Saint-Renan
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A few kilometres west of Brest, this small town has several old 15th- and 16th-century houses in its centre.

Overview of Saint-Renan

A few kilometres west of Brest, the small town of Saint-Renan has several old 15th- and 16th-century houses in its centre.

Key details

  • Type de lieu: small town.
  • Intérêt touristique: (worth a stop if you are in the area).
  • Localisation: in the Finistère department, a few kilometres west of Brest.
  • Distances:
  • Heure locale: Heure : Saint-Renan.
  • Population: 8,097 inhabitants (2016).
  • Superficie: 13.31 km².
  • Altitude: from 27 to 95 m.

History of Saint-Renan

What to see and do

The old 15th- and 16th-century houses on the old market square are the main attraction of this small town.

Ponant Museum of Saint-Renan
The site features typical Breton furniture from the Léon region.

In the surrounding area

Climate and weather

The town has an oceanic climate, mild and humid, with relatively low temperature variation—neither too cold in winter nor too hot in summer. Rainfall is spread throughout the year, with a peak in autumn and winter.

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Getting around

Accommodation

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Further information

Worth a look / Other

Ponant Museum of Saint-Renan
★ The site features typical Breton furniture from the Léon region.
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