City of chartres

Notre-Dame of Chartres cathedral is one of the largest cathedral in France that is dedicated to the Virgin during the 12th and 13th centuries. It is listed world heritage by UNESCO since 1979.

Chartres also has a charming medieval quarter with small streets, bridges and wash houses can be found along river Eure.

During your stay in Chartres you will probably try the local specialties such as the Pâté of Chartres and the famous Poule-au-Pot.

But also:

• The beer of Chartres
• The cider of Perche
• The Mentchikoffs
• And the Proust Madeleine

The 'Maison Picassiette' is an example of Naive architecture made of mosaics and glass work held together with cement. It is located in Chartres.

Heading down the river by canoe is a great way to explore the Loire valley, the great place for 'châteaux'. The valley also has beautiful water mills, houses and also the fortified town of Bonneval.

Discover Chartres from above, during an air balloon trip. You will have a great view on the Chartres cathedral, the castle and the Aqueduct of Maintenon.