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Holidays to Chartres
Famous for its UNESCO World Heritage status cathedral, Chartres is a medieval city that will enchant you with its wealth of sites to visit.
In Chartres, history has always unfolded along the banks of the River Eure. The city experienced a number of invasions before becoming a spiritual and intellectual centre around the year 1000 AD. It has had to be rebuilt several times due to fires, the Hundred Years' War and the Wars of Religion. The cathedral at the heart of the city was the location for the coronation of King Henry IV of France. Built in the 12th and 13th centuries, it incorporates 4,000 figures, 9 portals and 2,600 m² of stained glass windows. The spire of its steeple reaches a height of 112 metres and its two towers are visible from a great distance, acting as guide for pilgrims in the past.
Take a journey of discovery through Chartres' historical quarters: its half-timbered houses are superb, especially the oldest one which dates back to the 12th century at 29 rue Chantault. Follow the Tertre Saint-Nicolas, a little path that offers breathtaking views of the city. Visit the Maison du Saumon ("Salmon House") in Place de la Poissonnerie ("Fishmongers' Square"). Decorated with superb wooden sculptures, it proudly displays a salmon on its façade.
Every year, Chartres organises a series of "Summer Evenings" featuring concerts in the streets and cathedral. From April to October, the city gets a spectacular nocturnal makeover for the "Chartres en Lumières" event, in which a variety of buildings and monuments are lit up nightly. It is also well worth venturing outside the city to see some of the magnificent Châteaux of the Loire Valley in the surrounding areas. In addition, Chartres is situated in the heart of the area known as Cosmetic Valley, the global centre of perfumery and cosmetics. Every year the city organises the Chartres en Parfums week, dedicated to the art of perfume-making.
Walks, history, music and gastronomy are the main attractions of Chartres – a medieval yet resolutely modern city that is well worth a visit. To ensure your stay in Chartres is a unique experience, make sure you plan time to experience all it has to offer. Get ready for an unforgettable holiday!
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Best Western Premier Grand Monarque Hotel & Spa
22 Place Des Épars, ChartresSituated in the historical district, this spa hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chartres Cathedral and Fine Arts Museum of Chartres. Church of Saint-Andre is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
Hôtel Jehan de Beauce Châteaux et Hôtels Collection
19 Avenue Jehan De Beauce, ChartresLocated in the heart of Chartres, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chartres Cathedral and Fine Arts Museum of Chartres. Church of Saint-Andre is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.
ibis Chartres Centre Cathédrale
14 Place Drouaise, ChartresSituated in Chartres, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Church of Saint-Andre and Fine Arts Museum of Chartres. Chartres Cathedral is 0.5 mi (0.7 km) away.
Novotel Chartres
Avenue Marcel Proust, ChartresSituated in Chartres, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of Saint-Andre, Fine Arts Museum of Chartres, and Chartres Cathedral. Chateau de Maintenon is 13.1 mi (21.2 km) away.
Campanile Chartres
1 Allee Promethee Parc des Propylees, ChartresSituated in Chartres, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of Church of Saint-Andre, Fine Arts Museum of Chartres, and Chartres Cathedral. Chateau de Maintenon is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.
Mercure Chartres Centre Cathédrale
3 Rue Du General Koenig, ChartresSituated in Chartres, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chartres Cathedral and Fine Arts Museum of Chartres. Church of Saint-Andre is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) away.
Timhotel Chartres Cathédrale
6/8 Avenue Jehan De Beauce, ChartresSituated in Chartres, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chartres Cathedral, Fine Arts Museum of Chartres, and Church of Saint-Andre. Chateau de Maintenon is 11.3 mi (18.3 km) away.
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