Top Colmar Private Sightseeing Tours

Take a walk through the quaint town of Colmar with a private guide to learn more about this unique city. Located on the border of Germany, this French city is characterized by its half-timbered houses, the gothic 13th-century Church of St. Martin, and its cobblestone streets. Pass by several landmarks such as Adolf House, the Tanneurs district, and the beautiful Maison de Têtes.

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.

Heading to central Alsace for Hunawihr and its fortified church, before reaching the authentic town of Riquewihr! In the morning, you'll head up the main street towards the Thieves' Tower and the Winegrowers' House. This walk through the main street will transport you back to the Middle Ages through narrow streets. The tour will allow you to enjoy a warm atmosphere alongside old Alsatian houses, beautifully decorated facades, and monuments. In the afternoon, the adventure will continue with some of our most beautiful panoramas, with a glimpse of Haut-Koenigsbourg and a stop at the Saint-Sébastien chapel in Dambach-la-Ville, and a breathtaking view over Obernai. Drinks and regional specialties will accompany our tour, allowing you to discover some sweet and savory seasonal delicacies. Out of respect for your privacy, the photos taken will not be published on our website. Mickaël

Colmar is known for its splendid medieval architecture and many centuries of history—and this small-group walking tour will introduce you to the city’s top sights. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide in central Colmar, and set off on foot. You can look forward to discovering highlights like the House of the St. John’s Knights, Colmar’s canals, the Maison Pfister, and much more.

This comfortable half-day tour introduces you to the timeless villages of Alsace at an easy and enjoyable pace. Starting in Kaysersberg, you discover historic streets, half-timbered houses, and stories connected to imperial history and local traditions. Traveling by car along the Alsace Wine Route, you enjoy scenic countryside views while your guide shares cultural insights and regional history. In Riquewihr, a beautifully preserved medieval town, you explore Renaissance facades, old fortifications, and learn about the village’s role in the wine trade, with time to walk and take photos at your leisure. The experience concludes in the peaceful village of Hunawihr, known for its church, vineyards, and quiet atmosphere, offering a relaxed and authentic glimpse into rural Alsace before returning to Colmar. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Get introduced to Mulhouse in the most authentic way: through its highlights, history, local flavors, and with a trusted local guide by your side. Along the way, you’ll explore iconic landmarks such as the painted Hôtel de Ville and the Temple Saint-Étienne, as well as local favorites and hidden corners loved by locals. Engaging anecdotes and personal insights from your local guide will connect Mulhouse’s history, culture, and tradition, bringing the city to life in an authentic and memorable way. To complete the experience, enjoy a tasting of a local specialty. Whether sweet, savory, or regional, you’ll taste a real part of Mulhouse’s everyday culture and traditions. By the end of the tour, you’ll have a great introduction to Mulhouse, its local culture, and how to explore it on your own. You’ll walk away with personal recommendations and local tips on where to eat and what to see next, helping you make the most of your time in the city.

This is a fully private Alpine experience from Basel to Grindelwald and the Jungfrau region — no groups, no fixed bus timetable, no rushing. Travel in a premium private vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver and enjoy a flexible schedule tailored to you. Spend time in Grindelwald, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and choose to ascend toward Jungfraujoch – Top of Europe for one of the most spectacular high-altitude experiences in Switzerland. Door-to-door service, scenic mountain routes, and complete flexibility mean you maximize your time in the Alps instead of managing train connections. More comfort. More freedom. A true Swiss mountain experience in one seamless day.

This private walking experience invites you to explore Colmar at a comfortable and relaxed pace. Accompanied by a professional local guide, you discover the city through history, culture, and engaging storytelling. Half-timbered houses, peaceful canals, and elegant squares create a setting shaped by centuries of French and German influence. As you stroll through the old town, you hear meaningful stories behind famous façades and lesser-known corners. Architectural details, local traditions, and historic trade routes help explain how Colmar developed its unique character. The route is carefully planned to avoid long distances, making the walk easy and enjoyable. This tour suits travelers who value culture, context, and personal attention. You gain local insights that bring Colmar’s past to life without rushing or physical strain. Please note: The program and attractions may vary based on booking date/time and crowd conditions, ensuring each visit is a unique experience.

