Thousands march in Rennes over rising living costs and cuts to public services in France

On October 24, 2026, in Rennes, France, @Philleray captured footage of a large demonstration as crowds of protesters marched along an urban roadway beneath overcast skies. In the video, a dense procession fills the sunken street, with demonstrators carrying banners and flags as apartment buildings and autumn trees line the route. According to reports, the demonstration was part of the second phase of a nationwide protest movement calling for better school funding, affordable living costs and the protection of public services. Organizers and participants also raised concerns about fuel prices, education resources and proposed public spending cuts. Protests took place in several French cities, with clashes reported in some locations as authorities imposed restrictions and deployed additional police.