EXPLORE
Colmar
DISCOVER THE SURROUNDINGS
Most beautiful streets of Colmar
Colmar has managed to retain the endearing and charming side of a country town, whilst now being the Capital of Central Alsace.
The city tells its visitors about more than a thousand years of European history.
Despite its eventful history, the old city still retains a homogeneity of its historic center which has been classified for many years as a "Protected Sector".
Visitors can admire the many riches of a varied heritage: the Maison Pfister, the Maison des Têtes, the Dominican Church which carefully houses the "Virgin of the Rose Bush", the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, etc.
And there are so many beautiful things to see in Colmar that we would never finish! From Little Venice to the Covered Market, you will soon discover that every street in Colmar has surprises in store for you. On your marks, get set, walk!
ENJOY
Wines from the Alsatian terroir
The cooperative spirit germinated less quickly in Pfaffenheim than in other wine villages. But a fierce will to succeed animated many old-timers who worked to achieve their goal and end up with the wine cellar in their village.
The official creation of the cellar was possible in 1957.
Since then, the Cave de Pfaffenheim has been one of the institutions close to Colmar in terms of Alsatian grape varieties: Riesling, Grands Crus, Gewurtztraminer, the imprint of the terroir is brilliantly illustrated through the wines that are born here.
Whether you come alone, with family, friends or in groups, the Cave offers tasting sessions all year round and, if you wish, a guided tour of the cellars.
The cellar is open every day of the year
(Sundays and public holidays included) except December 25 and January 1.)
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The villages of the Wine Route
Colmar is a great base for exploring the Alsace wine region, which is famous for its white wines.
Besides delicious Rieslings, you will also find Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris wines, Pinot Noir rosés and a local sparkling wine called Crémant d'Alsace.
The closest town to Colmar is Eguisheim, which is only 7 km away by bike and is renowned for its beauty and wine.
There are many wine bars and shops in Colmar where you can taste the region's wines, but if you want to know more, you can also take the Alsace wine route.
The complete route covers over 170 km and has hundreds of vineyards and wine producers that you can visit.
You can even try a Segway tour of the vineyard for the most daring among you!
ADMIRE
The Retable d'Issenheim
Housed in a former Dominican convent founded in 1252, the Unterlinden Museum presents a remarkable collection of sculptures and paintings from the late Middle Ages and the Renaissance.
The Gothic cloister, built from 1280 to 1289, is considered to be the most complete in Alsace. This museum, located in the city center of Colmar, has a rich cultural identity.
It contains one of the masterpieces of Western art: the Isenheim Altarpiece, an impressive polyptych sculpted by Nicolas de Haguenau around 1510 and painted by Mathias Grünewald from 1512 to 1516.
This ensemble is considered a major piece in the world history of Art. A remarkable place not to be missed!
DINNER
At a starred chef's
In the heart of Colmar, accessible from the Champ de Mars park, the JY'S restaurant catches the eye with its large bay window and its soft, contemporary atmosphere with plant touches synonymous with an exceptional moment.
The menu is signed by Chef Jean-Yves Schillinger, who earned his stripes in the American White House.
Lovers of fine foods, this place invites you to share a unique gastronomic experience through cosmopolitan cuisine combining local products with flavors from around the world.
2 star restaurant JY's, by prior reservation.
