Bordeaux-Merignac Airport

Situated in the eastern part of Brittany, the city of Rennes owes its name to Redones, an ancient Gaul tribe. Linked to France by the controversial marriage between Charles VIII and Anne of Brittany, Rennes is now a thriving city with one of the strongest growth rates in France. The regional capital of Brittany is also a renowned university centre. With 3,500 researchers and the Rennes Atalante Technopole, Rennes is at the forefront in the sectors of electronics, imaging & telecommunications, bio-industry, fine chemistry, health and the environment.

The Brittany Parliament is the iconic monument of Rennes and its inhabitants. Built in 1655, this 17th century-style palace was recently restored after being devastated by fire and is the only building of its kind in France. The city has also succeeded in preserving its traditional timber-frame houses, which date back to the Middle Ages. The Palais du Commerce which stands majestically at the Place de la République and the Palais Saint-Georges should be high on your sightseeing agenda, while the opera house and town hall, both located at Place de l'hôtel de ville, are also worth discovering. Rennes is a youthful city home to several pop groups and boasts an annual festival, Les Transmusicales, drawing spectators from across Europe.

For a comprehensive guide to this destination, visit tourisme-rennes.com

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