Marche des Lices (Lices Market), Rennes (must see)
"Lices" corresponds to the English word "Lists." The lists were barriers that separated contending knights at tournaments. Here, in 1337, at the age of 17, the future Constable of France, Bertrand du Guesclin, unhorsed a dozen knights. In 1622, Bertrand's field of honor became a market. The market opens for business on Saturdays.
By 1658, the Lices Market had become a large square. Wealthy status-proud Parlement members built private mansions by the square. The half-timbered and stone mansions are imposing. The hotel de la Noue and the Racap茅-de-La-Feuill茅e building are timbered. The hotel de Montbourcher and the hotel du Molant, home of Le Carre restaurant, are of stone.
In the 19th century, Les Halles Martenot (The Martenot Halls) were built in the Square. The Halls are named for their architect, Jean-Baptiste Martenot. They were inspired by the Baltard Halls in Paris. The two Halls are made of bricks and steel, covering an area of 1,300 square meters. Besides the market, the Halls also host salon events and exhibitions.
It is 7:30 am on a Saturday. It is Market Day in Rennes. It seems everyone in the city has come early to shop. Giant ermines, the totem animals of Brittany, peer out from windows around the Lices Market at the doings on the square. The ermines are stationed behind the windows during renovations. They are attentive to the food.
The ermines and the shoppers are curious about the seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh fish and seafood, and all other edibles produced in Brittany. It is a huge display. Chefs and restauranteurs come to replenish their supplies. Musicians set themselves up between the stalls. Food trucks and vans are busy.
There are lines for galette saucisse, a Breton pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat crepe. Ciders, bread honey, beers, it's all here. Bar terraces line the square. Visit Delirium Cafe, Pavilion, La Grappe, the pub Webb Ellis, and the oyster bar at l'Abri Market. The people shop and feast. The ermines watch and wonder.
By 1658, the Lices Market had become a large square. Wealthy status-proud Parlement members built private mansions by the square. The half-timbered and stone mansions are imposing. The hotel de la Noue and the Racap茅-de-La-Feuill茅e building are timbered. The hotel de Montbourcher and the hotel du Molant, home of Le Carre restaurant, are of stone.
In the 19th century, Les Halles Martenot (The Martenot Halls) were built in the Square. The Halls are named for their architect, Jean-Baptiste Martenot. They were inspired by the Baltard Halls in Paris. The two Halls are made of bricks and steel, covering an area of 1,300 square meters. Besides the market, the Halls also host salon events and exhibitions.
It is 7:30 am on a Saturday. It is Market Day in Rennes. It seems everyone in the city has come early to shop. Giant ermines, the totem animals of Brittany, peer out from windows around the Lices Market at the doings on the square. The ermines are stationed behind the windows during renovations. They are attentive to the food.
The ermines and the shoppers are curious about the seasonal fruits and vegetables, fresh fish and seafood, and all other edibles produced in Brittany. It is a huge display. Chefs and restauranteurs come to replenish their supplies. Musicians set themselves up between the stalls. Food trucks and vans are busy.
There are lines for galette saucisse, a Breton pork sausage wrapped in a buckwheat crepe. Ciders, bread honey, beers, it's all here. Bar terraces line the square. Visit Delirium Cafe, Pavilion, La Grappe, the pub Webb Ellis, and the oyster bar at l'Abri Market. The people shop and feast. The ermines watch and wonder.
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Sight Name: Marche des Lices (Lices Market)
Sight Location: Rennes, France (See walking tours in Rennes)
Sight Type: Attraction/Landmark
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Sight Location: Rennes, France (See walking tours in Rennes)
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Walking Tours in Rennes, France
Create Your Own Walk in Rennes
Creating your own self-guided walk in Rennes is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Rennes Historical Churches Walking Tour
Historical churches occupy a significant place in the cultural identity of Rennes, France. Travelers with a keen interest in religious history and architecture will find plenty to look at in this town.
Standing out majestically among the local ecclesiastical landmarks is Rennes Cathedral. Built in the 12th century, it underwent a centuries-long transformation from its Gothic origins to its... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Standing out majestically among the local ecclesiastical landmarks is Rennes Cathedral. Built in the 12th century, it underwent a centuries-long transformation from its Gothic origins to its... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.1 Km or 1.3 Miles
Medieval Houses Walking Tour
From the late Middle Ages through to the end of the Ancien R茅gime (the period of Bourbon rule in France, from 1589 to 1789), a multitude of half-timbered houses were built in Brittany, and particularly in Rennes. Even today, the Breton capital is where half-timbered houses remain the most prevalent style of architecture, and a key element of the cultural heritage of the region reiterated in many... view more
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 0.9 Km or 0.6 Miles
Rennes Introduction Walking Tour
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Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.9 Km or 1.8 Miles