Top Colmar Historical Tours

Located on the German border, the Alsace region is famed for its scenic vineyards and medieval villages. On this tour from Colmar, benefit from a small group size as you follow the Alsatian Wine Route, stopping to sample Alsace wines at a local wine cave (own expense), and visit the "Four Wonders of the Alsace"—the picturesque villages of Eguisheim, Kaysersberg, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr.

Discover the enchanting town of Colmar through this extensive self-guided walking tour (available in English, French, German, Spanish, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Portuguese and Italian) with a mobile app. You'll explore fairytale-like streets adorned with colorful half-timbered houses, historic churches, and statues—all in one tour. Visit the Maison Alsacienne de Biscuiterie in a 16th-century building to savor traditional bredele cookies. Marvel at the Koifhus, the Old Customs House blending Gothic and Renaissance styles. Admire Bartholdi's masterpieces like the Schwendi Fountain and the Fountain of Admiral Bruat. Wander through the picturesque Fishmonger's District and Little Venice, offering the ultimate photo opportunities. Experience the lively atmosphere of the Covered Market, sampling Alsatian delicacies and finding unique souvenirs. Conclude at Champ de Mars park, home to Europe's largest wooden horse carousel . Navigate without internet using our app and enjoy at your own pace.

The Alsace region is one of the most picturesque in France, with its medieval villages, winding rivers, and sweeping vineyards. On this half-day tour, enjoy a more personalized experience traveling in a small group, as you drive along the Alsace Wine Route and visit the villages of Kayserberg, Hunawihr, and Riquewihr.

This experience combines two ways of discovering Colmar in one seamless visit. Start with a guided walk through the Old Town led by a local expert who brings the city’s history, architecture, and legends to life as you explore its charming streets and famous landmarks. Then see the city from a completely different perspective on a 25-minute canal cruise through Petite Venise, aboard a traditional flat-bottomed Alsatian barque. With multilingual commentary on board, you’ll learn more about Colmar while gliding past picturesque houses and quiet waterways. The tour is designed for comfort and convenience, with space for strollers and even companion pets welcome on the cruise.

The Best Way to Discover Colmar: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour Play, learn, walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a glass of Alsatian wine or a museum visit and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems and beautiful spots revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations.What you will visit: St Martin's Church, Unterlinden Museum, Théâtre Municipal, St Martin's Church, Musée Bartholdi, Ancienne Douane, Église Saint-Matthieu, The Fishmonger District, La Petite Venise, Fontaine Roesselmann, and Parc du Champ de Mars.

Where else can you discover three countries in a single day? During this border-crossing ride through Germany, France, and Switzerland, you’ll discover some of the most picturesque locations in the region, from the Alsatian fortified village of Neuf-Brisach to the medieval Old Town of Basel. Get a peek at the famous Rhine River and discover under-the-radar shopping districts in a group capped at only 7 people.

A course made up of around thirty environments accessible to all, where the visitor becomes the actor of his visit. Self-service tastings. Virtual demonstration on a giant screen with 2 master chocolatiers. A photo terminal equipped with costumes to immortalize your passage. And much more !

Explore the city with your family or friends - let our app be your guide! Discover its buildings, history, legends and secrets. Play together! Take quizzes and observation challenges. Who'll get the best score? Your answers will unlock 6 surprises from the backpack, including local items and products selected in collaboration with Alsatian businesses and artisans! PRIZES PER GROUP! Share 1 pack containing 6 surprises. All group members can download the application. Totally FLEXIBLE: take a break when you feel like it, then continue exploring! Visit whenever you like! The pack can be picked up at the tourist office, open every day: Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm Sundays / holidays 10h-13h -Full historical tour -Audioguide -Map with GPS location -Offline mode You'll receive the app password by email and Whatsapp. A cultural, innovative and fun experience!

Discover the Highlights of the Alsace Wine Route in Comfort and Style Set off on an unforgettable journey along the Alsace Wine Route aboard a comfortable, air-conditioned vehicle. Your local driver-guide (and photographer, if you wish!) knows all the hidden gems and will share fascinating insights into the region’s history, architecture, and gastronomy. Over the course of three delightful hours, relax and let yourself be guided through the most beautiful villages around Colmar. From Eguisheim to Riquewihr and Kaysersberg, or through the finest Alsace wine cellars for tastings, you’ll be spoiled for choice with so many breathtaking stops along the way. Your private driver-guide-photographer will give you their full attention, ensuring a personalized, one-of-a-kind experience tailored to your interests and preferences.

Are you looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this self-guided activity is made for you! You’ll entertain your group with fun quizzes, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. With this activity, you will be guided through the following locations: Unterlinden Museum, Maison des Têtes, St. Martin's Church, Guardhouse, Adolph House, Pfister House, Schongauer House, Manneken-Pis, Koïfhus Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Explore the city and solve quizzes about the main monuments to gather as many points as possible. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided tour.

Take advantage of an experienced and conciliatory driver to drive you and drop you off at the various stops of the ride. Use your time as you see fit. Be curious, be greedy, be carefree and discover the jewels of Alsace. Manage your time and travel on your own at different stopover points. At the end of the allotted time your driver will position himself to pick you up and take you to the next stopover. The times defined for each stopover may be shortened or extended at the request of the passengers if the overall time of the service is not exceeded. Enjoy a tailor-made service whose passengers will not exceed 8 passengers per van. your cars and vans are comfortable.

