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Rennes, capital of Brittany — a city of students, festivals, rock'n'roll, technology and green living! Whether you live there, study there, or are just passing through for a weekend of galettes-saucisses, you definitely know its metro. The VAL (Véhicule Automatique Léger), that speedy little driverless technological worm cutting across the city from end to end, is far more than just public transport: it's a sociological experience, a daily parade of lifestyles, and a precise mental map of the city. Since the long-awaited (and repeatedly delayed!) arrival of Line B, the network has expanded considerably, now connecting the chic city-center neighborhoods, the buzzing university campuses, the vibrant working-class areas, the futuristic tech parks, and the medieval historic center. Each station has its own unique atmosphere, its specific crowd, its distinctive architecture (sometimes as bold as a spaceship), and its own personality that rubs off on its regulars. If you were a station on...
Rennes and its metro: a story of identity The Rennes metro, inaugurated in 2002, profoundly transformed the city. The first automated metro outside Paris in France, the Rennes VAL became a symbol of modernity and innovation for the Breton capital. With the opening of Line B in 2022, the network doubled in size, connecting neighborhoods that had previously lived in relative isolation. Each station tells a different story of Rennes. République, at the heart of the city center, pulses to the rhythm of shops and events. Sainte-Anne, with its iconic square and the famous Rue de la Soif ("Thirst Street"), embodies the festive, student spirit of the city. The Gare (Station), gateway to Paris and the rest of France, symbolizes Rennes' openness to the world. Neighborhoods, personalities Villejean-Université brings together the student community of Rennes 2 University, generating a unique intellectual and cultural energy. Le Blosne, a working-class and multicultural neighborhood, reflects Rennes' diversity. La Courrouze, an eco-district built on former military wasteland, represents the Rennes of the future: sustainable, innovative and green. Clémenceau and Saint-Jacques embody the city's architectural and historical heritage, with their half-timbered houses, cobblestone streets and traditional markets. La Poterie, at the end of the line, offers a calmer, more family-friendly setting, close to nature and the city's large parks. More than transport — a social bond The Rennes metro isn't just a way to get around: it's a melting pot where students, workers, families and tourists cross paths. The stations have become identity markers for residents, who often identify with "their" neighborhood and "their" station. République is the commercial and civic pulse of the city, always in motion. Sainte-Anne represents the festive and cultural soul of Rennes, heir to the Breton tradition of conviviality. Villejean carries the torch of knowledge and open-mindedness. La Poterie offers a ...
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