Place des Lices, Medieval market square in Rennes, France
Place des Lices occupies a central position in Rennes, containing buildings with traditional timber-framed facades and stone structures dating from different periods.
The square received its name from the medieval tournaments and duels that took place there during the 13th century, when knights would compete within wooden barriers.
Each Saturday morning, the square transforms into the second largest market in France, where vendors display regional products and local specialties.
The square contains multiple cafes, restaurants, and public benches, with direct access to public transportation and parking facilities nearby.
The location maintains its original medieval layout, featuring an unusual trapezoidal shape that reflects the placement of former tournament grounds.
Location: Rennes
GPS coordinates: 48.11280,-1.68350
Latest update: May 24, 2025 11:33
Rennes encompasses historical monuments, museums and markets. The Thabor Park and Cathedral represent the city architecture. The Parliament of Brittany and Saint George Palace display political heritage. The art museums and Marché des Lices showcase regional culture.
Rennes offers photography locations from medieval streets to modern architecture. The city includes timber houses in rue de la Psalette, the rose garden at Parc du Thabor, and fortifications at Portes Mordelaises. Photographers find the Martenot market hall, the exhibits at FRAC Bretagne, and the market at Place des Lices.
Rennes Cathedral
126 m
Marché des Lices
29 m
Basilique Saint-Sauveur de Rennes
170 m
Condate Riedonum
142 m
Porte Mordelaise
128 m
Hôtel de Blossac
181 m
Halles Martenot
29 m
Église Saint-Étienne de Rennes
176 m
An Ti Kozh
101 m
Hôtel du Molant
91 m
Hôtel Montbourcher
57 m
Hôtel Racapé-de-La-Feuillée
49 m
Hôtel de La Noue
60 m
Maison de la Prévôté
137 m
Hôtel du Bouexic de Pinieuc
154 m
Maison, 22 place des Lices
74 m
Hôtel de Cintré
114 m
Hôtel de Cicé
124 m
Hôtel de La Bigne-Villeneuve
126 m
Rennes St-Sauveur basilica
183 m
Maison, 22 rue du Chapitre (Rennes)
182 m
Maison Saint-Pierre (Rennes)
166 m
Immeuble, 4-6 rue de la Psalette
171 m
Immeubles, 10 et 12 rue de la Psalette
155 m
Projet de restauration de la façade nord de la cathédrale de Rennes (1860)
126 m
Retable anversois de la cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Rennes
123 m
Maison, 6 rue Saint-Sauveur
134 m
Maison des Chevaliers du Saint-Esprit
146 mReviews
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