Lire les vitraux de Chartres

Discovering the Stained Glass Windows of Chartres Cathedral

The app, published by the International Stained Glass Centre, offers a free way to discover and understand the stained glass windows of Chartres Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

It is the first tool in the world to use artificial intelligence to provide a detailed and accessible exploration of this exceptional heritage.

The app combines a scientific, educational and engaging approach, giving you access to the stained glass windows of Chartres, which contain stories, symbols and details that are often difficult to interpret.

Your Discovery Tools Smart recognition: take a photo of a stained glass window and AI will instantly identify it, revealing its history and meaning. More than 1,400 articles: access detailed analyses to understand the images, characters, stories, colors and symbols. Use even without an internet connection: freely explore the stained glass windows inside the cathedral. A detailed 2D map: select a stained glass window for a documented exploration wherever you are. An Enriching Experience The app combines scientific rigor and technology to make this heritage accessible to everyone. It offers an immersive experience of the world of stained glass, adapted to the unique challenges of the cathedral: the height of the windows, changing light conditions and complex iconography. Rediscover the Light of Chartres

Let artificial intelligence guide you as you discover the world's most famous stained glass windows from a new perspective, in an experience that is at once cultural, spiritual and technological.