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List of historic sites and monuments in Chartres

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Ateliers Loire

It is in this factory on the outskirts of Chartres, the world's stained-glass capital, that the Loire family has for 3 generations been crafting the works of art to be found in religious and public buildings all over the workd.

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Visites guidées et audio-guidées de Chartres

Discover the secrets of the old town by walking along its picturesque streets, old bridges and middens.

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Cathédrale de Chartres

A heritage highlight listed by UNESCO, a jewel in the crown of 12th and 13th century art, Notre-Dame cathedral in Chartres has always been immensely popular among visitors and pilgrims.

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Musée des Beaux Arts

In the former Bishop's Palace, the Fine Arts Museum boasts rich collections of ancient and modern art on display all year round. Works by Zurbaran, Chardin, Vlaminck, Soutine, an Oceania collection and a set of harpsichords from the 17th and 18th centuries.

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Maison Picassiette

Broken pieces of crockery form an extraordinary example of naive art: the Maison Picassiette. Between a total work of art and decoration, the artist's imagination extends to every available space: walls, floors, ceilings, courtyards, gardens etc.

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Handicap accessible - physical, mental

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Centre international du vitrail

In the former barn of the chapter of Chartres, the centre organises exhibitions, courses, and workshops on ancient and contemporary stained glass , visits and art classes.

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Crypte de la cathédrale

Guided tours of the cathedral crypt.

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Maison de l'archéologie

In a beautiful 15th century house, the Maison de l'Archéologie is both a research centre and a place where archaeological heritage is conserved. It organises educational workshops and exhibitions.

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Conservatoire de l'Agriculture

France's first museum devoted to agriculture, combining history, society, science and arts, with a large collection of farming machinery (1800-1950) and exhibitions on topical subjects. Innovative and interactive.

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Grenier de l'Histoire

History, from the times of St Louis up to today: models, reconstructions of historical scenes, documents and period weapons.

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