Enjoy an active way to discover Alsace’s most picturesque villages and vineyards—and pair your excursion with a top-notch wine tasting—on this private bike tour. In the morning, meet your guide right outside Colmar, grab your bike, and set off on two wheels. You’ll discover picturesque villages like Eguisheim and Gueberschwihr, cycle past grand cru vineyards, and enjoy a tutored wine tasting.

Spend a day in the Alsace wine region on a small-group tour from Colmar. Drive along the Alsatian wine route, admiring the countryside scenery and traditional villages. You’ll stop at three wineries for guided wine tastings, meeting some of the owners and winemakers and learning about the different varietals produced in this region of France.

Explore the Alsatian wine route and learn about winemaking in the Alsace region on this half-day tour from Colmar. With a driver-guide, visit local wineries for two tastings, where you’ll discover the differences between grape varietals such as riesling, pinot gris and gewurztraminer. This small-group tour is limited to just eight people to provide a more intimate experience in the French countryside.

The Alsace town of Colmar is renowned for its UNESCO-listed Old Town with its candy-painted buildings, half-timbered houses, and flower-lined canals. With this walking tour, discover the historic landmarks and picturesque viewpoints of Colmar on a 2-hour walking tour, and learn all about the town’s fascinating history from your private guide.

There’s a lot to see in Alsace, so leave the itinerary to an expert with this private wine tour from Basel. Offering a half- or full-day trip with a personal touch, the experience is planned around you, but typically includes visits to a selection of family-owned wineries in the Alsace or Baden-Württemberg regions. You’ll learn about viticulture, have time for questions, and, of course, taste prestigious wine as you go.

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city. This activity is ideal for families or for travelers who want to explore the city at their own pace. No worries, the quizzes are easy: you’ll just need to observe your surroundings. Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible. With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations: Textile Museum, Square de la Bourse & Mulhouse Industrial Society, Town Hall & Klapperstein, Maison Mieg, Temple Saint-Etienne, M.U.R, and the Bollwerk & Europe towers. Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided tour and your city exploration activity.

See some of Alsace’s loveliest scenery and most picturesque villages: this private, full-day tour from Colmar makes exploring beyond city limits simple. Depart in the morning from your hotel, and travel in an air-conditioned minivan. You’ll visit the “four wonders of the Alsace”: Eguisheim, Kayserberg, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr—all postcard-perfect medieval villages. As you go, pass by local vineyards, and even stop for a wine tasting of the region’s top varietals.

Dive into art and history from across 7000 years at the Unterlinden Museum. Explore the heart of Colmar with a digital audio tour of the most iconic sights. Start your journey by admiring Neolithic terracotta, wander through the Merovingian era, and enjoy artwork from the 20th century. See the world-famous Isenheim Altarpiece by Grünewald, and take snaps of works from Schongauer, Holbein, Monet and Picasso. Afterwards, continue sightseeing Colmar with an audio guide of the top highlights. With 12 points of interest, explore Little Venice, a Statue of Liberty replica and more.

Get a more intimate look at the Alsace region with a small-group tour that’s capped at eight people. You’ll visit a selection of carefully chosen wineries and villages around the famous French wine route, meeting winemakers, and enjoying a tasting of Alsace wine. The pretty villages of Hunawhir, Riquewihr, and Eguisheim all feature on the route.

Alsace is known for its colorful medieval villages, hilltop castles, and award-winning wines—and this full-day tour covers it all in one day. Follow the Alsace Wine Route, stopping to enjoy magnificent views over the vineyards, and visit three towns: Kaysersberg, Eguisheim, and Riquewihr. Plus, admire the Chateau du Haut-Koenigsbourg, inside and out, and taste Alsatian wines at a local winery.

Soak up Alsatian heritage in this quaint French-German town’s medieval streets. Experience the magic of GPS playback on this self-guided tour of Colmar. Colmar is just as pretty as its big sister Strasbourg and maybe even more quaint. On this walking tour through the medieval centre, known as Little Venice (“La Petite Venise de Colmar”), you’ll get plenty of opportunities to take in its historic beauty because of its many canals. While you walk, I’ll tell you about Colmar’s interesting past, during which Germany and France took turns shaping the city’s culture. Today, the Alsace region, part French and part German, has developed its traditions and specialities. I’ll give you plenty of ideas on where to stop for coffee, beer, crêpes, flammkuchen or other yummy snacks. You’ll also stroll through the Quartier des Tanneurs, the tanners’ district, and past Ancienne Douane, a pretty square lined with historic homes.

This private walking tour introduces you to Colmar at a calm and comfortable pace. Designed for travelers who enjoy history, culture, and storytelling, the experience focuses on the Old Town’s most meaningful sights. You begin in a peaceful park where Colmar’s civic story unfolds. Gothic architecture then reveals how faith shaped daily life across centuries. Near the historic customs house, trade routes and wine commerce explain the city’s prosperity. The walk continues through canals and half-timbered streets where traditional Alsatian life comes alive. Clear explanations, short walking distances, and a relaxed rhythm make this tour ideal for travelers seeking insight without rushing. Local context and thoughtful narration help you connect each place to the wider story of Alsace. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.