Rennes 2 University, Rennes

Name: Rennes 2 University
Address: Place du recteur Henri Le Moal, Rennes, 35000, France
Telephone: +33 2 99 14 10 00

#46 among attractions in Rennes

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Facts and practical information

Rennes 2 University is a public university located in Upper Brittany, France. It is one of the four universities in the Academy of Rennes. The main campus is situated in the northwest section of Rennes in the Villejean neighborhood not far from the other campus, located at La Harpe. ()

Local name: Université Rennes-II Established: 1969 (55 years ago)Coordinates: 48°7'7"N, 1°42'8"W

Address

Place du recteur Henri Le MoalVillejean Beauregard (Pontchaillou)Rennes 35000 France

Contact

+33 2 99 14 10 00

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Day trips

Rennes 2 University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Roazhon Park, Rennes Cathedral, St. Germain Church, Canal d'Ille-et-Rance.

0.8 miSW
Arenas and stadiums, Sport venue, Football
Roazhon Park, Rennes
22 min walk • Roazhon Park is a renowned sports venue situated in the vibrant city of Rennes, France. This stadium, with a seating capacity of approximately 29,778, is a modern coliseum for football enthusiasts and serves as the home ground for Stade Rennais F.C., the city's pride...
1 miSE
19th-century cathedral on historic site
Rennes Cathedral, Rennes
26 min walk • Rennes Cathedral, a majestic work of religious architecture, stands as a beacon of spiritual and historical significance in the heart of Rennes, France. This Roman Catholic cathedral, officially known as Cathédrale Saint-Pierre de Rennes, serves as the seat of the...
1.3 miSE
Church, Sacred and religious sites
St. Germain Church, Rennes
33 min walk • Saint-Germain is a parish church of Rennes located in the new town. It is a parish of rich merchant merchants and parliamentarians, and is built in the flamboyant gothic style. It was erected for the most part from the 15th to the 17th century.
0.9 miSE
Canal
Canal d'Ille-et-Rance, Rennes
24 min walk • The Canal d'Ille-et-Rance is a 79 km long canal in northwestern France connecting Dinan to the Vilaine at Rennes, thus forming part of the English Channel/Atlantic Ocean link which has long been used by yachtsmen, but has also become increasingly popular as a cruising waterway in its own right.
1 miE
Church
Église Saint-Aubin en Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle, Rennes
27 min walk • The Basilica of Notre-Dame-de-Bonne-Nouvelle is a minor Catholic basilica located in downtown Rennes, Brittany, on the Place Sainte-Anne.
1.2 miSE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Opéra de Rennes, Rennes
31 min walk • The Rennes Opera House is an Italian-style hall located in downtown Rennes. It was designed by Charles Millardet and built by Pierre Louise in the nineteenth century. It is located in the Place de la Mairie, which is the main eastern side facing...
0.9 miN
Museum
Fonds régional d’art contemporain Bretagne, Rennes
23 min walk • The regional fund of contemporary art Brittany was created by the French State and the Regional Council of Brittany in 1981.
1.1 miNE
Cemetery
Cimetière du Nord, Rennes
29 min walk • The North Cemetery is a necropolis, north of Rennes, in the Saint-Martin district, avenue Gros Malhon.
1.1 miSE
Restaurant, Church, Sacred and religious sites
Basilique Saint-Sauveur, Rennes
27 min walk • The Basilica of Saint-Sauveur in Rennes is a minor basilica of the Roman Catholic Church, known as Our Lady of Miracles and Virtues, located in the heart of the historic city center of Rennes in France.
0.9 miSE
Historical place, Forts and castles
Porte Mordelaise, Rennes
24 min walk • The Porte Mordelaise is a gatehouse, a remnant of the ramparts of Rennes, in the French department of Ille-et-Vilaine in the region of Brittany. Its location dates from the 3rd century, when the first ramparts were created, but its architecture...
0.8 miSE
Church
Saint Stephen's Church, Rennes
22 min walk • The Saint-Etienne church in Rennes is a Roman Catholic church located in Rennes.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Rennes 2 University?

Nearby attractions include Galerie d'art & Essai, Rennes (4 min walk), Saint Stephen's Church, Rennes (22 min walk), Roazhon Park, Rennes (22 min walk), L'Alignement du XXIe siècle, Rennes (22 min walk).

How to get to Rennes 2 University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Rennes 2 University:

Bus

Université • Lines: C4, Ttz (4 min walk)
Berger • Lines: 76, C4, Ttz (5 min walk)

Metro

Villejean - Université • Lines: a (5 min walk)
Pontchaillou • Lines: a (12 min walk)

Train

Pontchaillou (14 min walk)