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La Chartre sur le LoirLa Chartre-sur-le-Loir
Spend a half‑day exploring the river, pool and nearby forest; add a night if you want a quiet base during the Le Mans 24h weekend.
La Chartre sur le Loir is a small market town on the Loir river in Pays de la Loire. Its attractions cluster around the riverfront, a municipal pool, a sailing school and the nearby Forêt de Bercé. The town is walkable; a half‑day covers the main sights, while an overnight stay lets you enjoy the quiet evenings and the Le Mans 24h race atmosphere.
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- Weather
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- Currency
- EUR
- Best months
- Apr–Oct
- Airport
- LEMH
- Nights
- 1
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for La Chartre sur le Loir17 ▾
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EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about La Chartre sur le Loir, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the euro (EUR, €).France-wide
- SIM or eSIMOrange, SFR, Bouygues Télécom and Free sell prepaid SIMs in their shops and at tabacs; ID is required to register.France-wide
- Tap waterTap water is safe everywhere unless signed otherwise.France-wide
- TippingRestaurant: Service is included; leave 5–10% in cash for good service.France-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets C/E. US/Canada (A/B): adapter · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 230 V: US 120 V-only devices (hair dryers) need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.France-wide
- SafetyGenerally safe; stay aware of increased traffic and crowds during the Le Mans 24h weekend.
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- RestroomsParis has free automatic public toilets (sanisettes); elsewhere use cafés (buy a coffee), museums and stations, where some charge €0.50–1 (≈ US$1–2).France-wide
- Emergency numbers17 police · 18 fire and ambulance · 15 Medical emergency (not 911, 999 or 000)
- Sundays & holidaysMany national museums close on Monday (Orsay, Versailles, Rodin) or Tuesday (Louvre, Pompidou's temporary sites).France-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportLEMH Le Mans – Arnage (about 20 km (12 mi), bus 1 h 10 min (TIS route 16E)).LEMH Le Mans – Arnage (about 12 mi (20 km), bus 1 h 10 min (TIS route 16E)).
- Getting aroundThe town centre is compact; walking is sufficient.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- CoffeeCoffee at a café€1–2 (≈ US$2–3)
- Sit-down mealMeal at a restaurant (main course)€10–18 (≈ US$12–25)
- Metro or bus rideBus ticket Le Mans ↔ La Chartrecheck€12 (≈ US$14)
- Budget bedCampsite pitch, a night, per person€12 (≈ US$14)
- Mid-range bedGîte/Bed‑and‑Breakfast, a night, per room€90 (≈ US$110)
- High-end bedGîte/Bed‑and‑Breakfast, a night, per room€130 (≈ US$160)
A day, not counting the bed: Budget €45 (≈ US$55) · Mid €70 (≈ US$85) · High €110 (≈ US$130)
Local prices, with USD next to them (rates 2026-09 (approximate); change it in the header). Ranges are desk estimates: check locally. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- LEMH Le Mans – Arnage (about 20 km (12 mi), bus 1 h 10 min (TIS route 16E))LEMH Le Mans – Arnage (about 12 mi (20 km), bus 1 h 10 min (TIS route 16E))
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
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8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Feb
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9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Mar
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13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
Apr
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
Jul
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Aug
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
Best
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
Nov
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12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
Dec
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8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
Best: Apr–Oct. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)), coolest Jan (2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C) low), wettest Jan (11 rain days), driest Jul (7). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
La Chartre sur le Loir: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
11 rd
Feb
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
9 rd
Mar
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
10 rd
Apr
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
9 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
10°C (50°F)50°F (10°C)
10 rd
Jun
24°C (75°F)75°F (24°C)
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
8 rd
Jul
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
7 rd
Aug
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
7 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
11°C (52°F)52°F (11°C)
8 rd
Oct
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
10 rd
Nov
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
4°C (39°F)39°F (4°C)
11 rd
Dec
8°C (46°F)46°F (8°C)
2°C (36°F)36°F (2°C)
11 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
The town centre is compact; walking is sufficient. Buses connect to Le Mans (1 h 10 min).
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Château-du-Loir
goDoor to door: ≈30 min round trip
Bus or car, about 15 min north
Small town with a historic chateau.
Le Mans
goDoor to door: ≈2 h total
TIS bus route 16E, 1 h 10 min from Le Mans station
Explore the famous circuit and city centre.
Tours
cautionDoor to door: ≈2 h total
Regional train from Le Mans, about 45 min, then bus/taxi
Longer travel; consider an overnight if you want more time.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Camping du Vieux Moulin
Campsite near town centre, walkable
Le Grand Moulin
Gîte & B&B, €90 per night, walkable
Hotel de France
Hotel with race memorabilia, central
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- €45–65 (≈ US$55–80) excl. bed
- Mid
- €70–100 (≈ US$85–120) excl. bed
- High
- €110 (≈ US$130)+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Gîte/Bed‑and‑Breakfast1 × 1 night × €90 | €90 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × €70 | €140 |
| TIS bus Le Mans ↔ La Chartre (return)2 × €12 · check | €24 |
| Sailing club hourly hire (windsurf)2 × €15 · check | €30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | €28 |
| Trip total≈ €156 per person per day, bed included | €312≈ US$400 |
2026 estimate in euros; flights and car hire excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee at a café | €1–2 (≈ US$2–3) |
| Meal at a restaurant (main course) | €10–18 (≈ US$12–25) |
| Bicycle hire (hour) | €5–8 (≈ US$6–10) |
| Bus ticket Le Mans ↔ La Chartrecheck | €12 (≈ US$14) |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- The town gets very busy during the Le Mans 24h race period; book accommodation early.
- Pool is open only July–August; plan water activities accordingly.
Emergency numbers
- Police
- 17
- Fire and ambulance
- 18
- Medical emergency
- 15
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Emergency
- Police17
- Fire and ambulance18
- Medical emergency15
Embassy
US Consulate in Nantes; other embassies in Paris.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Le Mans ↔ La Chartre bus (return): about €12 (≈ US$14) per person, 1 h 10 min each way (check)
Say or show
- Pardon — Excuse me / Sorry (pardon)
- Merci — Thank you (merci)
- C’est combien ? — How much is it? (sayt kɔ̃byen)
- Où sont les toilettes ? — Where is the toilet? (u sɔ̃ le twalɛt)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for La Chartre sur le Loir. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Apr–Oct · month by month →
- 1 airport and 3 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Add a bike‑rental option for forest trails.
- Create a walking map linking pool, river walk and sailing club.
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