7-Day France Road Trip from Rennes traveling west to Nantes, Lorient, and Saint-brieuc

Your road trip adventure in France begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Rennes for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Rennes has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible parc de Beauregard. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 619 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes, La Saint-Georges. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,621 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes is Ouzh-Taol. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 905 customers.

Locals recommend Les Fils à Maman as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rennes. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,163 customers.

Rennes also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Rennes is Fox and Friends Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,370 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Rennes is O'Connell's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,586 customers.

Locals also enjoy Penny Lane. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,548 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in France!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 of your epic road trip in France, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Rennes. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nantes. You’ll stay in Nantes for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Rennes’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Rennes, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cathedral Saint-Pierre de Rennes. This much-appreciated church and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,087 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating parc du Thabor. This urban park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,132 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Parc des Gayeulles to make the most of your road trip across France. The spectacular Parc des Gayeulles is a park that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,176 visitors.

The lovely BRAIN is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 1,039 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest average ratings of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular La forêt de Brocéliande. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 4,216 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Rennes has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nantes. Nantes offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Le Bistrot Basque de Nantes. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 730 reviews.

The remarkable Pickles is another top restaurant in Nantes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 620 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Le Fou du Roi is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,032 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nantes, the fantastic Gigg's Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,840 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Labo. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 737 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Fleming's Irish Pub. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 935 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

On day 3 of your road trip, you’ll start and end your day in Nantes, but spend part of the day exploring places of interest outside the immediate city. You still have 1 night left in Nantes.

Today you'll explore the city of Challans. One of the best travel destinations you can make time for at the start of this day is L'île Penotte. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 8,180 visitors.

To do something one-of-a-kind today, you can join a popular tour. Check out all the fun and eye-opening experiences you can try out in France to make your travel experience in the country more memorable.

When you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll drive to your accommodation in the city of Nantes.

We recommend eating at one of the best restaurants in the city of Nantes, like Inde et Vous. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 873 customers.

Le Bouchon is another of the best restaurant options in the city of Nantes. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 650 customers.

Locals enjoy L'instinct gourmand, one of the most popular restaurants in the city of Nantes. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 573 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in the city of Nantes, Les BerThoM. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 704 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar that locals recommend, like Bar Le Cercle Rouge Nantes. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 659 customers.

Bootlegger is another of the best bars in the city of Nantes. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 344 customers.

Raise your glass and relax after another big day of your road trip adventure through France!

Day 4 of your road trip through France gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Nantes and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Lorient. You will stay in Lorient for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nantes is the amazing Château des ducs de Bretagne. As such, over 167,867 people visit Château des ducs de Bretagne yearly. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,724 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible must-see tourist destination, Le Lieu Unique. With an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,945 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nantes is the outstanding Botanical Garden. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,694 visitors. Approximately 167,867 travelers come to Nantes every year to see the stunning Château des ducs de Bretagne with their own eyes.

The spectacular Île de Versailles (Nantes) is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating river island and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,112 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Machines of the Isle of Nantes. This attraction is a popular art project that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,332 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Nantes by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in France. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Lorient, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through France!

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in France. Today, you'll wake up in Lorient and embark on a scenic drive to Saint-brieuc, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Lorient and Quimper before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Lorient. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cité de la voile Éric Tabarly. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,002 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Sous-marin Flore-S645. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,824 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Lorient is the stunning Aquatic Centre du Moustoir. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 1,043 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Quimper and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Quimper has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Closed City of Concarneau. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,617 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Saint Corentin Cathedral. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,909 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Quimper, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Saint-brieuc. When you arrive in Saint-brieuc you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Aux Pesked. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 236 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Kalbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Saint-brieuc, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 167 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in France, and look forward to more great days to come!

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rennes. You’ll stay in Rennes for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Saint-Lô’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Saint-Lô, start your day with a visit to the amazing PLAT GOUSSET BEACH IN GRANVILLE. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,637 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cabane Vauban. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,170 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Saint-Lô has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rennes. Rennes offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Café Breton. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 620 reviews.

The remarkable La Chope is another top restaurant in Rennes we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 804 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Restaurant IMA is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 488 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rennes, the fantastic Bar À Cocktails Le Irish Pub Shamrock. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 748 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Le Haricot Rouge. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 628 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Bar le Saint Germain. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 514 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in France!

Day 7 of your road trip in France is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Rennes before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Parc Hamelin Oberthür is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Rennes. This urban park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,122 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Rennes and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in France.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Rennes at Chez Kub before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 394 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Le Globe for your last chance at a meal in the city of Rennes. The Le Globe restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 349 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Restaurant Le Loup. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 396 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Rennes. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in France!