Luggage storage in Chartres

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Located 90 km southwest of Paris and easily reached by a train to Chartres train station, this medieval city is known around the world for the magnificent Chartres Cathedral, one of the most beautiful in all of Europe. But there are lots of ways to enjoy Chartres. Many travelers who come here to see Chartres Cathedral soon find themselves falling in love with the historic and laid-back charm of the city center. Before you know it, you may be planning a return visit.

Popular as a day trip from Paris, Chartres rewards visitors with tons of historic charm, along with great food and a relaxed atmosphere. And you can make your trip even more hassle-free by dropping off your unneeded bags at a Bounce luggage storage in Chartres station or in the town center. If you can't check into your hotel straight away or you have large items, Bounce makes it easy to store luggage so you can enjoy Chartres without the bags.

Luggage storage in Chartres

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Chartres city guide

Top things to do in Chartres

Chartres is practically synonymous with its cathedral, and you really can't say you've been to the city unless you've seen this remarkable place of worship for yourself. But beyond the cathedral, Chartres has some worthwhile activities to offer visitors. With medieval half-timbered buildings, quaint city streets along the River Eure, and France's largest aquatic center, there are plenty of ways to stay busy here.

Museums in Chartres

• Chartres Cathedral: Although not technically a museum, the cathedral is the city's main tourist attraction and a place no history lover will want to miss. Built in 1145, the cathedral is recognized as the high point of French Gothic art, and it also contains the country's greatest collection of original stained glass.
• Museum of Fine Arts: Located right next to the Cathedral in a former bishop's palace, this small but fascinating museum holds an informative collection of both religious art and more modern creations. Free to visit, it displays art by lesser-known but talented French artists and is also known for an extensive collection of harpsichords from the 1800s. Large bags aren't allowed inside, and the museum doesn't have its own storage facilities, so make sure you leave your belongings behind in a luggage storage facility before you visit.
• Musée de l'école de Chartres et d'Eure-et-Loir: The name of this museum may be a mouthful, especially if you don't speak French, but it's a fascinating place to visit. Though small, the museum gives you a trip back in time in a well-preserved classroom from the early 20th century. You'll see the lessons the kids were taught, how discipline was handled, and how this small school functioned in the town. It's a great place to explore with kids, and it might actually make them grateful they grew up when they did instead of back then.

Shopping in Chartres

The historical significance of Chartres is a major part of the town's appeal. However, when you've had enough of looking at old buildings, there are plenty of fascinating shops to explore in the city. Chartres is a great place to pick up unique items you won't find anywhere else, and the many boutique and family-owned stores in the center of town are great places to peruse and enjoy the more modern side of the city.

• Stained glass: You can see the legacy of the beautiful cathedral in the many stained glass shops still in business in Chartres. The area is still full of artisans who practice this ancient craft, and a carefully-packed piece of stained glass is the perfect souvenir of your trip. Of course, in these often tiny shops, you don't want to break anything, so make sure you leave big bags behind at luggage storage, so you're not carrying more than you need to.
• Antiques: Chartres town center is also full of antique stores where you can pick up anything from Roman coins to 19th-century chamber pots. Usually owned by local families, the shops are a great place to find something unique and celebrate the history of a beautiful city.
• Flowers: Three days a week, the center of Chartres overflows with colorful blooms. The city's flower market is a fantastic place to shop for flowers, bulbs, and seeds and also an excellent place for photography. Even if you're not in the market to buy any flowers, it's one of the best places to explore in the city.

Restaurants in Chartres

Chartres is in France, which means you can expect the food to be excellent. Restaurants here tend toward the traditional, like just about everything else in the city, but that's part of the charm. Try some of these bistros and cafés and eat like the locals do.

• Le Cloître Gourmand: Located in a 17th-century townhouse, this restaurant offers beautiful views of the Cathedral combined with an inventive menu that pairs classic recipes with modern techniques.
• Georges: This Michelin-starred establishment allows you to order à la carte, but a better option is probably to put yourself in the hands of the chef and sample a tasting menu that will show you the best of what's in season locally.
• La Chocolaterie: Overlooking the beautiful flower market, this café serves incredible hot chocolate and coffee along with homemade crepes and pastries.

Conclusion

Chartres is a wonderful city in its own right, but it's also the gateway to the Loire Valley and much of the rest of what France has to offer.