Saint-Anne and Champ-Jacquet squares

Rennes, France

Medieval and Renaissance buildings scattered among traditional cafes, bars and restaurants.

Places in Saint-Anne and Champ-Jacquet squares

Michelin-starred Rennes restaurants Showcasing the best of French cuisine, part of Rennes's diverse culinary adventure.
Charming pastry cafes Charming cafes serving freshly baked pastries.
Saint-Anne square cafes Traditional cafes scattered among medieval and Renaissance buildings.

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 Saint-Michel (rue de la Soif) — France's record-breaking bar street, with one bar every 7 metres.
Rue du Chapitre district — Home to colourful and traditional half-timber homes, restaurants and buildings.