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Chinon
City in Centre-Val de Loire, France
Overview
Chinon is a picturesque town in the heart of the Loire Valley, famed for its medieval fortress, charming streets, and renowned red wines. The city blends rich history with scenic landscapes, making it a favorite for both culture lovers and outdoor enthusiasts.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
France
Metropolitan Region
Centre-Val de Loire
Population
8,121
Time Zone
Europe/Paris
Coordinates
47.17°, 0.24°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
85
Female Safety
80
LGBTQ+ Safety
70
Traffic Safety
80
Food Safety
90
Monthly Cost
$1,748
Local Cost
$1,100
Local Income
$1,800
Cashless
60
English
40
Temperature
11.7°C
Summer Avg
19.2°C
Winter Avg
4.6°C
Record High
41.3°C
Record Low
-12.2°C
Humidity
82%
Precipitation
726 mm
Internet Speed
229 Mbps
Upload
157 Mbps
Latency
23 ms
City Vibrancy
15
Coworking
0
Cafes
3
Nightlife
7
Parks
5
Transport
100
Walk Score
100
Footways
323.0
Airport
TUF
Distance
46 km
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Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-22.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
Ookla Open Data - Internet speed aggregates for 2024Q3 from 23 tests. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-07.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 60/100.
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