Marceau statue in Chartres, Bronze monument in Place des Epars, Chartres, France
Description
The Marceau statue is a 3-meter bronze figure located on Place des Epars in Chartres, depicting a French general in military uniform. The work stands upon a base that was designed by notable artists of the 19th century.
History
The monument was unveiled in 1851 and honors a general who fought in the late 18th-century wars and died in 1796. Its creation came roughly 55 years after his death, showing how the French nation chose to commemorate this moment in its military past.
Culture
The monument honors a French military figure whose legacy connects to the turbulent period of late 18th-century warfare. Visitors can observe how the city chose to preserve and recognize this moment in its past by placing the statue in a central location.
Practical
The statue is located on a busy square near several streets and is easily accessible on foot. Visitors should explore the area during daylight hours when the surroundings are most visible.
Did you know?
The base of the monument contains a cavity holding remains of the honored general. This feature makes the statue far more than artistic display, transforming it into a burial place.
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide. Discover all places nearby (Chartres).
Notre-Dame de Chartres
513 m
Stained glass windows of the cathedral of Chartres
522 m
Chartres Cathedral labyrinth
466 m
Astronomical clock of Chartres
504 m
Boucherie Pinson
437 m
Municipal Theatre of Chartres
248 m
Hôtel-Dieu de Chartres
392 m
Hôtel des Postes de Chartres
125 m
Hôtel Montescot
419 m
Maisons canoniales, 2-4-6 rue du Cloître-Notre-Dame
483 m
Église Sainte-Foy
214 m
Maison canoniale, 7 rue du Cloître-Notre-Dame
436 m
Cloître Notre-Dame de Chartres
442 m
Vendôme Chapel, Chartres cathedral
504 mPréfecture d'Eure-et-Loir, Chartres
263 m
Colonne Marceau
334 m
Maison du Perron
468 m
Monument à Pasteur, Chartres
236 m
Temple de l'église réformée de Chartres
506 m
Maison de la Voûte
284 m
Maison du Médecin Huvé
265 m
Chartres cathedral pipe organ
504 m
Chapelle Sainte-Jeanne-d'Arc de Chartres
452 m
Maison, 3 rue Collin-d'Harleville
265 m
Monument aux morts de la guerre de 1870-1871
391 m
Chapelle de l'Hôtel-Dieu de Chartres
396 m
Fresque
332 mDiscover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes