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Eleanor's Kitchens Royal Fortress of Chinon

12 Apr 2024 — 3 Nov 2024

At the Royal Fortress of Chinon, experience a 12th-century royal kitchen celebrating Eleanor of Aquitaine’s 900th anniversary.

Explore tables filled with practical and lavish ceramics alongside fake royal treats like poultry, fish, bread, fruits, spices, dried fruits, and the rare luxury of sugar.

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Royal Fortress of Chinon: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide

  • Entrance to the Royal Fortress of Chinon
  • Histopad (available in English, German, Italian, Spanish, Dutch & Chinese)

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The Royal Fortress of Chinon (Château de Chinon) is a strategically built 10th-century fortress overlooking the town of Chinon in the Loire Valley, France. It was founded by Count Theobald I of Blois and remains a poignant reminder of France's and England's complex history.

Opening hours

Tuesday 09:30 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:30 - 19:00
Thursday 09:30 - 19:00
Friday 09:30 - 19:00
Saturday 09:30 - 19:00
Sunday 09:30 - 19:00
Monday 09:30 - 19:00

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Royal Fortress of Chinon
37500 Chinon, France, 37500, Chinon
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Wayne,  United States United States
21 Jul 2021
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Wonderful 3 hours
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Pierrette,  France France
27 Dec 2021
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Nous avons visité la forteresse avec nos trois petits enfants avant Noél et les décorations ont permis une visite plus agréable pour les petits - très beau château et extérieurs magnifiques
Royal Fortress of Chinon: Entry Ticket + Audio Guide

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