Rennes

Famed for its university and cultural dynamism, Rennes unites the heart and head and is ideal for a leisurely stroll through its cheerful and surprising streets. Majestic façades, concert halls, trendy restaurants and designer boutiques all captivate the visitor.

Enter the narrow streets and courtyards: the old town unveils its charms in its stairways and suspended galleries. You’ll recognise the 15th-century half-timbered houses, with very obvious corbels, and the later ones with vertical façades. Rue Saint-Sauveur, Rue du Chapitre, Place du Champ-Jacquet, Rue Saint-Michel, etc., are as beautiful as they are lively with their cafés and terraces. More formal and luminous, Palais du Parlement illustrates the arrival of royal art in the 17th century. This magnificent building was rebuilt after a terrible fire in 1994. The Grand’Chambre is a masterpiece.

Rennes Hotels

Balthazar Hotel & Spa Rennes$$$

The contemporary, inviting and refined Balthazar Hotel and Spa is set in the heart of Rennes, just a short stroll from the Parliament of Brittany. Impressive in scale, this elegant and unique hotel combines aesthetics and authenticity and strives to make guests feel right at home. Perfect for a business meeting over a cocktail, curling up by the fireplace with a book, or enjoying a spot of relaxation in the Nuxe Spa—come and share some special moments. Welcome to the Balthazar Hotel! Experi...