Maybe Joan of Arc passed through this lovely pointed arch on her way up to the royal fortress of Chinon.
Jeanne d’Arc est peut-être passée par ce joli arc d’ogive pour gagner la forteresse royale de Chinon.
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Maybe Joan of Arc passed through this lovely pointed arch on her way up to the royal fortress of Chinon.
Jeanne d’Arc est peut-être passée par ce joli arc d’ogive pour gagner la forteresse royale de Chinon.
4 replies on “Through the arch to Chinon Castle – De l'arche au château de Chinon”
I’m guessing she did ! I love the château at Chinon… beautifully restored and chock full of history.
I have to go back on a sunny day. I had seen it many moons ago before restoration. I think they’ve done an excellent job.
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