About us

Who am I 

My name is Patricia Costa, founder of Bienvenue à Rennes.

My goal? To help students and travelers from all over the world discover France while learning French — in a warm, accessible and authentic atmosphere.

My background

I’ve had several cultural exchange experiences: a 6-month stay in Ireland, and a master’s degree in France. I’ve now been living in Europe for over 10 years. These experiences inspired me to create programs that combine language, culture, human connections, and adventure.

Why this project?

After welcoming friends and family from Brazil, I realized how important
good support is when arriving in a new country. That’s how Bienvenue en
France was born: an agency offering all-inclusive stays for those who want
to experience the real France — on a budget.

Our partners

I’ve built trusted partnerships with language schools, host families and
hotels, and passionate local guides…

Our goal? To create meaningful experiences where you can learn, practice
French in real-life situations, and explore the best of France.

My mission

To share this beautiful language and these amazing places with as many
people as possible. Each stay is designed with care and kindness, so you feel
welcomed, supported and inspired.

“Learning a language is much more than memorizing vocabulary. It’s
opening up to a culture, creating connections and living emotions.”

— Patricia Costa, Founder

Discover Rennes — Your New Home City

Located in the heart of the Brittany region, Rennes is a vibrant and
welcoming city, perfect for learning French in a setting that is both
modern and rich in history.

  • A lively student city: With over 60,000 students, Rennes offers a
    rich university life, full of cafés, libraries, cultural events, and
    student associations.
  • Remarkable historical heritage: Stroll through the city center with
    its half-timbered houses, pedestrian streets, and the majestic
    Sainte-Anne square.
  • A thriving cultural scene: Festivals, concerts, theater, museums,
    and art galleries are available all year round.
  • Easy and fast access: Rennes is well connected by transport — high-
    speed train (TGV) links to Paris in under 2 hours, an international
    airport, and a modern bus network.
  • A high quality of life: Close to nature, local markets, Breton
    gastronomy, and a friendly atmosphere make Rennes an ideal place
    to fully immerse yourself in French culture.

By choosing our semester program in Rennes, you benefit not only from
quality language training but also from a rich human and cultural
experience in a city that blends tradition and modernity.

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