Stained glass windows of the cathedral of Chartres
Stained glass windows of the cathedral of Chartres, Medieval stained glass windows in Chartres Cathedral, France
The cathedral houses 172 stained glass windows covering 2600 square meters, featuring biblical scenes, saints, and medieval trade guild activities.
Most windows were created between 1205 and 1240, with the earliest pieces dating from 1145, surviving wars and requiring extensive preservation during World War I.
The windows display religious narratives, biblical stories, and daily medieval life scenes, serving as educational tools for illiterate churchgoers of the time.
The windows can be viewed daily from 8:30 to 19:30, with extended summer evening hours offering different lighting perspectives of the colored glass.
The distinctive cobalt blue glass, developed in Saint-Denis workshops, contains specific metal compounds that create the renowned deep blue color of Chartres.
Location: Chartres
Inception: 1145
Made from material: clear glass
Part of: Notre-Dame de Chartres
Website: https://cathedrale-chartres.org
GPS coordinates: 48.44782,1.48790
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:38
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