Which French Gothic cathedral is famous for its labyrinth on the floor?

The French Gothic cathedral famous for its floor labyrinth is Chartres Cathedral.

Chartres Cathedral’s labyrinth lies in the center of the nave and dates to the early 13th century. Its winding route is a single continuous path rather than a puzzle with branching dead ends. Medieval worshippers and modern visitors can follow it as a symbolic journey, traditionally associated with pilgrimage and the long path toward salvation.

The cathedral itself was built largely between the late 12th and early 13th centuries after a major fire in 1194. It is celebrated for its remarkably preserved Gothic architecture and extensive stained glass, including famous blue glass often called “Chartres blue.” The labyrinth is one of its most distinctive features, but chairs are sometimes placed over it during services, so visitors may not always see or walk it.

Other French Gothic cathedrals, including Amiens, Reims, and Notre-Dame de Paris, are also famous, but Chartres is the standard answer to the labyrinth question. Copies inspired by the Chartres design appear in churches elsewhere, including Grace Cathedral in San Francisco.