Experts' Choice Award Musee Le Carroi
What the experts agree on
Medieval museum housed in a striking 14th-16th century château displaying regional archaeology and art spanning prehistory to the 1800s, including rare 12th-century Arabic silk and Delacroix's portrait of Rabelais.
“Has exhibits on the art and archaeology of Chinon and its environs from prehistory to the 19th century, displayed in the turreted, 14th- to 16th-century États-Généraux (States-General) building.”
– Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"Displays archaeological collections and medieval statues. It also contains the cope of St Mexme (12C), the largest piece of Arabic silk in Europe, and a full-length portrait of Rabelais by Delacroix. " Full review
