Cathedral close
The cathedral and its surrounding square stand at the high point of the old town. Every twisting street in the core seems to lead towards it.
Minimalist map poster · France
Chartres Map Poster & Print
48.4468° N / 1.4892° E
A cathedral hilltop above the Eure, with a medieval core circled by boulevards and open wheat plains beyond
- What you see is exactly what you get
- Up to 7,200 × 10,800 px · 300 DPI
- PNG + print-ready PDF
- No watermark
One city, five moods
Chartres in every style
Tap a style to see it on the wall. Every style costs the same — printed, framed or as HD files.
Actual pixels · 24 × 36″ print filePrint-sharp
Every street in Chartres, razor sharp
This is a 100% crop of the real print file. Every poster — printed, framed or downloaded — is rendered on our servers at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 pixels, so even the smallest lanes stay crisp on a 24 × 36″ print.
On the wall
Chartres at home
The map
About this Chartres map poster
Chartres rises above the valley of the Eure, southwest of Paris, and its outline is easy to read from above. The old town sits on a small hill, crowned by Chartres Cathedral. Narrow medieval streets and stairways lead down the slope to the river. A ring of boulevards follows the line of the old fortifications, and beyond it lies the flat, open farmland of the Beauce.
The cathedral is one of the best-preserved Gothic buildings in Europe and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is known for its medieval stained glass and the labyrinth set into the nave floor. In the lower town, the Eure splits into small channels lined with old washhouses and mills, adding fine detail to the map's lower edge.
A Chartres map poster shows a French cathedral town in its classic form: a tight, irregular medieval core, a clear ring of boulevards, and river channels at its foot. It appeals to pilgrims, architecture lovers and anyone who has seen the spires appear over the wheat fields on the road from Paris.
- Population
- 44,000
- Coordinates
- 48.4468° N / 1.4892° E
- Elevation
- 158 m
- Time zone
- Paris
- Region
- Chartres, France
Boulevard ring
Broad boulevards along the line of the former walls enclose the historic centre. They form a clear loop around the dense medieval street pattern.
Eure channels
In the lower town, the river divides into narrow branches lined with old houses and washhouses, adding fine, delicate lines to the map.
Make it yours
Frame your part of Chartres
Add a date, a name or a line of your own, switch style, size or orientation.
The free preview is low-resolution with a watermark. Prints and HD files are rendered at 300 DPI, up to 7,200 × 10,800 px, without a watermark.
Why Chartres
A map that means something
Chartres has drawn pilgrims and travellers for centuries, and a map of the old town lets you keep that visit. Its compact, legible layout makes it one of the most satisfying French town prints, especially at larger sizes.
Personalise the title, add a line such as a pilgrimage or wedding date, and set the coordinates. Paper suits the old town particularly well, and Noir makes the ring of boulevards stand out clearly. A free 900 px watermarked preview lets you check the layout.
Order the Chartres posterWhat's in the HD download300 DPINo watermarkPNG + PDF
| Print size | Resolution | Files |
|---|---|---|
| 30 × 40 cm11.8 × 15.7″ | 3,543 × 4,724 px | PNG · PDF |
| 29.7 × 42 cm (A3)11.7 × 16.5″ | 3,508 × 4,961 px | PNG · PDF |
| 42 × 59.4 cm (A2)16.5 × 23.4″ | 4,961 × 7,016 px | PNG · PDF |
| 45.7 × 61 cm18 × 24″ | 5,400 × 7,200 px | PNG · PDF |
| 50 × 70 cm19.7 × 27.6″ | 5,906 × 8,268 px | PNG · PDF |
| 61 × 91.4 cm24 × 36″ | 7,200 × 10,800 px | PNG · PDF |
For comparison, the free preview is 900 px wide, watermarked and meant for screens. The HD files have up to 8× the resolution in each direction and print cleanly at full poster size.
Chartres map poster — FAQ
How do I order the Chartres poster?
Pick a style at the top of the page, then choose Printed Poster — a size and, if you like, a frame — or Digital HD Files. Checkout takes one step, and your order page updates as soon as the payment goes through.
What is the printed Chartres poster like?
It is printed on premium 200 gsm matte paper in one of six sizes, from 30 × 40 cm to 24 × 36″. Printed posters start at $39, shipping included.
Can I order the Chartres poster framed?
Yes. Choose a solid wood frame in black, white, natural oak or dark wood. It comes with shatterproof glazing and is ready to hang. Framed posters start at $99, shipping included.
How long does delivery take, and what does it cost?
Shipping is free to 60+ countries. Each poster is printed by the nearest of our print partners in 30+ countries and usually arrives in 3–7 business days. You can follow the status and tracking under My Orders. A few countries take 2–5 weeks, and where we don't ship yet, the site tells you before you pay.
What if my poster arrives damaged?
Send us a photo within 14 days of delivery and we will reprint it for free or refund you.
Can I add our names or a date to the Chartres poster?
Yes. In the editor on this page, change the title, the subtitle and the coordinates line to anything you like, and pick a style and size. Printed, framed and digital orders all use exactly your design.
What do I get with the digital HD files?
For $9 you get 300 DPI PNG and print-ready PDF files in all six sizes, without a watermark, to print anywhere. Not sure yet? Download a free watermarked preview first.
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