Colmar Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Colmar showing flowers, heritage elements and a garden
A rich architectural heritage, a well-preserved old town and stunning collections of religious art bring visitors to this beautiful town in northeastern France.

With canals, medieval houses and ancient churches, Colmar's picturesque charms enthral immediately. Behind the walls of some of the old buildings are collections of important artworks by leading figures from the town's art history. Come for art, architecture and a fabulous light show on the weekends. 

Wander through the delightful medieval old town with its narrow cobbled streets lined with half-timber houses from the 15th and 16th centuries. Enjoy a coffee on a café terrace overlooking one of the canals that passes through the Little Venice neighbourhood.

One of Colmar's most famous sons is Frederic Bartholdi, the sculptor who created the Statue of Liberty, a gift from France to the USA on its 100th birthday. Learn about the creation of Lady Liberty and examine many of Bartholdi's sculptures at the Bartholdi Museum. Some of his statues can also be seen around town.

Another leading artist and Colmar native was Martin Schongauer. See his beautiful 15th-century painting Madonna in the Rose Garden inside the Dominican Church. While you are in this gothic building, admire the stained glass windows that date back to the 14th century. Then go to Saint Martin Cathedral, which is home to many gothic and renaissance sculptures.

To see more religious art, visit Unterlinden Museum, a former convent that houses a wonderful collection of medieval and renaissance paintings. One of its most important works is the Isenheim Altarpiece. If there are children in your party who don’t share your fascination with religious art, treat them to a visit to the Toy Museum. The collections feature toys and games from the 19th century to the present day.

On Friday and Saturday nights, be sure to see the light show, when the buildings and canals are illuminated by different colored lights.

Colmar is situated on the far eastern corner of France, near the German border. Arrive by train from many major cities in France. Once in the town, get around on foot, ride on a gondola and take the tourist train through the streets.

Colmar is a fabulous destination for its art, canals and medieval architecture.

Where to stay in Colmar

Colmar featuring signage

Colmar Centre Ville

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

Colmar Centre Ville is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Collegiale St-Martin and Colmar Christmas Market.

Colmar Centre Ville
Colmar featuring signage

Old Town Colmar

Unique features of Old Town Colmar include the historical sites and coffee shops. Make a stop by Collegiale St-Martin or Colmar Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.

Old Town Colmar

Quartier Saint-Léon

4/5(1 area review)

Quartier Saint-Léon might not have many top sights, but Colmar Expo and Unterlinden Museum are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Quartier Saint-Léon
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Saint Joseph/Mittelharth

Saint Joseph/Mittelharth might not have many top sights, but Unterlinden Museum and House of the Heads are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Saint Joseph/Mittelharth
Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
4 out of 5
15 Avenue d Alsace, Angle rue Grillenbreit, Colmar, Haut-Rhin
The price is ₹6,807 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
₹6,807
per night
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Colmar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (807 reviews)
"Very convinient"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
Grand Hotel Bristol
Grand Hotel Bristol
4 out of 5
7 Place de la Gare, Colmar, Haut-Rhin
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The price is ₹9,572 per night from 7 Apr to 8 Apr
₹9,572
per night
7 Apr - 8 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Colmar. Enjoy free WiFi, room service and a steam room. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (993 reviews)
"It was a bit hard to find initially as the signage was high up and couldn’t see from the car. Once inside, lovely and food very good."

Reviewed on 2 Feb 2024

Grand Hotel Bristol
Colmar Hotel
Colmar Hotel
3 out of 5
14 Route de ROUFFACH, Colmar, Haut Rhin
The price is ₹10,227 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
₹10,227
per night
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Colmar. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (998 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff, comfortable beds, and generous breakfast in a hotel close to the station. Would be happy to return for a longer stay."

Reviewed on 11 Mar 2024

Colmar Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Résidence Les Rives de la Fecht
Résidence Les Rives de la Fecht
4 out of 5
18 Quai De La Fecht, Ingersheim
Stay at this 4-star spa residence in Ingersheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Colmar Christmas Market and Little ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (782 reviews)
"This was a clean safe place to stay. The sofa bed however required a mattress to sleep on. It was very thin."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2023

Résidence Les Rives de la Fecht
Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
Odalys City Colmar La Rose d'Argent
4 out of 5
15 Avenue d Alsace, Angle rue Grillenbreit, Colmar, Haut-Rhin
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Colmar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (807 reviews)
"Very convinient"

Reviewed on 17 Mar 2024

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Pierre & Vacances Residence La Petite Venise
Pierre & Vacances Residence La Petite Venise
3 out of 5
11 avenue Joffre, Colmar
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly residence in Colmar. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Popular attractions Little Venice and Colmar Christmas ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (504 reviews)
Great Colmar
"We had a lovely stay. The staff were very helpful and friendly. The place is very well placed between the railway station and Petite Venise. It is comfortable and spacious. The only thing we would say is that the internet speed is slow."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2023

Pierre & Vacances Residence La Petite Venise
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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Sep 2019

Colmar is a beautiful town to visit.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
2 Sep 2019

A beautiful historic town which is stunning. Pretty walkable with some great shops and restaurants

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
12 Aug 2019

Lovely City

5/5 - Excellent

Marlow
4 Jul 2019

The most beautiful town I’ve ever been to

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
30 Jun 2019

Church bells all night might disturb some!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
17 Jun 2019

Not to be missed. Dinner at Caveau St. Pierre on the canal. Make reservations to make sure you enjoy dinner with a view.

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