Chartres renovations
Does anyone know the current status of renovations at Chartres cathedral? I hope to go there next month but do not want to go if it is a disappointment because of scaffolding, etc.
Thanks for any help you can provide.
Jerry
Seattle, Washinf 11/17/12
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I don't, but as an aside, you can just about guarantee that at any given time, some major landmark on a European itinerary is undergoing renovation.
I seem to recall some indoor scaffolding when I visited Chartres in 2006, and it had little effect on my appreciation of the cathedral.
Apparently it's scheduled through 2015 but is moving along faster than planned, and small sections are being done so it should be possible to still enjoy the cathedral.
I went in May. 50% of the place was under scaffolding. Everything from the alter back was inaccessible. I would make sure more is open before you go. I found it very disappointing
I took my parents earlier this year and had the same experience as Carol. It was completely not worth the time/money/effort to get out there, as we were unable to see about half the stain glass windows and the chapels that it is so famous for.
Was there the beginning of October. Renovations are no disruption. Enjoyed it.