Écomusée de la Bintinais, Ecomuseum in Rennes, France.
The Écomusée de la Bintinais occupies a restored manor farm on the outskirts of Rennes, surrounded by 20 hectares of parkland and agricultural fields.
The museum opened its doors in May 1987 and received the official 'Musée de France' designation in February 2003, marking its national importance.
The museum presents five centuries of rural life through exhibits showcasing traditional living spaces, agricultural practices, and the relationship between city and countryside.
Visitors can access permanent exhibitions free of charge from Tuesday to Sunday, with extended hours during summer months from April through September.
The site maintains a collection of 19 heritage animal breeds and preserves 120 apple varieties in its orchards, acting as both a living museum and genetic bank.
Location: Rennes
Official opening: May 23, 1987
Operator: Rennes Métropole
Address: Route de Châtillon-sur-Seiche 35200
Phone: +33299513815
Email: ecomusee.rennes@rennesmetropole.fr
Website: https://ecomusee-rennes-metropole.fr
GPS coordinates: 48.07980,-1.66530
Latest update: June 23, 2025 11:47
Rennes offers a range of historic and cultural sites that reflect its history and current vibrancy. The city features green spaces like the Thabor Park with its French-style gardens and rose garden, religious buildings such as the neoclassical 19th-century Cathedral, and institutional structures like the 17th-century Parliament of Brittany, where visitors can explore rooms decorated with tapestries and painted ceilings. The museums in Rennes showcase different aspects of the region and art. The Museum of Brittany traces the development of the territory from Antiquity onward, while the Fine Arts Museum exhibits collections from the 14th to the 20th century. The FRAC Bretagne hosts contemporary art exhibitions. The Place of the Republic, with its Opera and Town Hall, constitutes the administrative and cultural heart. On Saturdays, the Marché des Lices brings together local producers and Breton specialties, providing an insight into local products.
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