Wander through one of France's most beautiful villages on a private walking tour with a guide. You'll see the most significant sights in Riquewihr, including the 13th-century Dolder Gate and the town's former prison. Admire the half-timbered houses and ornate courtyards that typify the region. Meet your guide in the town center before embarking on your tour, in which you'll explore the medieval streets of the Alsatian town. Walk through the 13th-century gate of the Dolder Tower, Riquewihr's most iconic landmark, and learn about its history as a medieval watchtower. Continue to the famous Thieves’ Tower in the former prison of Riquewihr, and learn about its development over the centuries. Then, discover the town's most beautiful streets and courtyards embellished with fountains. Stop to admire the typical Alsatian half-timbered houses with their oriel windows.

This private day trip from Basel to Lucerne and Mount Pilatus combines lakeside elegance with dramatic Alpine heights — all in one seamless, personalized journey. Begin with Lucerne’s charming Old Town, iconic Chapel Bridge and stunning lake views before ascending Mount Pilatus for sweeping panoramas over Central Switzerland’s peaks and valleys. What truly sets this experience apart is flexibility and comfort. You travel in a private vehicle with a dedicated driver, no rigid schedules, no crowded buses and no rushing through highlights. Want extra time for photos? A lakeside lunch? A longer stay on the mountain? The day adapts to you. It’s the perfect balance of culture, scenery and high-altitude adventure — delivered with precision, comfort and the freedom to explore Switzerland your way.

Live an unforgettable experience in the heart of Alsace with Détour Alsace, a specialist in private and guided cycling tours on the famous Alsace Wine Route and its emblematic villages. Enjoy the villages of Mittelwihr and its almond hill, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg & Ribeauvillé. The day ends with a tasting of Alsace wines.

Leave Zurich at 10am with your English-speaking driver and cross the border to Basel. Start with Colmar Alsatian gem in the picturesque historic center for a delicious pie. From here, follow the Alsace Wine Route north towards Riquewihr with its half-timbered houses, medieval streets and welcoming cellars where you can taste Riesling, Gewurztraminer and Pinot Gris. Continue to Eguisheim, a circular village classified among the most beautiful in France, ideal for a romantic walk or other tastings. This route offers rolling landscapes, fine wines and postcard villages. Your driver will drop you off in front of your Inn in Zurich at the end of the day. The experiment starts at 10am and ends at 7pm.

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.

This is part of one of the world’s largest digital travel guide platforms, trusted by millions of travelers. Create custom itineraries or let AI instantly generate your route based on your location, time, and personal interests. Explore Colmar’s lesser-known soul: walk through its fairytale Petite Venise, uncover hidden medieval courtyards, discover carved symbols on centuries-old façades, and hear stories of Alsatian wine, cuisine, and traditions passed down through generations. Ideal for curious minds, photographers, and independent travelers looking to experience Colmar freely—without schedules or crowds.

Mont Sainte-Odile offers one of the most beautiful panoramas in the region. This monastery is also a well-known pilgrimage site in Alsace, as Saint Odile, who was blind, is said to have regained her sight (Alsatians still flock there every weekend). A walk on the heights also allows you to recharge your batteries thanks to the numerous rock formations and a magnificent forest. Another highlight of the visit is the immersion in the forest and the discovery of the pagan wall surrounding the monastery. 300,000 stone blocks encircle the convent! It makes you wonder how this wall could have been built. I would also be happy to guide you to the Maennelstein to enjoy a breathtaking view of the Alsace plain, the Black Forest, and even the Alps. More information about my organization can be found on my website.

