Not everyone knows, but Rennes is a city full of history. It is the capital of Brittany, the most separatist region of France.
For centuries, Brittany struggled to escape the hands of France and Britain. They still speak Breton, the dialect of the region and all the signs are written in French and Breton.
In fact, during the time that Brittany was part of England, she carried out some very famous legends. One is that of the Escalibur Sword, in which the person who managed to draw the sword from the stone would be crowned the King of Brittany (and not of Great Britain!). And it is in Brittany that you can find Merlin, the famous sorcerer!
Culinary level, huuuum! Brittany is the land of sweet and salted crepes, salted butter, cider, seafood, caramel with salted butter, buttery sweets (like Kouign Amann), and many others! It makes your mouth water just to think about it !
Rennes is a small university town. This means that throughout the year, it is full of life, except in August, when students return home. And I went exactly in August!
I found a very peaceful Rennes and I was able to take advantage of what the city has to offer! I made a small itinerary to get to know the sights of the city!
What to visit:
Halles Centrales (La Criée Marché Central)
A beautiful covered market open every day. It's not huge, but there is already a lot to do to buy fresh produce!
