Discover Colmar in France

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Colmar, the most Alsatian city in Alsace!

You will be easily tempted by this enchanting "country town".

Nestled among vineyards, its traditional houses, canals, floral displays, amazing cuisine, famous wines and charming accommodation make Colmar an outstanding microcosm of Alsace – showcasing its lifestyle, conviviality and hospitality – the key features of its unique, exceptional welcome.

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Most welcoming holiday destinations in France 2017 and 2018

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In the list of 12 real places that seem to come out of a fairy tale since 2014

Stroll through Colmar's vast pedestrianized zone, a listed "protected sector", enjoy its rich perfectly preserved religious and secular heritage, taking you from the Middle Ages to the 18th century: from "Little Venice" which has become the "must" venue for photographers the world over, to the Tanners district recognisable by its grand white-fronted houses.

Heritage

Don't miss its majestic "CollĂŠgiale" St Martin's Church with its astonishing Gothic architectural details and colours.

Fishermens Quay (quai de la Poissonnerie)

Famous for its halftimbered houses, Colmar's remarkable merchants' homes also do not fail to impress.

Famous among them is the Adolf house, the oldest in Colmar, and the Pfister house dating from the 16th century with its ornate angelled oriel, richly painted murals and long wooden gallery. And don't miss the majestic House of Heads built in the 17th century in German Renaissance style, decorated with 111 masks and a magnificent 3-storey oriel.

All of them contributing to the uniqueness of Colmar.

Pfister house

House of Heads

Follow the guide!

The most curious will opt for a guided walking tour. Choose from "old town" or theme-based tours: "byways" to stay off the beaten path wherever the whim takes you, or exploring 15th to 20th century "landmarks", or the "fairylights" tour to enjoy the town's heritage as a sublime night-time experience.

Tours

And during all our events, don't miss the "Spring" and "Christmas Magic" tours.

The KoĂŻfhus

To round off your discovery, try a flat-bottomed boat ride, the traditional means of transport for local market gardeners. You will learn more about the activities carried on in the famous "Little Venice" district and the Fishermens Quay.

For a general tour of the city you can hop on the "Petit Train" that takes you past Colmar's unusual train station, courthouse, and water tower. For a fun family tour, ask for the "Cigo-Tour" or just follow the tourism guide, both available from the Tourist Office.

Boat trip in the district of Little Venice

Museums

The new Unterlinden Museum building by Herzog & de Meuron architects

Unterlinden museum

The Tetrascopique - Jean Dubuffet

The Isenheim Altarpiece

A symbol of renewed ambition, the contemporary wing of Unterlinden Museum designed by Herzog & De Meuron is the new showcase for a collection of modern art representing the major artists of the 20th century such as Dubuffet, Picasso, De StaĂŤl, Soulages and Dix. It also exhibits temporary collections. An extensive collection of Rhine art is displayed in the 13th century convent, the Isenheim Altarpiece being its masterpiece displayed in its chapel.

The tour spans some 7,000 years of history, from prehistoric times to the 20th century.

Les Dominicains de Colmar scheduled to open in 2019

A new cultural venue will see light of day in 2019, dedicated to spreading understanding of the written word and pictures. It will feature exceptional collections dating from the Middle Ages to today, which Colmar has inherited.

Museums

Dominican Church and the Madonna with the Rose Bush by M. Schongauer

Toy museum

In the footsteps of Auguste Bartholdi in Colmar

Drop into the Bartholdi museum, in the home town of the father of the Statue of Liberty lighting the world and discover the many works throughout the town centre.

The toy museum has 19th and 20th century collections including puppets,mechanical toys and electric trains that will take adults back to their childhood and will enchant kids.

Get lost among the local fauna in the natural history and ethnolographical museum and discover the hectic life of Jean-Jacques Waltz at the Hansi museum which houses a large collection of the famous illustrator's work.

The Dominicans of Colmar will be a heritage site listed as a Historical Monument, a library, a place for preserving and presenting a collection of some of the oldest and most precious Rhinish works, a museum using the latest technology, a venue for temporary exhibitions, and a European centre for study and research.

Natural history and ethnolographical museum

Hansi Museum

Lifestyle

Colmar will also delight you with the quality of its shops and boutiques that will allow you bring a small part of Alsace back with you in your luggage!

In the outdoor market, a score of local merchants offer local delicacies, while in every street of the historic centre you will find shops upon shops offering "made in Alsace" products: table accents, textiles, déco, accessories, soft furnishings...

Bargain hunters won't miss out on Friday specials and the many antique shops in the town.

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Flammenkuche

Colmar, the wine capital of Alsace,will charm you with its local delicacies and its iconic wines.

Riesling, Muscat, Gewürztraminer, to name but a few, go with sauerkraut, pflammenkuchen/tartes flambées, munster, kugelhopf, and other gourmet specialties in traditional restaurants called Winstubs.

Don't miss the chance to delight your taste buds in one of our Michelin-starred restaurants and stop into one of our independent vintners in the town centre or one of the region's many wine growers who will open their doors to share their passion for vines and wine.

The Fer Rouge

Kougelhops

Kougelpfs

As the gateway to Switzerland and Germany, Colmar Wine Country is the Capital of Alsace Wines and a unique tourist destination in the heart of the Alsace wine growing region.With vastly contrasting terrain, from plains to slopes and mountains, it boasts 37 wine-growing communities and 30 Grands Crus.

