Roazhon Park Sports Fan Tips
Roazhon Park is a venue in or near Rennes that is most often used for Soccer
Things to check out around Roazhon Park?
Rennes is home to some fantastic architecture which offer some great photo opportunities for any visitor. Wander through the old town and drink in the sights such as the grand Rennes Cathedral and the historical centre.Rennes is also home to some wonderful green spaces that you should really take advantage of and fill up a picnic basket. Enjoy lounging around in either the Parc du Tabour or the Parc de Gayeulles!
Roazhon Park seating?
Be careful where you sit at the Roazhon, otherwise you could wind up being a part of the infamous 'ultras'! Behind each of the goals gather these ultra competitive and passionate fans though they are two different groups! The Roazhon Celtic Kop sit in the West Stand, and the East Stand is populated by the Red Black Roazhon. The away fans are also situated in the East stand – though they are separated! Attendances rarely reach capacity though and so ticket availability shouldn't be a problem and with prices starting at just €10 its great value.
Best Bars around Roazhon Park?
Stade Rennais fans are among the most vocal and passionate in the country – so it makes sense that there would be ample bars for them to wet their whistle at before kickoff!Le Stendahl is a wonderful old bar – where the owner, who knows all there is to know about Stade Rennais still lives! The walls are decorated with pictures of past and present teams – including the famous cup winning side of 1965!Le Stade is another wonderfully Breton bar and makes no secret that it is a place for sports enthusiasts. Magazine articles from France's sports 'bible' L'Equipe plaster the wall as well as a strange though impressive collection of sardine cans!If you are on a pub crawl to the stadium, then equally as unmissable has to be the Football Bar. It's collection of memorabilia consists of two enormous glass cases – one with a picture history of the Breton club and the other filled with scarfs left by visiting teams and supporters!
Best restaurants near Roazhon Park?
There are some superb restaurants in Rennes that really display the best of Breton cooking. The galette- saucisse is something of a local legend and at Creperie Ouzh-Taol, they really take galettes to the next level. They have everything, from class sweet crepes to more adventurous seafood ones! There is something for everyone.Le 2 rue des Dames is a small little place – perfect to take someone special. The intimate atmosphere is matched by some wonderful French food at really rather reasonable prices.
Best Insider tip at Roazhon Park?
For a diehard supporter of Stade Rennais, you could think of something worse to do than get yourself down to a training session! You can arrive at the Henri Guérin Training Center with most days it being open to the public and watch your heroes go through their paces.
What to expect from the Roazhon Park crowd?
Known as one of the most passionate fan groups in the whole of Europe – Roazhon Park is home to some of the most fervent ultras in the country. The different bands of supporters, especially the Roazhon Celtic Kop create grand banners and choreographed songs and chants that intimidate the away fans and teams. With the proximity between some of the home and away fans, the East Stand has been known to get a bit spicy – so if you're visiting as an away fan, just be aware and be sensible.
How do I get to Roazhon Park?
The best way to get to Roazhon Park is probably the bus! With service number 11 leaving from the main hub of 'Place du Republique' every 30 minutes and only taking 10-15 minutes to reach the stadium; you'll be hard pressed to find a quicker way!If you are arriving to Rennes via train – you can catch either the number 54 or 55 from Charles de Gaulle Station and drop off at 'Geniaux' with is just a short walk to the stadium.There is also ample parking near Roazhon Park, with around 3 separate garages offering over 1,000 sports of free all day parking!
Best Food and Drink at Roazhon Park?
There is of course the usual food and drink on sale at Roazhon park – however while you are in Brittany, you have to try the local speciality – the 'galette-saucisse'. It is seen in the local area as being the quintessential terrace food – and the only thing you should be eating on game day. It is a fried pork sausage, wrapped in a thin buckwheat crepe and goes deliciously with a cup of apple cider!The sausage is associated so much with the club – that local rivals Nantes have nicknamed the Stade Rennais fans 'galette-saucisses'!