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The Atlas Obscura Guide To Chartres

4 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Chartres, France

Updated July 10, 2018

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Labyrinth at Chartres Cathedral

The famous winding walk at Chartres is surrounded in mystery and myth.

Chartres, France

La Maison Picassiette

A mosaic-tiled house built by graveyard sweeper Raymond Isidore.
Well of the crypt of Chartres Cathedral.

Chartres, France

Chartres Cathedral Crypt

The largest crypt ever constructed in France was built in the 11th century on an ancient Druid sacred site.

Chartres, France

Les Fresques de Bel Air

A once drab public housing estate is transformed into a colorful gallery of trompe l’oeil murals.
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The mural of l'église Saint-Orien de Meslay-le-Grenet.

Meslay-le-Grenet, France

The Danse Macabre of L'église Saint-Orien de Meslay-le-Grenet

A haunting medieval mural of the Danse Macabre graces the walls of this church.
7 miles from Chartres

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Vélorails Pays Chartrain

A bike train runs along a disused railway line through the tranquil French countryside.
10 miles from Chartres
An antique bike.

Bailleau-Armenonville, France

Musée Ateliers des Pionniers

A small museum of antique transport that's a must-see for bicycle lovers.
10 miles from Chartres
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