Betton

Betton

Travel guide and tourist information

Travel guide and tourist information

GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION
Town	Betton
Insee code	35024
Postcode	35830
Latitude	48.1828290
Longitude	-1.6434590
Altitude	From 3 to 7 meters
Surface	26.73 km²
Population	10447 inhabitants
Density	390 inhabitants/km²		CLOSEST TOWNS
National label			Chevaigné at 3.3 km
Chief town	Rennes (at 11.1 km, 20 min)		Saint-Grégoire at 4.4 km
Department	Ille-et-Vilaine		Melesse at 5.5 km
Region	Brittany		Search another town

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• Location:

• West of France, in Brittany, in the heart of Rennes, Betton is the fifth city of Rennes. Located north of Rennes, close to Rennes-Saint Malo and the coastal road from Mont-Saint-Michel, Betton occupies a strategic position: only 10 minutes from Rennes, 45 minutes from Saint-Malo and one hour from Mont Saint-Michel.
• Canton Betton Betton includes the municipalities of Saint-Grégoire, Montgermont and La Chapelle-des-Fougeretz. Since 2002, Michel Gautier, Mayor of Betton, general counsel of the elected township.

• History:

• The name of the town is probably the origin of the Gallo-Roman betudunum, which means "the fort of the birch" or "the hill of the birch". In ancient times, Betton was also the site of fortifications, and the commander of the Queen's Road, Roman road from Rennes to Avranches.
• In his etymological dictionary of place names in France, Albert Dauzat cites Betton and traces its origin to the name of the Germanic warrior Betto ("Bet" bed). It was a war chief frank, aristocrat, which took root on Gallic soil in the fifth-sixth century.
• The site was occupied from Betton Iron Age by the Gauls of Riedones tribe, whose capital was at Rennes. The names of Evran and Gravelle are memories of this first Celtic settlement, about 600 BC
• After the submission of Brittany, about 53 BC, the Romans' first task was the creation of a road network to establish their dominance, which explains the existence of three Roman roads Betton important.
• At the same time, the Gallo-Roman form around these tracks: Farm-City Red (use of red brick), La Meziere, Rignes.
• The Romans then built military posts Chatelier. They occupy the time of the current village where the key was found a vase containing coins of the 2nd and 3rd centuries. After the collapse of the Roman Empire, the Germanic bands massively infiltrating into Gaul in the 5th century arrived in the region. The Franks colonize part Betton, leaving the country on behalf of one of their chief Betto. They create fortified rural settlements: the Great Court, the Court Newfoundland, the Court of Maine.
• Betton was Christianized very early, around 470, evangelized by missionaries Gallo-Romans who built a very old monastery: "Monasterium concrete." The big picture that now adorns the perimeter of the chancel of the church, right and behind the altar, of Istres Contencin, also recounts the memories of the original Benedictine. It shows Saint Melaine, coming to visit the monastery of Betton, procession of monks to meet the bishop who blessed them. The monks enjoyed in this parish rather good income, but despite this their church fell into ruins, and the 15th and sixteenth century, the parish church replaced the priory church. In the old church, the lord of Betton was a Mass every Sunday and abandoning a right to do tithe: the "Treaty of Luminair.

• Church of Betton:

• The first church was burned in 1590 during the Wars of the League, and the worship was transferred to the Priory Chapel of the Abbey of St. Melaine, a few meters north of the present church. On the master-pane (fifteenth century) included the legend of Saint Martin. The upper bellows of this window are now on display at the Museum of Brittany in Rennes. All four-color stained glass, sold in 1879 and double the baptismal font, carved coat of arms of Saint-Gilles are visible today in the Cluny Museum in Paris.
• On February 17, 1870 took place the solemn laying of the cornerstone of the present church building which posed some difficulties, the shale hill threatening to crawl under the building. He then had to predict the current wall, which, by their cost, and swallowed up considerable funds prevented the completion of the tower. The building will be completed in 1874.
• The chair of the present church dates from 1875.
• It will take until 1927 for the purchase of three bells and the construction of their room.
• The church is neo-Romanesque, with some Gothic elements: the bell ended gables with finials, choir. The pulpit is of wood and neoclassical. It consists of three naves and transepts, a choir with canted and two apses.

• Canal d'Ille-et-Rance

• The Canal d'Ille-et-Rance is an important stronghold in the heart of the town.
• Several events are regularly held. This is the case, every Sunday morning, the market remains, to this day, the third in Ille-et-Vilaine in terms of attendance with over 6,000 visitors each Sunday.
• Today, Betton is a welcome stop for yachts. The roads constructed at the start of hauling offer beautiful places to walk and local shops offer easy steps

• Media Theodore Monod

• The library Theodore Monod, inaugurated in September 2008, is one of 34 buildings nominated for Totems, Grand Prix National Lumber public and collective.
• Little Gourmet water and easy maintenance, its green roof protects the waterproofing of the building and its freshness, while participating in the discreet integration into the landscape.