Colmar becomes an interactive treasure hunt. Most visitors see Colmar from a day-trip bus between two Alsace villages - this walk gives you the town itself, at your own pace. Follow a route from the Koifhus and the little Manneken-Pis along the Rue des Marchands to the canals of La Petite Venise, out to the Bartholdi monument and back past the Unterlinden Museum to the Maison Pfister, and at every one of the 12 stops solve a puzzle you find in the surroundings - the clue is around you, not on a screen. Sightseeing, a continuous story and a light brain-teaser rolled into one, played at your own pace on your phone: in the browser with no account needed, or in the CityWalkGems app (Google Play). No live guide: just open the link and start exploring. Perfect before or after the Christmas market, or in the hours between two trains.

One land … several expressions. Remarkable soil & exposure + generous nature + strong human commitment = this is what we really call Terroir. Discover our family-owned winery with this full guided tour. After that you will taste 6 Terroir wines with a few pretzels on the side. Children welcome.

This private day trip from Basel to Interlaken, Lauterbrunnen and Grindelwald is designed as a seamless alpine experience, not a rushed checklist tour. You travel in a premium vehicle with a professional English-speaking driver who understands Swiss roads, timing and local insight. Instead of navigating trains and connections, you enjoy door-to-door comfort, flexible stops and the freedom to adjust the pace to your preferences. Stand beneath the dramatic Staubbach Falls in Lauterbrunnen, admire the Jungfrau skyline from Grindelwald and explore Interlaken between two turquoise lakes — all in one perfectly coordinated day. This is Switzerland’s most iconic mountain region experienced privately, comfortably and without stress.

This private guided day trip from Basel to Zurich and the Rhine Falls is designed for travelers who value depth, comfort and flexibility over rushed group schedules. You travel in a private vehicle with a dedicated guide, allowing you to explore Zurich’s historic Old Town, lakeside views and vibrant city life at your own pace before continuing to the mighty Rhine Falls — Europe’s largest waterfall — where you can feel the power of the water up close. Unlike standard bus tours, this experience is fully personalized: flexible timing, hotel pickup and drop-offnand the freedom to adapt the day according to your interests. In one seamless journey, you combine Swiss urban sophistication with raw natural force — all delivered with professional service and door-to-door convenience.

The grapes varieties planted in Alsace for centuries are the most aromatic in the world. Either dry or sweet, with white flowers, yellow fruits or citrus notes or an exotic touch, each glass of wine provides an incomparable pallet of sensations. Discover our family-owned winery with this full guided tour. After that you will taste 6 flavourwines with a few pretzels on the side. Children welcome.

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.

With wineries at every corner, the Alsace region can seem overwhelming if you don’t know where to start. This small-group tour showcases the must-see “chateaux” and vineyards on a half-day route around the picturesque Alsace Wine Route. You’ll learn about the region and its wine from a guide, and enjoy a tasting session en route.

Baden-Württemberg not only produces the finest Pinot Noir’s but also revels in other varietals such as Grauburgunder, Weißburgunder, Muskateller, Gutedel and Chardonnay. On this remarkable wine tour you will taste the phenomenal difference’s between both Burgundian and the Baden-Württemberg Pinot Noir clones. Our first winery will be with the regions outstanding producer of Pinot Noir. His Spätburgunder wines regularly out-perform those of Burgundy, Oregon and others from around the world. We will taste several varietals including, Weissburgunder, Gutedel, Grauburgunder, Chardonnay, Merlot and Syrah. Located in the heart of the Achkarren dwells one of the most renowned family wineries. This winery will furnish us with an insight into both traditional and contempory wine-making practices. Finally we will head back down through the Kaiserstuhl vineyards which pepper the graceful terraces of this majestic dormant volcano and to our final winery of the day.

Spend a day visiting beautiful old villages with this tour of the Alsace Wine Route and its historic villages. You'll stop at Hunawihr, Riquewihr, Eguisheim, and Kaysersberg, with a potential stop at the Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle if daily visitor numbers permit. You’ll also get the chance to visit a local wine cellar for a tasting.