Photography locations in Rennes old town and surroundings

This medieval street features houses from the 16th century with exposed wooden beams and stone foundations.

This garden contains over 2000 rose varieties, arranged in geometric patterns with central fountains and stone pathways.

These 15th-century gates feature two cylindrical towers and a drawbridge, marking the former entrance to medieval Rennes.

This garden features formal flowerbeds, mature trees, and stone benches near a former Benedictine abbey from 1152.

This former religious building now serves as a tourist information center featuring interior gardens and a stone colonnade walkway.

This medieval street, nicknamed Rue de la Soif, contains numerous bars and restaurants in traditional timber-framed buildings.

This covered market features metal framework and glass panels, hosting vendors selling regional products and fresh local food.

This modern office building stands above the city center, providing views of the urban landscape and surrounding region from its upper floors.

This central promenade features concrete benches, grassy areas and multiple art pieces from local and international artists along its path.

The mansion displays period furniture, detailed woodwork, and ceiling frescoes throughout its rooms, with a stone courtyard in the center.

This former fish market hosts rotating art exhibitions and cultural events in its open gallery spaces throughout the year.

This stone paved street connects small independent stores and cafes in buildings dating from the 17th century.

A public garden featuring stone and metal sculptures by contemporary artists. The layout displays geometric patterns in flowerbeds between mature trees.

A compact city park with trees from the 19th century. The curved paths lead past flower beds and sitting benches.

The Saturday market presents regional products from farmers and craftsmen. The stalls offer vegetables, fruits, flowers, cheese and local specialties.

An 18th century stone bridge over the Vilaine river. The three arches connect the banks next to a historical lock keeper house.

The lock chamber regulates water levels between two sections. The construction consists of stone walls and metal gates, with trees growing on both banks.

Located in a former university building, the museum presents European paintings spanning six centuries, including works by Botticelli and Rubens.

The street features timber frame houses and brick buildings from the 18th century. Shops occupy the ground floors of the historical buildings.

The 1880 school complex has stone walls and large windows. The courtyard contains a garden with old trees and geometric paths.

This 19th-century theater features a neoclassical stone facade with columns and sculptures. The interior contains gilded ornaments and red velvet seats.

The medieval Dominican monastery has Gothic architecture with vaulted ceilings. Modern glass structures and technical facilities host events and meetings.

The stone paved square has Breton architecture with timber frame buildings. Cafes and shops occupy the ground floors of the buildings.

The former hospital complex has French classical architecture with symmetrical wings and a courtyard. Exhibition spaces and art galleries use the renovated rooms.

A modern cultural center with stages, galleries and dance studios. The building serves dance research and practice since 2009.

An art center in a concrete building by architect Odile Decq. The collection includes 5000 modern art pieces with rotating exhibitions.

Church from the 17th century with Gothic and Renaissance elements. The building contains stained glass windows and stonework from different periods.

A street with timber-framed houses from the 16th century. The ground floors house various retail shops.

The square dates from medieval times and features stone buildings, narrow alleys and traditional Breton building elements like timber beams and slate tiles.

The concrete building from the 1970s has round windows and a circular structure. After renovation, it houses offices and a rooftop restaurant.

The 45-meter-tall industrial building marks the entrance to the eastern district. At night, it is illuminated with colored lights.