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Guide to Rennes, France
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RennesPositioned just south of the center of the Ille-et-Vilaine province inside France's north-westernmost region, Brittany, Rennes is as historic as it is new, and though such characterizations are bound to confuse, it comes as no surprise to find the official capital of the region home to as many Classical, Gothic, and Baroque sights as fresh-cut steel-bound constructions. The site of some of the most diverse collections of attractions in the country, it's quite evident why Rennes has retained and even grown its popularity over the decades. Home to one of the most respected academic institutions in the country, Rennes boasts a large, youthful populace, one that is considered quite liberal on the national scale, though it may be a group too caffeinated for its own good. Also boasting a series of richly apportioned museums (within and without), the city is not only the governmental authority of Brittany, but quite possibly the most culturally sophisticated, conscious, and diverse metropolis west of Paris. In such a spirited network of historic and modern edifices, housing young and, well, not so young peoples, there's always room for exciting nightlife, and with the number of clubs, bars, and restaurants the city holds, Rennes will surely dip into your pool of vigor and have you experiencing local concoctions, svelte dance floors, and plenty of cigarette smoke to boot after the sun goes down. With over 1/2-million residents to show for itself, Rennes, an undeniably urban landscape of good times, lively neighborhoods, and a bustling downtown, is clearly a French location one doesn't want to miss. Experience the capital of the French northwest. Book your flight to Rennes today!
When to go:
Like most of mainland Europe, Brittany is home to all sorts of climatic conditions. Whether they be in the form of extensive downpours, hurricane-like turbulence, or even a fast-paced accumulation of record-setting snow drifts, seemingly nothing is off limits to the annual atmospheric repertoire in France's northern regions. Rennes, though secure from any coastal phenomena, is hardly off the hook in terms of the amounts it receives in relation to others within Brittany. If you'd like to save yourself the regret of having chosen a time prone to rain or snow surges, visit the city in summer. Though the city may show unfriendly signs of high, smog-inducing humidity, as well as high temperatures, we find it better that the air be stuffy and hot than damp.
Getting there and around:
Home to the only well-connected international airport in Brittany, Rennes serves a large portion of Northern France's travel body. The terminals of the Aeroport de Rennes are comprised of the most up-to-date technologies, all made to give travelers the convenient experience ever so important in today's global aeronautics economy. Better solutions make for less time inside the airport, therefore after you gather your bags in an expedited fashion, you'll notice a large number of taxis awaiting arrivals in need of transportation to the city outside of the many gates. Though fares are higher for these private chauffeurs than for public options, the ability to choose your destination on a whim is worth the added expense. After all, this is France, the hotbed for spontaneity and romantic impulses. Taking into account both the size and population of Rennes, there is no need to remain an exception and keep to the priciest of transportation services while the city goes about via mass transit, saving their euros for those staple afternoon lattes. Simply put, ride a bus now and then.
Attractions:
If you're to choose one single site to see in Rennes, there's certainly no better place to spend one's precious hours than at one of the city's museums, but which one? Well, though history and economics may prove to be irresistible draws for some, an overwhelming majority would opt for a trip to the Musee de Beaux Arts. Home to one of the most extraordinary collections of domestic and international canvas, sculpture, and other objects of peoples' affection, Rennes' largest and most celebrated art galleries under one roof are top-notch in nearly ever sense of the word - or conjunction, if you're a grammatical perfectionist.
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