Visit of the charming village of Colmar
Straight out of a fairy tale, discover Colmar, a pretty city in bloom, the cozy nest of Little Venice.
Located about 1 hour by car from our establishment, Colmar is an unmissable stopover in Alsace!
On social networks, on postcards, in magazines or in tourist offices, you see Colmar from all angles, but you have never seen it with your own eyes! It's the perfect time to do something about it!
So let's go, we'll take you with us, for a very pleasant visit!
A little advice? Open your eyes wide and enjoy this magical moment!
We invite you to take a walking tour in the historic center of Colmar, home to heritage treasures from the Middle Ages to the 20th century.
Start your walk at the Unterlinden Museum. This former convent, with a splendid cloister, will reveal its precious treasure: the Issenheim Altarpiece, a true masterpiece not to be missed!
Continue your visit to the House of the Heads built in the 17th century. Have fun admiring one by one the 106 heads that adorn its façade! Beware: guaranteed torticollis!
We then invite you to continue your stroll towards another residence: the Pfister House!
A mix of Renaissance style and medieval architecture, discover a must-see in Colmar!
Extend your visit by stopping in front of a major work of Gothic architecture: the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin, also nicknamed "the cathedral of Colmar".
At the bend in a charming cobbled street, you will come face to face with an imposing building: the Old Customs House, also called Koïfhus. The first floor was once used to store goods that were subject to municipal taxes. The upper floor was used for the Magistrate and for administrative meetings.
To conclude this beautiful visit, discover the so-called Little Venice. Take a gondola ride on its canals and discover the sumptuous colorful half-timbered houses that border it.
In short, life is good in Colmar, where a warm and magical atmosphere reigns supreme!
So are you ready for an enchanting interlude?
Book your room at the Vendôme hotel and combine restful nights with the discovery of Alsatian jewels!