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Colmar Private Walking Tour: History, Culture & Sights
Walking Tours
Discover the quaint charm of Colmar on a private walking tour that immerses you in the town's rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning sights. You'll marvel at the Renaissance beauty of Maison des Tetes and stroll through the enchanting Little Venice quarter, where vibrant canals and half-timbered houses await.
As you admire the intricate stained glass of Saint Martin's Church, your licensed guide will share captivating stories about Colmar's role on the Alsace Wine Route. With a tailored experience just for your group, you'll get an insider's view of this picturesque destination.
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Why you’ll love this tour
- Capture photos at the iconic Unterlinden Museum
- Explore medieval half-timbered houses and winding canals
- Admire the stunning stained glass at Saint Martin's Church
- Wander through the enchanting Little Venice quarter
- Marvel at the Renaissance Maison des Tetes
Your day at a glance
Discover Colmar, Jewel of AlsaceColmar is one of the most attractive towns in Alsace, set in eastern France in a historic border region between France and Germany. The city is renowned for its beautifully preserved old town, remarkable architecture, and museums such as the Unterlinden Museum, home to the famous Isenheim Altarpiece. It is also a key gateway to the Alsace Wine Route, making it an ideal ...
Discover Colmar, Jewel of Alsace
Colmar is one of the most attractive towns in Alsace, set in eastern France in a historic border region between France and Germany. The city is renowned for its beautifully preserved old town, remarkable architecture, and museums such as the Unterlinden Museum, home to the famous Isenheim Altarpiece. It is also a key gateway to the Alsace Wine Route, making it an ideal base for combining cultural visits with vineyard experiences.
Highlights of Colmar’s Historic Center
Despite its compact size, Colmar offers a wealth of heritage in its historic center. Stroll along Grand Rue, Quai de la Poissonnerie, and through the area around Saint Martin’s Church, where colorful medieval half‑timbered houses line narrow streets. The town’s canals, elegant façades, and landmarks like the Maison des Têtes give Colmar a distinctive, storybook charm.
Guided Walking Tour with a Licensed Guide
Enjoy a 2-hour private walking tour led by an expert, English-speaking licensed guide. Your guide meets you at your hotel or at the Colmar Tourist Office and escorts you into the heart of the old town. Along the way, you discover how Colmar’s architecture, religious heritage, and wine traditions have shaped the city over the centuries.
Maison des Têtes and Little VeniceYour route typically includes the famous Maison des Têtes, an outstanding German Renaissance building adorned with sculpted heads. You also explore the picturesque Little Venice district, where traditional half‑timbered houses and flower-lined balconies overlook the Lauch River, offering some of the most photogenic views in Colmar.
Koifhus and Pfister House
The tour continues past the Koifhus, the former customs house located at the crossroads of Grand Rue and Rue des Marchands, once a key meeting place for the deputies of the Décapole, a federation of ten imperial cities in Alsace. Nearby stands the Pfister House, considered the first true Renaissance building in Colmar, with its corner oriel, covered galleries, octagonal turret, and mural paintings that mark the transition from medieval to Renaissance style.
Saint Martin Church and Gothic Heritage
You then visit Saint Martin Church, built between 1235 and 1365 and a fine example of local Gothic architecture. For many years, the people of Colmar regarded this imposing church as their cathedral (Münster), and it officially served as one for a brief period. Its stonework, stained glass, and imposing silhouette make it one of the city’s key religious monuments.
