Chartres city center loop

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France

Centre-Val de Loire

Chartres city center loop

Easy

4.6

(17)

hikers

Chartres city center loop

01:10

4.31km

50m

Hiking

Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels. The starting point of the route is right next to a parking lot.

Last updated: August 12, 2024

Waypoints

Start point

Parking

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143 m

the Guillaume Gate

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The first Guillaume gate was built at the end of the 12th century; it is then one of the gates of the enclosure surrounding the city of Chartres. It bears …

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767 m

Collégiale Saint-André

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According to tradition, an amphitheater stood here in Gallo-Roman times, the remains of which can still be found within the walls of the crypt. A second religious building, built here …

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1.27 km

Museum of Fine Arts

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The 'Musée des Beaux-Arts' is the former episcopal palace and consists of buildings from different eras, from the 15th to the 19th century.

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1.59 km

Chartres Cathedral

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Chartres Cathedral was built between 1134 and 1260, thus becoming one of the first great Gothic cathedrals.

Over the centuries, the cathedral was adorned and decorated so well that it …

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1.97 km

Queen Berthe's Staircase

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The house is characterized by a remarkable historic staircase and has been listed as a historic monument since 1889.
She bears the name of Berthe de Bourgogne, daughter of King …

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2.25 km

Vegetable Market

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The open market hall is really nice and also quite large for the small town - a real meeting place for the locals

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2.80 km

Saint-Aignan Church

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The Saint-Aignan church owes its name to the bishop of Orleans around 400, when a pre-Romanesque church was in the same place. Over the centuries, it was replaced by various …

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3.33 km

The watermill and its outbuildings, partly built on stilts in the style of a dam, are attached to the Saint-Père bridge. From 1459 to 1791, the mill belonged to the Saint-Père abbey. It is classified as a historical monument.

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3.72 km

Little Venice

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La Petite Venise is a guinguette located in the Parc de l'Eure. It offers a seasonal menu emphasizing fresh, local produce. During the season, concerts and shows are organized. It …

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3.80 km

Eure Riverside Park

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A nice little park with entertainment possibilities like playgrounds, a small animal park and a mini golf course. In addition, there is a nice guinguette at the edge of the water.

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4.31 km

End point

Parking

Way Types & Surfaces

Way Types

2.43 km

1.01 km

533 m

330 m

Surfaces