Rue Saint-Michel (rue de la Soif)

Rennes, France

France's record-breaking bar street, with one bar every 7 metres.

Places in Rue Saint-Michel (rue de la Soif)

Rue Saint-Michel bars A French record-breaking bar street with one bar every 7 metres, worthy of its 'Drinkers' Alley' nickname.
Traditional Breton pubs Trendy cocktail bars alongside traditional Breton pubs, immersing visitors in local culture.

Best time to visit: May to September offers warm weather for the outdoor terraces and half-timbered old town.
Getting around: Rennes's historic centre, including rue Saint-Michel and the Saint-Anne district, is compact and entirely walkable.
Currency: Euro (EUR)
Language: French. English is common in tourism.
Timezone: CET (UTC+1, UTC+2 in summer)
Current trends: Rennes's dining scene continues to range from charming cafes serving freshly baked pastries to Michelin-starred restaurants, with traditional Breton dishes like galettes and seafood platters remaining must-tries alongside a thriving international food scene.

Rue du Chapitre district — Home to colourful and traditional half-timber homes, restaurants and buildings.
Saint-Anne and Champ-Jacquet squares — Medieval and Renaissance buildings scattered among traditional cafes, bars and restaurants.