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Pickup and Introduction
Meet your licensed guide at your hotel in Colmar or at the Colmar Tourist Office, then walk together into the historic old town for an introduction to the city’s history and layout.Meet your licensed guide at your hotel in Colmar or at the Colmar Tourist Office, then walk together into the historic old town for an introduction to the city’s history and layout.Read moreRead less -
Colorful Old Town Streets
Begin along Grand Rue and nearby side streets, where rows of colorful half‑timbered houses and cobblestone lanes set the scene for Colmar’s distinctive Alsatian charm.Begin along Grand Rue and nearby side streets, where rows of colorful half‑timbered houses and cobblestone lanes set the scene for Colmar’s distinctive Alsatian charm.Read moreRead less -
Historic Squares and Fountain Area
Continue to one of Colmar’s central squares, lined with cafés, traditional houses, and a historic fountain, as your guide explains the town’s role as a former trading and administrative center.Continue to one of Colmar’s central squares, lined with cafés, traditional houses, and a historic fountain, as your guide explains the town’s role as a former trading and administrative center.Read moreRead less -
Little Venice District
Stroll into Little Venice, the picturesque canal district where flowers, bridges, and boats frame some of the city’s most famous postcard views along the Lauch River.Stroll into Little Venice, the picturesque canal district where flowers, bridges, and boats frame some of the city’s most famous postcard views along the Lauch River.Read moreRead less -
Koifhus and Pfister House
Walk past the Koifhus (Old Customs House) and the Pfister House, learning how trade, the Décapole, and Renaissance architecture shaped Colmar’s prosperity and appearance.Walk past the Koifhus (Old Customs House) and the Pfister House, learning how trade, the Décapole, and Renaissance architecture shaped Colmar’s prosperity and appearance.Read moreRead less -
Saint Martin Church
Visit the exterior (and interior when possible) of Saint Martin Church, a fine example of Gothic architecture, while your guide highlights key features, stories, and symbols.Visit the exterior (and interior when possible) of Saint Martin Church, a fine example of Gothic architecture, while your guide highlights key features, stories, and symbols.Read moreRead less -
End of Tour and Local Tips
Finish the tour back in the historic center, where your guide shares recommendations for restaurants, wine bars, museums, and shops, so you can continue exploring Colmar at your own pace.Finish the tour back in the historic center, where your guide shares recommendations for restaurants, wine bars, museums, and shops, so you can continue exploring Colmar at your own pace.Read moreRead less
Informations
Languages spoken
English
Know before you book
2 participants minimumTotal price | 3 participantsPrice per person | 4 participantsPrice per person | 5 participantsPrice per person | 6 participantsPrice per person | 7 participantsPrice per person | 8 participantsPrice per person |
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| Adult: 310€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 105€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 80€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 60€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 50€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 45€ Child: 0€ | Adult: 40€ Child: 0€ |
Included
- Licensed English-speaking local guide
- Private 2-hour walking tour
- Departure from hotel or Colmar Tourist Office
Excluded
- Entrance tickets to Unterlinden Museum
- Meals, drinks (lunch)
Meeting point
, Colmar
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Departure
We will come and pick you up at your accommodation in Colmar or at a dedicated meeting point to be confirmed at time of booking.
Return
Colmar city centre.
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Federica_Z 21, Jul 2021 Great tour guide. I think her name is Florence. She was helpful, smart and I loved how passionate she5
is about the Alsatian culture. She could perfectly speak English, Italian and Spanish (above French)
and she shared her knowledge in a very interesting way. Warmly recommended!
Quick answers
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Are meals included during the tour?
No, meals and drinks are not included in the tour package -
Is this tour suitable for first-time visitors?
Yes, it is ideal for both first-time visitors and those returning to Colmar who wish to gain a deeper understanding of the city -
What sights will I see on the tour?
The tour typically includes the Maison des Têtes, Little Venice, Saint Martin Church, and other notable historic sites in Colmar -
How many people can participate in a private tour?
The tour can accommodate any group size starting from 2 up to larger groups -
What should I wear for the walking tour?
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended, as most of the tour is on cobblestones and narrow streets -
What if I need to cancel my tour?
Cancellations are fully refundable up to 72 hours before the activity, but less than 72 hours or no-shows will not receive a refund -
Is there a specific departure point for the tour?
The departure point is either your Colmar hotel or the Colmar Tourist Office, as confirmed at booking -
Can I add a visit to the Unterlinden Museum?
Yes, you can add a visit to the Unterlinden Museum, but it requires an additional hour and a half, and tickets are extra -
How long does the walking tour last?
The walking tour lasts for 2 hours, providing an in-depth experience of Colmar's historic center -
What is included in the Colmar Private Walking Tour?
The tour includes a licensed English-speaking local guide and a private 2-hour walking tour departing from your hotel or the Colmar Tourist Office
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