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← Colmar Christmas market 2026: visitor guide
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At a glance
- Dates: 23 November 2026 to 29 December 2026 (the food market stays open until 3 January 2027, according to our map data).
- Hours: Mon–Thu 11am–7pm, Fri–Sun 10am–8pm.
- Where: six markets in the old town, all within ten minutes on foot.
- From Strasbourg: about 30 minutes by regional train.
Colmar is smaller and more compact than Strasbourg, and many visitors find it more charming: canals, painted half-timbered houses and six small markets, each in its own square. It is also the best base for the Christmas markets in the wine villages around it.
The six markets
Marché de Noël de Colmar - Place des Dominicains
Marché de Noël Place de l'Ancienne Douane (Colmar)
Marché de Noël de Colmar - Place Jeanne d'Arc
Marché de Noël des enfants de la Petite Venise
Marché de Noël intérieur du Koïfhus
Marché gourmand de Noël de Colmar
The villages around Colmar
These dates come from the Colmar tourist office. Several village markets only open at weekends, so check before you go.
| Village | 2026 dates |
|---|---|
| Eguisheim | 27 November to 30 December 2026 |
| Turckheim | 27 November to 30 December 2026 |
| Riquewihr | 27 November to 20 December 2026 |
| Kaysersberg | weekends only: 27–29 Nov, 4–6, 11–13 and 18–20 Dec 2026 |
| Ribeauvillé (medieval market) | 5–6 and 12–13 December 2026 |
| Bergheim | 27–29 November and 4–6 December 2026 |
Without a car, regional buses link Colmar with Kaysersberg, Riquewihr and Eguisheim; on December weekends some extra shuttles run. Check the tourist office page for the current timetable.
Getting there
- From Strasbourg: regional train, about 30 minutes, several per hour.
- From Basel (Switzerland): regional train, about 45 minutes. Basel airport (EuroAirport) is the nearest airport.
- From Paris: a few direct TGVs a day (about 2 h 20), or change in Strasbourg.
- From Germany: via Freiburg and Breisach by regional bus, or by train via Strasbourg or Mulhouse.
- By car: paid car parks ring the old town; on some weekends a park-and-ride with a free shuttle operates.
Journey times are approximate; check SNCF Connect for your dates.
Where to stay in Colmar
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Practical tips
- Come on a weekday if you can: December weekends are very busy. The tourist office publishes a day-by-day crowd forecast.
- Little Venice is at its best just after dark.
- Ask for a glass of Alsace white wine or a crémant if mulled wine is not your thing.
Useful French phrases
| English | French |
|---|---|
| Hello / Good evening | Bonjour / Bonsoir |
| A mulled wine, please | Un vin chaud, s'il vous plaît |
| How much is it? | C'est combien ? |
| Can I pay by card? | Je peux payer par carte ? |
| I'd like to return my cup | Je rends mon gobelet |
| Thank you, have a nice day | Merci, bonne journée |
More
- Strasbourg Christmas market: visitor guide
- Eguisheim, Kaysersberg, Riquewihr
- Colmar market list with daily hours
Sources
Checked on 16 October 2026.
Frequently asked questions
When are the Colmar Christmas markets in 2026?
From 23 November 2026 to 29 December 2026, according to the Colmar tourist office.
What time do they open?
Monday to Thursday 11am–7pm, Friday to Sunday 10am–8pm.
Strasbourg or Colmar?
Do both if you can: they are 30 minutes apart by train. Strasbourg is bigger and busier; Colmar is smaller and easier to see in half a day.
Which villages are worth a detour?
Eguisheim, Kaysersberg and Riquewihr are the best known. Kaysersberg only opens at weekends.