Planning a trip to Chinon

Arriving -- The SNCF runs about seven trains and four buses every day to Chinon from Tours (trip time: 45 min. by train; 1 hr., 15 min. by bus); the one-way fare is 9€. For schedules and information, visit www.sncf-connect.com  or call tel. 36-35 Both buses and trains arrive at the train station, which lies at the edge of the very small town. If you’re driving from Tours, take D751 southwest through Azay-le-Rideau to Chinon.

Visitor Information -- The Office de Tourisme is at 1 rue Rabelais (www.azay-chinon-valdeloire.com; tel. 02-47-93-17-85).