Rennes is the capital city of Brittany, a magnificent medieval town in northwest France known for its fascinating half-timbered houses and imposing Rennes Cathedral. It is lovely walkable town with much to see. Parc du Thabor has a beautiful rose garden, French garden, English park and aviary. The Musée des Beaux-arts, located south of the Vilaine river, has a large collection of works of art that includes paintings by Botticelli, Rubens and Picasso. The Champs Libres cultural center includes the library, Brittany Museum) and the science center with a planetarium.
What to See in Rennes, France
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