The city of Chartres is located in the French region of Centre-Val de Loire. It is the capital of the department of Eure-et-Loir, which is abbreviated as 'EURE' in the crossword. Chartres is known for its famous cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is also known for its production of 'gai, ' a type of traditional pottery. Additionally, Chartres is known for its production of tasse, a type of lace, and BERET, a type of hat.