Rempart, Medieval fortification walls in Vannes, France
Rempart is a fortification wall that runs around Vannes and is built from stone with varying thicknesses. Along the route, towers and gates appear at different points, each constructed in its own time.
The wall began as a defensive structure in early times to protect the settlement. It was expanded and rebuilt multiple times as threats changed and the city grew.
The walls shape how the old town looks and reveal how Vannes needed to protect itself over centuries. Walking along them today, you notice the layers of stone that tell this story of self-defense.
You can visit the wall throughout the year and walk along it freely. Good walking shoes help, since the ground can be uneven in places.
In places along the wall, you can spot traces of older structures that were later incorporated into the newer fortification. These layers show how the city constantly adapted its defenses.
Location: Vannes
Address: 4 Rue des Vierges, 56000 Vannes, France
Phone: +33679605827
GPS coordinates: 47.65811,-2.75525
Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:41
Vannes is a medieval town in Brittany with fortifications dating from the 13th century, including preserved walls, fortified gates, and towers. Saint-Pierre Cathedral, originally built in the 13th century and later modified, stands in the heart of the old town surrounded by half-timbered houses and cobbled streets. The Musée de la Cohue displays collections of regional art and history, while the Musée d'Histoire et d'Archéologie presents artifacts from Gaulish and Roman periods. The marina connects the town to the Gulf of Morbihan, a protected bay with more than 40 islands. Historic sites include the 14th-century Château de l'Hermine, once a ducal residence, and several religious buildings such as Église Saint-Patern. The Porte Saint-Vincent, a 17th-century city gate, leads to the center with squares like Place Henri IV and Place Gambetta. The Marché des Lices, a weekly market, takes place in the old town. Beyond the walls lie the Marais de Séné nature reserve with salt marshes and birdwatching stations, and Branféré animal park about 12 miles (20 km) away. Conleau beach provides access to the gulf, and boat tours by Vedettes du Golfe depart from the harbor.
Vannes Cathedral
132 m
Vannes ramparts
231 m
Château de l'Hermine
224 m
Darioritum
164 m
Musée de la Cohue
178 m
Prefecture hotel of Morbihan
134 m
Église Saint-Patern de Vannes
170 m
Tour du Connétable de Vannes
197 m
Gardens by the City Walls
177 m
Château de la Motte
206 m
Immeuble Petit-Fers
70 m
Maison de Saint-Vincent
220 m
Hôtel Saint-Georges
205 m
Place Saint-Pierre
166 m
Pipe organ of Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Vannes
132 m
Maison, 21 rue Saint-Guenhaël
121 m
Maison, 19 rue Saint-Guenhaël
116 m
Maison, 2 rue Émile Burgault à Vannes
190 m
Maison, 2 place Henri IV
180 m
Maison, 29 rue Saint-Guenhaël
139 m
Maison, 23 rue des Halles
229 m
Chapelle Sainte-Catherine de Vannes
178 m
Maison, 31 rue Saint-Guenhaël
144 m
Maison, 25-27 rue Saint-Guenhaël
131 m
Maison, 23 rue Saint-Guenhaël
126 m
Maison, 17 rue Saint-Guenhaël
111 m
Maison, 1 place Henri IV
188 m
Maison, 6 place Henri IV (Vannes)
183 mReviews
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