Car Hire - Rennes Bretagne Airport (RNS)

Flying into Rennes–Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS)? Enterprise makes it easy to begin your journey with car hire in Rennes. The airport serves Brittany's capital and offers straightforward access to one of France's most appealing regions.

Rennes sits about six kilometres from the airport. It's the capital of Brittany and has a population of over 200,000 in the city itself. The wider metropolitan area is home to more than 700,000 people. Rennes is a university city with a young population and a lively atmosphere. It blends medieval architecture with modern infrastructure. Half-timbered houses line cobbled streets in the old quarter. The city has a strong Breton identity but maintains a welcoming, cosmopolitan feel. It's well connected by train to Paris and other major French cities.

A hire car from Rennes gives you the flexibility to explore Brittany at your own pace. The airport sits close to the A84 motorway, which links directly to the coast and other key destinations. Brittany's road network is well-maintained and easy to navigate. From Rennes, you can reach the northern coast in under an hour. The western towns and villages are within easy reach, too. Car hire in Rennes means you're not tied to public transport schedules. You can stop at small villages, visit local markets and take scenic routes through the countryside. Whether you need an automatic car or something larger like a 7-seater people carrier, vehicle rental in Rennes offers options to suit different travel needs.

Nearby attractions

The walled port town of Saint-Malo is one of Brittany's most popular destinations. It sits on the Emerald Coast and is known for its historic ramparts and beaches. Visitors can walk the walls, explore the old town and take boat trips to nearby islands. The town has a strong maritime history and plenty of seafood restaurants. Mont Saint-Michel lies just over the border in Normandy. It's a tidal island crowned by a medieval abbey and is one of France's most recognisable landmarks. The island is accessible by causeway and attracts millions of visitors each year. The surrounding bay is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Brocéliande Forest, also known as Paimpont Forest, is steeped in Arthurian legend. This ancient woodland is associated with Merlin the wizard and the Knights of the Round Table. The forest has marked trails leading to sites like Merlin's tomb and the Fountain of Barenton. It's a peaceful area for walking and appeals to those interested in mythology and nature.