Colmar Christmas Markets tour from Strasbourg: Two villages

Medieval Christmas markets in two villages happen only during the winter season.

A small-group full-day tour from Strasbourg visits the Christmas markets of Colmar and one other Alsace village: Riquewihr or Ribeauvillé on dates when their medieval markets run. You travel by minivan with an English-speaking guide, spend free time browsing wooden market huts, craft goods and seasonal food, and return to Strasbourg after 7 hours. Groups stay under 8 people.

Step-by-step itinerary

Visit Alsace Christmas Markets

• Depart from Strasbourg
• Visit Colmar Christmas markets
• Enjoy free time in Colmar
• Visit Riquewihr or Ribeauvillé markets

The experience

How do you reach the Christmas markets of Colmar and the surrounding villages without driving yourself? This tour departs Strasbourg in the morning and heads toward Colmar, where you'll have time to walk the markets at your own pace. The wooden huts, lights and craft stalls fill the old town, and the route lets you stop where something catches your eye: a local ornament, mulled wine, or a handmade gift. Transportation time is built into the 7-hour day, so you're not rushing between stops.

Your second stop rotates between Riquewihr and Ribeauvillé depending on when their medieval markets are running. Both villages sit in the Alsatian wine region and draw crowds during the season, so the operator picks the one with the best conditions on your date. The minivan holds a maximum of 8 people, which keeps the group small enough to move through the markets without feeling herded. Your guide speaks English and travels with you the whole day, answering questions about the traditions and the villages themselves.

The tour requires at least 2 people to operate, and children are welcome from age 4 onward. Child seats are available if you request them when booking. Pets cannot join. What you bring (snacks, a camera, comfortable shoes for walking cobblestone streets) matters more than fitness level, since the pace is set by the markets themselves and you choose how much time to spend at each stall.

What’s included

• Minivan transport from Strasbourg to Colmar and one other Alsace village.
• English-speaking driver and guide for the full day.
• visits to Christmas markets in both locations with free time to browse.
• return transport to Strasbourg.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery dayDeparts at 09:00Last departure this season: 24 Dec

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (13 and older) · Child (4 to 12 years) · Under 4: can't be included in the booking

GroupUp to 8

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends at a different place from where it starts.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 10 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Ophorus

Is this one for you?This is a shared tour with a fixed itinerary and set departure time, so it suits travelers who want to see the markets without arranging their own transport or navigating between villages. If you prefer to move at your own pace or explore only one market in depth, a self-guided visit or a private driver would work better.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (4 to 12 years). Under 4: they can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the Christmas markets in Colmar actually like?

Colmar's markets fill the old town with wooden huts selling crafts, ornaments, regional food and drinks. The city has hosted Christmas traditions since 1570, and the markets reflect Alsatian customs with lights, seasonal decorations and a mix of local and artisan goods. You have free time to browse at your own pace.

Which other village will I visit on the day I book?

Your second stop is either Riquewihr or Ribeauvillé, depending on when their medieval markets are operating. The operator chooses based on the season and crowd conditions on your specific date, so you'll know which village when you receive your confirmation.

How much time do I actually spend at the markets versus traveling?

The tour runs 7 hours total, including minivan transport from Strasbourg to Colmar, between the two villages, and back. The itinerary includes free time at each market, though the exact breakdown depends on traffic and how long the group spends at each stop.

Do I need to pay separately for entry to the markets or anything else?

Entry to the Christmas markets themselves is free. The tour price covers minivan transport, the guide and access to both market locations. Meals, drinks, any purchases you make at the markets, and gratuities are separate.