Colmar Segway Tour 2h: Old Town & Districts

Two hours on a Segway beats a walking tour of Colmar's winding streets

You ride a Segway through Colmar's old town and modern neighborhoods for two hours, covering ground you'd spend half a day walking. Helmets and instruction are included, the pace suits all fitness levels, and you see both the famous landmarks and the quieter streets where locals actually move around. Book if you want to cover the city efficiently without the stop-and-stare rhythm of a walking tour.

Step-by-step itinerary

Explore Colmar on Segway tour

• Start Segway tour in Colmar
• See old and new landmarks
• View city from different perspective
• Complete 2-hour Segway ride

The Experience

Most people explore Colmar on foot, stopping every few minutes to check a map or wait for someone to catch up. On a Segway, you cover the old town and the newer districts in the same time it takes to walk half of it — and you actually see what's around you instead of watching the pavement. The tour runs for two hours, which is long enough to move past the main photo spots and into the quieter corners where the city actually lives.

You start with a quick explanation and helmet fitting, then roll through the narrow lanes of the old town where the half-timbered houses lean toward each other and the canals reflect the buildings like a second town underneath. The Segway handles the cobblestones better than you'd expect, and the pace lets you notice details — the carved dates above doorways, the way light hits the water, the small squares tucked between streets. After the historic core, the route opens up into the modern districts, which sounds less romantic until you realize how much of Colmar's actual life happens there, away from the tour groups.

The whole thing stays small and manageable. Children need an adult with them, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels — you're not pedaling or climbing, just standing and leaning slightly to steer. Public transportation is nearby if you need it before or after, and there's parking at Montagne Verte or near the mairie if you're driving in. Helmets are provided, and the guides keep the mood light without turning it into a performance.

What’s included

Your tour includes helmet provision, instruction on how to ride the Segway, and a guided 2-hour route through Colmar's old town and modern districts. Public transport is accessible nearby if needed before or after the tour.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearbyNot for pregnant travelers

Operated by One City Tours

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to see both the famous old town and the real neighborhoods of Colmar in two hours without the slow pace of walking — the Segway covers the distance and keeps you moving through the quieter streets most tours skip.

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Top questions

How long is the Segway tour in Colmar?

The tour runs for 2 hours total, including a brief explanation and helmet fitting at the start.

What's included in the Colmar Segway tour?

Helmets, instruction on how to ride, and the guided route through the old town and modern districts.

Is the Segway tour suitable for children?

Yes, children can join if accompanied by an adult. The tour is designed for all fitness levels.

Do I need experience to ride a Segway?

No. The guide explains how to ride at the start, and the tour is suitable for all fitness levels.

Is there parking near the Segway tour in Colmar?

Yes. Parking is available at Montagne Verte and near the mairie (town hall), both close to the tour starting point.

Can I use public transport to get to the tour?

Yes, public transportation options are available nearby the tour location.

Who should not take the Segway tour?

The tour is not recommended for pregnant travelers.