You will depart Strasbourg for a day spent exploring Colmar. Enjoy the pastel facades and picturesque canals, and spend time learning more about the city’s cultural and religious heritage. Then, meet your driver nearby for an easy return trip back to your starting point.
Your professional driver will meet you at your door in Strasbourg and transport you to Colmar, allowing you to explore this charming city in your own time before returning you to your accommodation.
Step into fairytale perfection in Colmar, and enjoy a pastel-hued day and exceptional wine.
In Colmar, head to La Petite Venise to stroll around amidst picturesque canals and pastel colored homes. Then, visit the Old Town to see the Rue des Marchands and the bustling Place de l’Ancienne Douane. The Rue de Tetes is a popular spot for photos, as this “House of Heads” boasts an ornate facade. Be sure to stop in the Unterlinden Museum, which houses the famous Isenheim Altarpiece. Travelers also enjoy the covered market and the quiet majesty of the Place de la Cathedrale. While in the city, visitors should sample Tarte Flambee, a thin, crispy Alsatian-style pizza.
Alsace Wine Route (途经)
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This journey passes through the Alsace Wine Route, so travelers can enjoy passing through an array of charming villages and hillside vineyards.
Yes, boat tours operate through the canals of La Petite Venise during warmer months, offering a unique perspective of the colorful houses and bridges. These short tours provide excellent photo opportunities and a relaxing way to experience Colmar's most picturesque district (separate from Daytrip's services).
The direct drive from Strasbourg to Colmar takes approximately 57 minutes covering 74 kilometers (46 miles). The route follows the A35 highway and offers beautiful views of the Alsatian countryside and vineyards along the way.
A full day trip typically allows 6 hours of exploration time in Colmar. This provides sufficient time to visit the main attractions, enjoy a leisurely lunch at a local restaurant, browse the shops, and experience the authentic atmosphere of this medieval town.
Colmar is extremely family-friendly with pedestrian-friendly cobblestone streets, beautiful architecture that captivates all ages, and plenty of outdoor spaces. The covered market offers local treats, and boat tours through La Petite Venise provide a fun activity for children.
Colmar's Old Town features the enchanting La Petite Venise district with its colorful canals and medieval houses. Key attractions include Rue des Marchands, Place de l'Ancienne Douane, the ornate House of Heads (Rue de Tetes), and the tranquil Place de la Cathedrale.
The Unterlinden Museum is Colmar's premier cultural attraction, housed in a former 13th-century convent. It's world-famous for displaying the Isenheim Altarpiece by Matthias Grunewald, considered one of the greatest masterpieces of German Renaissance art.
Sample traditional Alsatian cuisine including Tarte Flambee, Choucroute (sauerkraut with meats), and local wines like Riesling and Gewurztraminer. Many restaurants offer outdoor seating with views of the historic architecture, enhancing the dining experience.
Colmar showcases perfectly preserved medieval and Renaissance architecture with its distinctive half-timbered houses painted in vibrant colors. The mix of German and French architectural influences reflects the region's unique cultural heritage and creates the town's fairytale-like appearance.
Day trips offer travelers private round-trip transportation to popular sightseeing locations. One of our professional drivers will pick you up in a luxurious, climate-controlled car, take you to the site of interest, and wait for you while you explore before driving you back to your hotel.
Yes! You’re free to choose the pickup and drop-off times that work best for you. However, the time spent at the destination is fixed and cannot be changed.
Each sightseeing stop has a recommended duration that includes plenty of time to explore. However, it is possible to customize the time spent at each sightseeing stop at a later stage in the booking process to best fit your unique schedule.
Your Daytrip driver will wait for you nearby for the duration of your exploration, meaning you’ll never have to wait for your return trip transportation to arrive. Your comfort and convenience are our top priorities, and we aim to close out your day trip with a return on your schedule.
The price of a day trip does not include any entrance tickets, guided tours, or meals you may partake in at your destination. The price covers round-trip transportation in a luxury vehicle with a professional driver who can provide local insights en route.
Day trip bookings can be canceled up to 24 hours before your trip for a full refund, no strings attached. While the destination and stops are predetermined, it is possible to change your pick-up point, whether it is at your hotel or some other location within the city.