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May
64°F 17°C
48°F 8°C
Jun
71°F 21°C
54°F 12°C
Jul
73°F 22°C
56°F 13°C
Aug
74°F 23°C
56°F 13°C
Sep
67°F 19°C
50°F 10°C
Oct
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Cathedrale de Chartres
Ollie #1 of 9 attractions in Chartres
4.5 of 5 stars 184 reviews
This UNESCO World Heritage Site is known for its high-Gothic art and architectural style.
Attraction type  Religious Sites; Historic Sites; Architectural Buildings
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Chateau de Maintenon
Ollie #2 of 9 attractions in Chartres
5 of 5 stars 7 reviews

Maintenon is easy to visit while staying in Chartres. It is the only chateau that can be visited by train. It is only a short walk from the Paris-Chartres railway line It is... more »

Attraction type  Castles
Distance  17.3 km from city centre
Chartres Historic Preservation Area
Ollie #3 of 9 attractions in Chartres
5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Neighbourhoods
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La Maison Picassiette
Ollie #4 of 9 attractions in Chartres
4 of 5 stars 8 reviews
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.7 km from city centre
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St-Pierre
Ollie #5 of 9 attractions in Chartres
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
Le Compa, Conservatoire de l'agriculture
Ollie #6 of 9 attractions in Chartres
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: The largest museum in France dedicated to agriculture presents a unique collection of agricultural tools and machines. A lively in interactive...... more » Owner description: The largest museum in France dedicated to agriculture presents a unique collection of agricultural tools and machines. A lively in interactive presentation and temporary exhibitions help visitors to understand the relations between food, farming and environnement. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Maison du Saumon
Ollie #7 of 9 attractions in Chartres
3.5 of 5 stars 3 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
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Centre International Du Vitrail
Ollie #8 of 9 attractions in Chartres
3.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Educational Sites
Distance  0.4 km from city centre
Tower of Chartres Cathedral
5 of 5 stars 1 review
Owner description: A destination for pilgrims for over a thousand years, the Cathedral of Chartres, located on the plain of Beauce, was severely damaged by a number of...... more » Owner description: A destination for pilgrims for over a thousand years, the Cathedral of Chartres, located on the plain of Beauce, was severely damaged by a number of fires. The façade and one of the spires date from the 12th century, the second spire was built in the 16th century on a 12th century base while the nave and chancel go back to the 13th century. From the top of the Jehan de Beauce tower, visitors can enjoy superb views of the surrounding country and take a close-up look at the Cathedral’s Gothic architecture. Cathedral designated world heritage site by UNESCO. Open:> 2nd May to 31st August: from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.> 1st September to 30th April: from 9.30 a.m. to 12.30 p.m. and from 2 p.m. to 5 p.m. Last admission 30 minutes before closing time. Closed:> Sunday mornings.> 1st January, 1st May, 1st November, 11th November and 25th December. Admission fees: Adults : 7,50 €; Concessions (18 to 25) = 4,50 €; Free admission: minors under 18*; Free admission: 18-25 years old* (citizens of one of the 27 countries of the EU or are non-European permanent residents of France) * excluding school groups « less
Attraction type  Churches/ Cathedrals; Architectural Buildings
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