Our flexible organisation can meet any range of requirements. With charming accommodation, atypical wine-growing villages and centuries-old cellars, traditional and starred restaurants, museums, tourist sites and activities, not to mention the many festive events that guarantee you an unforgettable stay!

Alsace Wines

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Don't miss the summer-season wine festivals that bring locals and tourists together to share exceptional convivial moments tasting Alsace wine, tartes flambées, and enjoying local folk music.

A great opportunity to sample an Alsace vintage such as a light, delicate Pinot Blanc combining freshness and depth, or a dry, sharp Riesling with a wonderful bouquet. A robust, richly aromatic Corsican Gewürztraminer, or a red or rosé typically fruity Pinot Noir with hints of cherry.

Wine-grower fest of Eguisheim

Vineyard of Alsace

Colmar Spring Festival Late March early April

Events

At an event marking the start of the season, stroll happily through springtime markets between street entertainments and themed sales/exhibitions offering amazing local springtime products in a bucolic setting.

The floral displays and many farm animals in the town will delight families coming to enjoy the charms of Colmar. Music lovers can end the day with jazz or classical concerts – light, festive programming perfectly in tune with the spirit of the new season!

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Colmar International Festival Cited by the New York Times since 1994 as among the 10 best festivals in Europe, this event held in the first two weeks of July brings together the top artists and rising stars of the international classic scene. In three series of concerts, it brilliantly combines music and pantomime.

First two weeks of July

Enjoy intimate learning sessions at the KoĂŻfhus, delicate chamber music in St Peter's Chapel, and concerts with philharmonic orchestras led by the greatest conductors and featuring the most remarkable soloists in St Matthews Church.

St Peter's Chapel

Matthews Church

Wine Fair

Events Late July early August

Outdoors theater of the Exhibition Park

Every year, Colmar Exhibition Park welcomes some 300,000 Alsace-wine lovers and professionals coming together to sample the best Alsace vintages in a festive environment like no other.

The election of the Alsace Wine Queen serves as the focus for an immense trade fair, agricultural park, local Colmar cabaret, burlesque shows and even dedicated spaces for kids.

All crowned by an eponymo us festival that has attracted numerous internationally famous artists such as Johnny Halliday, Indochine, James Brown, David Guetta, Marilyn Manson, Snoop Dogg and many others...

The Magic of Christmas Its magical decor and natural warmth give Colmar a Christmas atmosphere like no other.

Maintaining its cherished traditions, the five intimate and convivial Christmas markets invite you to sample our festive delicacies and vin chaud, find original gifts and discover superb ideas for decorations!

Lots of entertainment is on offer: Christmas carols, an 800 m² skating rink, a theme-based guided tour, shows and exhibits... not to forget Santa's huge letterbox at the kids' market and the Christmas Grottos.

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Rue des Marchands

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Hohlandsbourg castle

An exceptional tourist destination in the very heart of Alsace, Colmar is an ideal jumping-off point for exploring the picturesque towns and villages of the winegrowing region, the many châteaux such as Haut-Koenigsbourg and Hohlandsbourg, and its many historic and memorial sites.

A land of contrasts between the Vosges mountains, winegrowing slopes and plains, it offers a vast pallet of varied landscapes and activities every season of the year.

It is also ideal for outdoor sports, hiking, trail biking, horse-riding, swimming, winter sports... to top off its rich cultural attractions.

Lac Blanc

Eguisheim

Turckheim

Découvrez les nombreux parcs et jardins remarquables de la région : Les parcs de Wesserling, Schoppenwihr, Murbach ou des Trois Epis ainsi que nos parcs à thème et parcs animaliers comme la Montagne des Singes, la Volerie des aigles, ou le Centre de réintroduction des cigognes. Visitez l’Écomusée d’Alsace qui vous présente un véritable village du début du 20e siècle ou le Parc du Petit Prince qui vous offre une pléiade d’activités ludiques et vous fait prendre de la hauteur à bord de ses ballons pour une vue à 360°. Pour les amateurs d’attractions à sensation, rendez-vous à Europa-Park en Allemagne à 40 km de Colmar, qui a été primé meilleur parc d’Europe !

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Monkey Mountain

Little Prince Theme Park

Alsace Ecomuseum

Europa-Park

The Eagle Show

The stronghold of Neuf-Brisach (UNESCO World Heritage)

Contact

Colmar and it's region Tourist Office Place Unterlinden 68000 COLMAR +33(0) 3 89 20 68 92 info@tourisme-colmar.com

Book your stay

booking@tourisme-colmar.com +33(0) 3 89 20 69 09

Crédits photos : Adobe Stock, Bernard Fruhinsholz, O.Zimmermann, Grecaud Paul, Sylvie Vogt, Studio A.Linder, Volerie des aigles, la Montagne des singes, Europa Park, Le Fer Rouge, l'Office de Tourisme de la Vallée de Kaysersberg, l'Office du Tourisme d'Eguisheim et l’Office de Tourisme de Colmar.

Conception graphique et mise en page : Office de Tourisme de Colmar.

www.tourisme-colmar.com