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7 hours
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In this small-group full day tour, you will visit traditional Christmas markets in Colmar and in one other Alsace village.
Strasbourg hosted in 1570 the very first edition of one of the oldest Christmas markets in Europe and has continued, since then, the tradition of Alsatian Christmas. However, Colmar and other Alsatian villages have also developed their own warm and generous Christmas Markets tradition, with their little wooden huts, Christmas lights and festivities. Experience the true Christmas spirit and open all your senses to delicious fragrances, delightful craft goods and lights along your way. Those markets will amaze you with their surprising and mouthwatering discoveries.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
A maximum of 8 people per booking
Tour is operated in English unless otherwise stated
Tour requires a minimum of 2 people to operate
Children under 4 years old are not allowed on the tour
Please note that the Child's seats are available upon request, please inform us at the moment of the booking (number and age of the children)
Pets are not allowed on the tour
Christmas market visit depending on crowds
All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.
Travel in late-model, comfortable, fully-equipped minivans
Visit of Christmas markets (Colmar and one other village)
English-speaking driver and guide
Personal insurance and expenses
Meals & drinks
Gratuities
Entrance fees to monuments, museums, attractions unless mentioned
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Grand Rue De Colmar
This morning depart from Strasbourg and head towards Colmar. Visit the famous markets of the city.
Vieille ville d'Eguisheim
The afternoon program will depend on the date of your tour. Eguisheim or Bergheim (Christmas Cribs tour) villages host a market every single day.
41 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
mitJ6300SL,
Jul 15, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
Absolutely wonderful, a fabulous experience, visiting villages that seem to have come out of a story. It is worth doing this route without question.
Alice T,
Dec 22, 2024
- Review from Viator
Our guide Thierry shared many stories and history about the Alsace region. He drove us to colmar first where he took us through the town and gave us 1.5 hrs to explore. Colmar was every bit as charming and storybook like you would imagine. Then we made a pit stop on some scenic route to view the valley and wine country. Did a small pit stop at turkheim, which was a bit underwhelming. Most things were closed and few stalls in a very small area. Lastly we drove to obernai Christmas market which was a little gem and we truly loved the whole experience. Overall, it was nice to be dropped off and picked up and not have to worry about figuring out transportation and where to go.
Ingrid K,
Dec 21, 2024
- Review from Viator
Kaysersberg was a truly magical place! Magalie, our guide was fun and knowledgeable. The countryside we saw driving to the markets was lovely,
Cynthia H,
Dec 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
Very enjoyable one day trip to visit smaller Christmas markets in Alsace, outside of the main and larger Strasbourg one. You will always visit Colmar (which is really nice) but for the other one or two markets, each trip is different as some markets only open on weekends and others are all week long. The more you can walk (on cobblestone), the more you will see. But you can see plenty regardless. The tour guide Magalie (Maggie) was extremely helpful. The only downside of the day trip is not seeing the lights up at night...
Robert S,
Dec 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
The perfect experience for Christmas markets seeing the markets in the small villages around Strasbourg.
Nicholas C,
Dec 11, 2024
- Review from Viator
Getting a chance to see Colmar and Selestat was a great experience. It was a such a homely and quaint environment in both towns and the genuine passion for Christmas is addicting. Both towns were so idyllic and it was great seeing in person.
ANN B,
Dec 10, 2024
- Review from Viator
So we went to two markets today and I was really disappointed with Colmar, but I was blown away by Ricquweir! It was charming. It was medieval. There was so much shopping to do. It was amazing. Met a nice group of women and Our tour guide was great.
Edgar H,
Dec 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
Visiting the Christmas markets in Alsace (Colmar & Riquewhir) was really spectacular. Everything went as planned. My only comment is that I expected a brief tour of the city of Colmar and Riquewhir before going to the markets.
Pamela O,
Dec 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
Our guide chose the perfect markets outside of Strasbourg to visit. I han't even heard of the little town/market we ended our day, and I'm quite sure it will be my favorite Xmas market of all visited while in Europe.
Beatriz M,
Nov 30, 2024
- Review from Viator
We wanted to visit for the first time a Christmas market. We thought a local that could guide us was a great idea. We started in Colmar and we were given 1.5 to visit. We felt rushed since we found it to be a place we could spend time. We were taken for 3 hours to another town that turned out to be a complete waste of time and was not listed on the tour description. We would’ve been better off renting a car. This tour wasn’t worth our money or time.
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