What to see, what to do
à Colmar

Travel guide Colmar

Colmar, one of the pearls of Alsace, seduces visitors with its charm, canals and rich history.
Colmar is a medieval town that has managed to preserve its heritage. It is famous for its Christmas market and its Unterlinden museum.
Land at Strasbourg airport and take the train or a taxi to Colmar, which is about an hour's drive away.

Accommodation

Colmar propose une gamme variée d’hébergements, allant des hôtels de luxe aux gîtes ruraux.

Gastronomy

Choucroute, tarte flambée, vins d’Alsace

What is there to see? What to do?

La Petite Venise, the Musée Unterlinden, the Maison des Têtes
City centre, Maraîchers district, Krutenau district
Champ de Mars Park, boat trip through the canals
Champ de Mars Park, Toy Museum
Busy museum in summer, Christmas market in December

Activities

Shopping

Rue des Clefs for boutiques, covered market for local produce

Nightlife

The town is fairly quiet at night, but there are a few bars and taverns offering a friendly atmosphere.

Did you know?

Colmar est la capitale des vins d’Alsace.
La ville est souvent surnommée la Petite Venise d’Alsace.
It is the birthplace of the creator of the Statue of Liberty, Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi.
Le musée Unterlinden abrite le retable d’Issenheim, une œuvre d’art célèbre.
The Maison des Têtes is a historic building adorned with 106 sculpted heads.
Tips and tricks
It's often quicker to explore the centre on foot.
Try the local wines in a wine cellar.
Visit the Christmas market for a magical experience.
Take the Colmar City Pass for discounts at museums and on public transport.
Smiling man, traditional architecture in the background.
Hi, I'm Jean, a 43-year-old DiamsTrotter who has always been fascinated by the beauty and diversity of France, and Colmar in particular.
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