Impasse Chartière

The Impasse Chartière is a historic dead-end street in the Sorbonne quarter of Paris's 5th arrondissement, running as an extension of the Rue Jean-de-Beauvais. Its origins date back to the mid-12th century, and its name likely refers either to the many carters who worked here or to a particular female property owner of the 13th century. Over the centuries, the street went by various names before receiving its current one. Historically, it was home to important educational institutions such as the Collège de Marmoutiers, founded in 1328, and the Collège de Coqueret, where famous 16th-century poets began their education. The street originally ran straight through but became a dead end in the 19th century as a result of urban redevelopment. Today, the rear of the Bibliothèque Sainte-Barbe and the Collège de France building define the scene. A plaque at number 13 commemorates the former Collège de Coqueret. You can easily reach the lane via the nearby Maubert-Mutualité metro station and enjoy its quiet atmosphere, steeped in academic history.