Historic Sites & Monuments

An important historical site, this seminary was home to 900 German prisoners of war, training to be priests under the guidance of Franz Stock. The site commemorates the work of Stock, an image of compassion under the Occupation and a strong advocate ...

A feudal monument with original defensive features: moat, turrets, arrow slits, posterns... Vivid images of history…

In Chartres, at the foot of the Cathedral, "L?Expression Vitrail" is a showcase for the diversity and richness of Ateliers Loire?s creations, opening with a selection from the last 10 years.

The remarkable framework of this chapel dates back to 1198. The restored choir of the old church of Saint Hilaire des Noyers was combined with St Denis D'Authou in 1836.

Jean Moulin (1899-1943), member of the French Resistance and préfet in Eure-et-Loir, was one of Général de Gaulle's assistants. Discharged from his duties by the Pétain government, he was arrested in 1943 by the Gestapo and died in the train ...

A prestigious heritage site, listed at a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and one of the gems of 12th and 13th century art, the Notre-Dame Cathedral of Chartres has always been testimony to the enthusiasm of pilgrims and visitors. Open, guided or ...