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THE PLACE OF THE LICES

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The Place des Lices was once the site of the equestrian joust between two rivals separated by the lice at Rennes.

Place des lices or equestrian jousting ground, this square once pitted two rivals against each other. Nowadays, surrounded by half-timbered houses and old mansions, its center is home to the Halles Martenot, two Baltard-style metal pavilions built in the 19th century and listed as historic monuments. The Place des Lices is still famous for its Saturday morning market, which has been held here since 1622. Classified as one of the most beautiful markets in France, it brings together all the local produce (galettes, crêpes, seafood).

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Delfine35
Delfine35
Visited in april 2018
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Très jolie et grande place, il y a souvent des animations sur cette place, la fête de la musique, le marché tout les samedis matin qui est au top, il y a de nombreux commerçants, ce qui est super bien. Elle est situé au coeur du centre ville.
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babethf3
babethf3
Visited in september 2017
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Très jolie place, animée et agréable pour se promener. A faire absolument le samedi matin, jour de marché. Ce marché est fabuleux, uniquement de l'alimentaire mais le plus grand marché que j'ai jamais vu !
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maca84
maca84
Visited in october 2016
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Tres belle place qui prend toute son importance les jours de marchés ( samedi matin ), il y a de tout , la vue sur les maisons anciennes est vraiment sympa.
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clems37
clems37
Visited in august 2017
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La place des Lices de Rennes comporte deux halles, des parkings et une partie piétonne où l'on retrouve notamment des restaurants et des maisons anciennes. La place est bien vivante et est située à proximité du vieux rennes, des portes mordelaises et de la cathédrale.
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teckelos35
teckelos35
Visited in may 2017
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La Place des Lices est incontestablement LA place vivante de Rennes ! En journée, elle se visite par son côté ancien grâce aux maisons à pans de bois qui la décore et le soir, elle se transforme en haut lieu des sorties rennaises par les restaurants et bars qui ornent cette place. Le samedi matin, un grand marché accueillant plus de 250 commerçants proposant des produits frais et élaborés régionaux se répartit sur cette place. A ne pas manquer !
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