Chinon (Centre) Pop: 10,000

On the banks of the Vienne River, Chinon is noted for its fine Cabernet Franc red wine.

Attractions in Chinon:

The Chateau Chinon-residence of King Henry II, 12th century and Charles VII, 15th century

Fontevraud Abbey -burial place for King Henry, his wife, Eleanor of Aquitaine, and their son, Richard the Lionhearted)

Joan of Arc Museum

St-Maurice Church-12th century

St-Etienne Church-15th century

Musee du Vieux Chinon-local history