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Chartres Travel Guide: 203 reviews and 750 photos
This is a unique piece of work, with two steeples built in different styles. The reason is that a fire in 1194 destroyed most of the cathedral, leaving the right spire intact. It was rebuilt in the later Gothic style, with a new spire that reflects the evolution of church architecture. And so, one can see the contrast between these two styles. This is one of France's greatest cathedrals.
Chartres is a rather quaint, well-preserved medieval town on the River Eure. Dating back to Roman times, it was named Autricum. With relatively little modern development, the town center is a nice place to just stroll about and enjoy the views. In addition to its famed Cathedral, there are a few other churches worth visiting. With regular rail service to Paris, it's very convenient for the day tripper.
- In a nutshell:The perfect day trip from Paris
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This medieval town has much to see besides churches. Just take a walk around, and enjoy the architecture and the... more travel advice
Saint Aignan
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St Aignan was the 4th century bishop of Chartres. This church was completed in the 17th century, on the site of earlier... more travel advice
Saint Pierre
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This was once a Benedictine abbey named St Peter's in the Valley. Disestablished during the Revolution, it became the... more travel advice
Enclos de Loens
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This 13th century house was once property of the diocese of Chartres, where the clergy stored their grain and wine (used... more travel advice
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hi tom. oh the stained glass and gothic churches looks magnificent!
Lovely! Like the stone carvings of the saints, and the medieval buildings in this town.