Chartres
France · Centre-Val de LoireFR
Prefecture and commune in Centre-Val de Loire, France
Chartres is the prefecture of the Eure-et-Loir department in the Centre-Val de Loire region in France. It is located about 90 km (56 mi) southwest of Paris. At the 2019 census, there were 170,763 inhabitants in the metropolitan area of Chartres, 38,534 of whom lived in the city (commune) of Chartres proper.
Read more on Wikipedia →- Population
- 38,324
- Coordinates
- 48.447, 1.489
- Timezone
- Europe/Paris
- Elevation
- 147 m
Overview of Chartres
Chartres is the kind of low-key town you find in Centre-Val de Loire, France. Records put its population near 38,324. And it shows in how much there is to see. Plan around culture, nature and family and you will not run out of ideas. Seasons here follow the northern hemisphere.
Things to do in Chartres
Culture in Chartres
(8)Our data lists Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Cathedrals, Churches and Historical Sites as culture options here. Counting everything, 8 activities fall under this heading. This reflects only what is documented for Chartres.
Nature in Chartres
(3)The nature shortlist for Chartres: Desert, Scenic Roads and Valleys. It is a direct read of Chartres's activity profile. A short list, but an easy way to shape a day.
Family in Chartres
(1)Family in Chartres covers Playgrounds. Enough to anchor an afternoon or a full day. This reflects only what is documented for Chartres.
Best time to visit Chartres
Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
Getting there & around
Chartres rewards a slow approach — a hub in Centre-Val de Loire, then a short road or trail. Set your clock to Europe/Paris on arrival.
Similar destinations
Places near Chartres that share the same kinds of activities.
Frequently asked questions
- What is Chartres known for?
- Travellers associate Chartres with culture, nature and family. It sits in Centre-Val de Loire, France and counts about 38,324 residents.
- What can you do in Chartres?
- Chartres is tagged with Ancient Ruins, Architectural Buildings, Cathedrals, Churches and Historical Sites, which is enough to structure a first visit.
- When is the best time to visit Chartres?
- Even off-season, culture and nightlife give the trip a shape.
- Where is Chartres located?
- Chartres belongs to Centre-Val de Loire, France, so it pairs naturally with other stops in the same area.
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