. Treasure hunters will receive a reward by email as a token of their adventure.

Medieval Selfie

Bigger kids can take a medieval selfie with virtual costumes using the HistoPad, making history come alive in an interactive way.

Inclusions

  • UNESCO World Heritage Site
  • Royal Fortress of Chinon
  • medieval sites in Loire Valley
  • visit castle of Chinon
  • French history secrets
  • Jeanne d'Arc adventures
  • Richard Coeur de Lion
  • heritage site visit
  • Eleanor of Aquitaine footsteps
  • Henri II of England
  • Joan of Arc
  • HistoPad use
  • Middle Ages travel
  • 360° virtual experience
  • 12th century experience
  • 14th century experience
  • 15th century experience
  • informative adult experience
  • fun activity for children
  • treasure hunt participation
  • reward by email
  • medieval selfie with costumes

This product offers multiple ticket options. Some items above (like transfers or fast-track access) may only apply to specific options — confirm what's included when you select yours.

Must Know

  • Please refer to your voucher for final information regarding meeting points, pick-up locations, and pick-up time
  • Meeting point description: Please present your voucher at the reception of the castle. The fortress is a 20-minute walk from Chinon station and a 5-minute drive. Bus: line B, from Chinon station to the Ccemetery (5 min from the fortress).(Forteresse Royale de Chinon, 2 Rue du Château, 37500 Chinon, France)
  • The interactive tour with the HistoPad is available in 9 languages: French, English, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, Chinese, and Russian
  • The languages spoken on-site are French and English
  • Proof of identity may be requested at the ticket counter
  • Suitable for people with mobility impairments
  • Dogs are forbidden except outside (held on a leash)
  • Possibility to eat near the site at Le Lysandre

Cancellation Policy

These tickets can't be rescheduled or cancelled.

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