Rennes, France

Rennes: airports, things to do and where to stay

Rennes, the capital of Brittany, is a lively university city, with an old town of half-timbered houses and the monumental Parliament of Brittany.

Rennes airports

Rennes, France

Rennes Bretagne airport is about 6 km from central Rennes.

STAR C6
Direct city bus to République, right in the centre (about 20-30 min). At Saint-Jacques–Gaîté it connects with metro line b.
Taxi
Rank outside the terminal. The ride to central Rennes takes about 15-20 min.

Rennes

17th-century palace, the former seat of the Parliament of Brittany and now a court, with richly gilded ceilings. Visits are guided.

Cathedral with a classical twin-towered façade in the heart of the old town, and a richly decorated interior.

One of the old-town streets lined with half-timbered houses that survived the great fire of 1720.

Square lined with half-timbered houses, home on Saturday mornings to one of the largest markets in France.

Large park next to the old town, with a French formal garden, rose garden, botanical garden and bandstand.

Which airport serves Rennes?

Rennes is served by Rennes Bretagne (RNS).

How far is the airport from central Rennes?

Rennes Bretagne airport is about 6 km from central Rennes.

How do I get from the airport to central Rennes?

From Rennes Bretagne airport you can take STAR C6 (bus) and Taxi. Pre-booked taxis and private transfers are also available.

What are the must-sees in Rennes?

Highlights of Rennes include Parlement de Bretagne, Cathédrale Saint-Pierre, Rue du Chapitre, Place des Lices, and Parc du Thabor.

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