ESN Rennes — the student association that welcomes you in Rennes
👋 Welcome!
Welcome to Rennes, or as we say here: degemer mat! If you're setting down your bags in the Breton capital, it's the start of a great adventure, and we're here to help you make the most of it.
At ESN Rennes, we organise all kinds of activities to help you meet people, discover the local culture and fully enjoy your exchange in the heart of Brittany. We also take you on trips all over: a day out in Nantes, a weekend at Disneyland Paris, Loire Valley castles, wine tastings in the vineyards…
No matter where you're from or how long you're staying, you're part of the community. See you soon, Kenavo! 🎉
20 volunteers
A close-knit team of volunteers here to support you from the moment you arrive in Rennes — and throughout your stay!
900 students
Around 900 students from all over the world welcomed each year on campus by ESN Rennes.
70 events
Dozens of events to help you settle in and make the most of life in Rennes — tours, parties, meetups, and more.
Good to know
- Parent network
- ESN
- Since
- 2003
- What we do
- Team languages
- English · French
Where can you find us?
📍 The ESN Rennes office is located on the Université de Rennes 2 campus. The exact address is: Place Recteur Henri le Moal, Building B, Room B150.
📆 Opening hours: our office hours are updated regularly on our Instagram account.
To join our events and stay up to date with everything happening at ESN Rennes, we strongly recommend joining our WhatsApp group for the current academic year.
4 key steps to get ready for your stay in Rennes
Here's what to check off before joining us in Rennes.
Create your Student Hub account
The Student Hub is here to help you get ready for your arrival. Housing, health insurance, mobile plan, transport card… it's all covered! You'll find a to-do list to guide you through everything, and the Study in France team is here to answer your questions and support you every step of the way ✌️
Let's go!Download the welcome guide
ESN Rennes has put together a welcome guide to help you explore and find your way around during your first days. Download it to get all the practical info and top tips.
Download it hereJoin the Buddy System
Request a buddy to get connected with a French student. And don't forget to join our association's socials to stay in the loop about upcoming events — it's one of the best ways to meet new people from day one! 😉
Request a buddyAnd that's it!
Now it's time to join the events organised by ESN Rennes. Welcome Week, city tours, outings, parties… the goal is simple: to make your stay in France unforgettable. We can't wait to meet you!
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A close-knit team of volunteers 🙌
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Part of the team? Contact usFrequently asked questions
Questions about ESN Rennes.
What does ESN Rennes do?
Our mission is simple: to welcome international students to Rennes and help you make the most of your year in the Breton capital. We connect people, share local culture, and make your stay as rich as it is fun ✌️
Are there activities for newcomers?
Of course! We run events all year round, and we go all out at the start of each semester to help you meet people and settle in. Follow us on Instagram so you don't miss a thing.
How can I join your events?
Super easy: we post all our activities on Instagram, with the location, time and any cost. Our events are open to all international students, so come along, even just to say hi!
Do you offer a buddy programme?
We don't run our own buddy programme, but we're always here to welcome you on campus. To be matched with a local student, we highly recommend signing up for the Buddy System 🙂
How can I become a volunteer?
Keen to join the team? Just drop us a message on Instagram. Our team changes every year (around summer / September) and we always welcome new friendly, motivated people 😉