• Activities

• The Common Betton is ideal terrain for walking. The Canal d'Ille-et-Rance, important stronghold in the heart of the town, offers indeed pretty places to walk (leaflets available at the Town Hall).
• Municipal services offered throughout the year in sports and recreation for children and adolescents: recreation center, school multi-sport center 11/14 14/17 years and older. For more information, please contact the center of the City Life City Hall (+33 2 99 55 16 17).
• Betton is also an important associative fabric. With more than 80 associations, the town is a place where opportunities for varied activities: sports, music, arts and crafts, visual arts??. Find all the associations on the website of the municipality of Betton.

Throughout the year, the city of Betton offers various events and activities open to the entire family:

• The Sunday morning market: With over 110 merchants present every Sunday with 76 permanent, it has seen its attendance grow to reach currently 5 000-6 000.
• The cabaret market: the market entry. Various activities (concerts, theater, dance, clowns). During the spring and summer. A Sunday at 2.
• Urban Raid: July.
• The old toy show and collection: this event annually attracts a crowd of visitors. November.

All leisure activities around Betton

The canal runs through the town on 7.5 km		Theodore Monod The Media
The Sunday morning market		Map water Betton
exhibitions scheduled

Saturday 25 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 14°C

Sunday 26 May Day Night Min. 1°C - Max. 15°C

Monday 27 May Day Night Min. 7°C - Max. 14°C

Les Relais d'Alsace - Taverne Karlsbrau   6 Saint-Grégoire Discover the Alsace in the heart of Brittany. In the charming village of Saint-Grégoire, Les Relais d'Alsace Alsatian cuisine worthy of the finest restaurants. Wooded, bistro atmosphere,... Located 5.3 km from Betton 33 € per person

Tante Alice   7.3 Rennes FRENCH CUISINE - Ah ... this ... Tante Alice Tante Alice always has a kind word ... and always sweetness to offer. Welcome to Rennes, the brewery Tante Alice! VIEW OF PONDS - Tante... Located 5.8 km from Betton 25 € per person

La Coquerie   9.2 Rennes Located in a beautiful family-run hotel, located in the heart of Rennes residential La Coquerie is an enchanting place. The restaurant serves inventive Breton. The chef invites you... Located 7 km from Betton 49 € per person

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Le clos des anges     9.7 Dingé Located at 5 km from Combourg and Chateaubriand castle, in the heart of Romantic Britain, Dingé former presbytory became the Clos des Anges, right midway between Rennes and. St Malo.... Located 20 km from Betton From 70 € to 75 € the double room

Chambres d'Hôtes de La Barrerie   Dingé Located in the triangle Rennes / Saint-Malo / Dinan, We welcome you in our house of Master. Our rooms Claude Monet and Paul Cézanne can accommodate up to 4 people each. Living in each... Located 20 km from Betton 65 € the double room

Chambre d hotes menard   Vieux-Vy-sur-Couesnon Stone house has 30 km of montsaint michel 1 bedroom 1 bed 2 persons and 1 room with two single beds shower room wc enclosed private parking meals by reservation. Located 21 km from Betton 46 € the double room

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La Hulottière   9.6 Saint-Rémy-du-Plain Very nice and spacious house of the seventeenth century, renovated with great care. It retains its beams, fireplace and walls of lime. It is the ideal home for a family holiday. Ground... Located 20 km from Betton From 290 € to 635 € per week

Chouane   8.2 Saint-Rémy-du-Plain He is a former house of the XVth s lookout, built in granite. It was completely restored in the original spirit of its original purpose: old beams, limestone walls, fireplaces and deadly... Located 22 km from Betton From 400 € to 875 € per week

Le Gîte du Gravier La Baussaine Between Rennes and St Malo, just 4 km from the motorway and 5 km from Bécherel, this cottage is located in an old house of the seventeenth century with exposed beams and fireplace,... Located 22 km from Betton From 280 € to 480 € per week

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Camping municipal le vieux chatel   Combourg Municipal campsite Le Vieux Chatel is located in a natural wooded surrounding, just by the lake and only a few minutes walk to the center. With much history, beautiful buildings, popular... Located 26 km from Betton 10.88 € per day

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Oceania Rennes      7.8 Saint-Grégoire The hotel is located 15 minutes from the centre of Rennes and just 45 minutes from Saint-Malo. It is situated in the area’s main business area. The Oceania Rennes hotel is also linked... Located 5 km from Betton Room from 69 €

Brit Hotel Le Villeneuve      8.1 Saint-Grégoire Situated right outside of the city of Rennes, the hotel is easy to find and offers comfortable accommodation. The friendly staff welcome you 24 hours a day in a quiet and cordial a... Located 5.4 km from Betton Room from 43 €

ibis budget Rennes Montgermont      8.1 Montgermont This hotel is located in Montgermont, just 7 km from the city centre of Rennes and the famous Rennes Cathedral. The hotel offers air-conditioned guest rooms with free Wi-Fi internet... Located 5.4 km from Betton Room from 39 €

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