Oyster tasting in a restaurant in Cancale
©Oyster tasting in a restaurant, Cancale|Thibault Poriel
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Breton gastronomy and specialities: treat yourself to some local delights!

Bustling markets, local and seasonal produce, culinary events… … Ille-et-Vilaine offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy good food including seafood, galettes, poultry, cider, local beers and lots more! The département is famous for its magnificent coastline and convivial atmosphere and has a superb pool of culinary talent producing food with a wide range of flavours from both land and sea. There is something delicious for everyone to enjoy to their heart’s content!

Fried squid and prawns, Restaurant le Benetin, Saint-Malo
©Fried squid and prawns, Restaurant le Benetin, Saint-Malo|Yolaine Gautier
Michelin-starred chefs
Famous for the wealth and diversity of its produce, Brittany has always attracted the best in culinary talent. Bringing together the best that land and sea have to offer,...
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Oyster tasting in Cancale
©Oyster tasting, Cancale |Alexandre Lamoureux
Local produce
Make the most of your stay in Ille-et-Vilaine to discover the wealth of local produce at market gardens, fishmongers, grocers and market stalls. Produce from both land and sea...
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Marché des Lices (market) in Rennes
©Marché des Lices (market), Rennes|Bruno Mazodier
The 3 ‘must see’ markets
It is simply unthinkable to visit Brittany without going to one of the markets in Ille-et-Vilaine ! Essential for filling your shopping basket with good things, markets are...
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ENJOY REMARKABLE EXPERIENCES

To make your stay in Ille-et-Vilaine unforgettable,
discover our selection of experiences to enjoy to the full and without moderation!

Break on a terrace in Saint-Malo
©Break on a terrace in Saint-Malo|Alexandre Lamoureux
A family day out in Saint‑Malo
You can be on the beach in Saint-Malo after just a 45-minute car journey from Rennes. Swimming on Sillon beach and admiring the sea view from the top of the ramparts are...
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Aerial view of Saint-Malo
©Aerial view of Saint-Malo|Thibault Poriel
A charming weekend in pays malouin
There is more to the Emerald Coast than its picture postcard scenery. It is first and foremost a holiday and adventure resort for children and grown-ups alike. A unique getaway...
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Festival de l'Oust 2015, Saint Servant
©Festival de l'Oust 2015, Saint Servant|Alexandre Lamoureux
Festivals for everyone in Ille‑et‑Vilaine
Whether you’re a fan of comic books, crazy about rock music or a dedicated reader, there is a festival in Ille-et-Vilaine for you. Less than two hours by high-speed train from...
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Marina of Redon
©Marina of Redon|Clo & Clem
A weekend getaway in pays de Redon
Long considered as just somewhere to travel or sail through, the Vilaine Valley is definitely worth a stopover. Enjoy the opportunity to explore its wooded countryside and...
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Dolphin watching boat trip in Cancale, Association Al Lark
©Dolphin watching boat trip in Cancale, Association Al Lark|Gildas Raffenel
Watch the dolphins in the Bay of Mont‑Saint‑Michel
Dolphins in Brittany? You don’t need to go to the other end of the planet to see large marine mammals. Leaving from Cancale, the Al-lark association welcomes you for an...
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Barge in the town centre of Rennes
©Barge in the town centre, Rennes|Frank Hamon
A spectacular weekend in Rennes
Rennes is a city where life is good ! It is famous for its dynamic cultural life, the diversity of its heritage, its wealth of contemporary art and its lively student life....
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Medieval street in Vitré
©Medieval street, Vitré|Wild road & Cashpistache
A lively weekend at Vitré and la Roche-aux-Fées
Far away from the well-trodden tourist trails, Vitré and the Roche-aux-Fées offer a unique journey through the history and legends of the Brittany Marches, exploring paths...
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Family outing at Lake Trémelin, Brocéliande
©Family outing at Lake Trémelin, Brocéliande|Emmanuel Berthier
An enchanting weekend at Brocéliande
Brocéliande Forest is a land of mystery. But that’s not all ! It is also a huge playground with lots of sporting experiences and other adventures for all the family, just 20km...
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Ramparts of the castle of Fougères
©Ramparts of the castle, Fougères|Clara Ferrand Wild road & Vanessa Martin Cashpistache
A weekend out of the ordinary in Fougères
A rather surprising title as you may not think of Fougères as an exotic destination! Upper Brittany was a transit zone for a long time and has kept many foreign influences....
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Ille Flottante unusual accommodation, la petite Madeleine in Hédé-Bazouges
©Ille Flottante unusual accommodation, la petite Madeleine, Hédé-Bazouges|Jacqueline Piriou
Unique experiences in Ille‑et‑Vilaine: let yourself be surprised!
Do you want to break away from routine? To share magical moments with your loved ones? Ille-et-Vilaine in Brittany is the perfect destination for unique experiences for a...
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Vilaine Valley
©Vilaine Valley|Noé C. Photography
Discover the Vilaine Valley with geocaching
The Vilaine river connects Rennes and Redon, winding through majestic landscapes and charming villages steeped in history. As you follow it, you will discover its history and...
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Hot-air balloon in the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel
©Hot-air balloon in the bay of Mont-Saint-Michel|Brigitte Benoit
Adrenaline rushes in Ille‑et‑Vilaine!
Forget the gentle forest or coastal walks! Ille-et-Vilaine is also a land of thrills! Is speed your thing? Or jumping into the void? What about roaring engines? If you’re a fan...
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