Église Saint-Aignan, Parish church in Chartres, France
Église Saint-Aignan is a parish church in Chartres featuring Gothic architecture with ribbed vaults and decorative stone columns throughout. The interior space contains an altar area and side chapels arranged in traditional cruciform layout.
The church was built around 1500 during the late Gothic period and officially designated a historical monument in 1840. This early recognition reflected growing awareness of the building's importance to French heritage.
The church takes its name from Saint Aignan, a 5th-century figure venerated in the region. Visitors notice how the sacred space reflects the piety of those who built and inhabited it over centuries.
The church is located in central Chartres and can be reached on foot from nearby historical sites. Morning and early afternoon hours offer the best light for viewing the interior details and architectural features.
The interior holds carefully preserved objects and furnishings from different periods that reveal how parish churches evolved in their use over centuries. These collections allow visitors to trace changes in religious practice through material evidence.
Location: Chartres
Inception: 15 century
GPS coordinates: 48.44480,1.49052
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:43
The Centre-Val de Loire showcases a diverse heritage, from medieval fortresses like Château de Lavardin to Renaissance structures. The region features protected natural sites such as the Chérine Nature Reserve and the Domaine du Ciran, which host hundreds of bird species in their ponds and woodlands. The Savonnières Pétrifiantes Caves illustrate local geological phenomena, while the Briare Canal Bridge demonstrates 19th-century engineering. This selection also includes historical and cultural sites, from the Dunois Mill preserving 17th-century mechanisms to the Marcel Proust Museum housed in an authentic residence. The Picassiette House in Chartres exhibits Raymond Isidore's unique work over several decades. The Parc Floral de la Source and the Saint-Ours Collegiate complete this exploration combining Gothic religious architecture with themed gardens, providing diverse discoveries accessible to visitors.
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