Travel Guide of Rennes in France by Influencers and Travelers
Rennes is a city in the east of Brittany in northwestern France at the confluence of the Ille and the Vilaine. Rennes is the capital of the region of Brittany, as well as the Ille-et-Vilaine department.
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The Best Things to Do and Visit in Rennes
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1 - Ille
The Ille is a small river in Brittany, France, right tributary of the river Vilaine. It is 48.9 km long. It flows into the Vilaine in the city Rennes. The Ille is linked to the river Rance by the Canal d'Ille-et-Rance. By this canal, Rennes has a connection with the English Channel coast at St. Malo. The canal is used primarily for tourist boats.
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2 - Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes
The Roman Catholic Diocese of Vannes is a diocese of the Latin Rite of the Roman Catholic Church in France. Erected in the 5th century, the Episcopal see is Vannes Cathedral in the city of Vannes.
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3 - Virtual Reality in Rennes
Experience a unique virtual reality adventure in Rennes! Visit Virtual Room, the first collaborative virtual reality room! Located in Rennes, Virtual Room offers you the Press Start adventure, an exclusive VR scenario. Difficulty level: Difficult Suc...
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4 - Saint George Palace
The Saint George Palace is an historic building in the city of Rennes. Formerly an abbey residence, it was built in 1670 to replace a much older abbey building that stood on the same site.
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5 - Saint-Armel
13 km away
Saint-Armel is a commune in the Morbihan department of Brittany in north-western France.
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6 - Rock climbing in Rennes
Enjoy a 45min free access session to Hapik Rennes and discover 100% fun climbing! Hapik Rennes isn't a traditional climbing gym... it's a one-of-a-kind venue combining leisure and sporting challenge. Whether you're looking to climb solo, with family ...
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7 - Château de Vitré
34 km away
The Château de Châteaubriant is a medieval castle strongly modified during the Renaissance, located in the commune of Châteaubriant in the Loire-Atlantique département of France.
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8 - Vitré
34 km away
Vitré is a commune in the Ille-et-Vilaine department in Brittany in northwestern France. Vitré, a sub-prefecture until 1926, is the seat of a canton of 17,798 inhabitants. It lies on the edge of Brittany, near Normandy, Maine, and Anjou.
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9 - Brocéliande
36 km away
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10 - Fougères
44 km away
Fougères is a commune and a sub-prefecture of the Ille-et-Vilaine department in the region of Brittany, northwestern France. Its inhabitants are called the Fougerais. In a 2014 census, Fougères had 20,189 inhabitants.
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11 - Dinan
46 km away
Dinan is a walled Breton town and a commune in the Côtes-d'Armor department in northwestern France. On 1 January 2018, the former commune of Léhon was merged into Dinan.
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Rennes is the capital and largest city in the Brittany region of northwestern France. It is located at the confluence of the Ille and the Vilaine rivers. As of 2019, the population of Rennes was estimated to be 213,316.
When in Rennes, be sure to explore the beautiful historic center of the city, which is full of well-preserved buildings and charming narrow streets. Some highlights include the Parliament of Brittany, the half-timbered houses on Rue Saint-Guillaume, and the grand Cathédrale Saint-Pierre. Rennes is also home to a number of museums, including the Musée de Bretagne, which is dedicated to the history and culture of the region. If you're looking for a bite to eat, be sure to try some of the local specialties, such as galettes (salty crepes) and cider. And finally, don't miss the opportunity to catch a glimpse of the famous mechanical giants during the yearly Festival of Giants, which takes place in mid-August.
Some popular travel experiences in Rennes, France include exploring the city's historical and cultural landmarks, sampling the local cuisine, and enjoying the city's nightlife.
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