Town of the Camino
Château-Chinon
Small village at the heart of the Morvan Natural Park. Château-Chinon, with its museum and history linked to François Mitterrand, offers a cultural stop in rural Burgundy.
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Château-Chinon is the capital of the mountainous and wooded region of Morvan, in Burgundy. For the pilgrim on the Vézelay Way, it's a stop that offers an immersion into rural France and contemporary history, as it was the political fiefdom of former President François Mitterrand. The town has the Septenio Museum and the Costume Museum. Its location atop a hill offers panoramic views of the Natural Park. It is an ideal place for a peaceful rest, to enjoy nature and explore a different facet of French history, in an atmosphere of authenticity and fresh air.
Last updated: 21/08/2025
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