Colmar Five fairytale Christmas markets
The most typical of all Alsatian Christmas markets is found in Colmar. During Advent, the beautifully decorated old town resembles a drawing from the Middle Ages. Nativity plays, wooden toys, glass art, Advent wreaths and traditional music set the scene in the streets and alleyways.
Dates and prices
- 2026
| 26.11. - 27.11.2026 | Do. - Fr. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 27.11. - 28.11.2026 | Fr. - Sa. | ||
| 28.11. - 29.11.2026 | Sa. - So. | ||
| 29.11. - 30.11.2026 | So. - Mo. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 30.11. - 01.12.2026 | Mo. - Di. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 01.12. - 02.12.2026 | Di. - Mi. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 02.12. - 03.12.2026 | Mi. - Do. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 03.12. - 04.12.2026 | Do. - Fr. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 04.12. - 05.12.2026 | Fr. - Sa. | ||
| 05.12. - 06.12.2026 | Sa. - So. | ||
| 06.12. - 07.12.2026 | So. - Mo. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 07.12. - 08.12.2026 | Mo. - Di. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 08.12. - 09.12.2026 | Di. - Mi. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 09.12. - 10.12.2026 | Mi. - Do. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 10.12. - 11.12.2026 | Do. - Fr. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 11.12. - 12.12.2026 | Fr. - Sa. | ||
| 12.12. - 13.12.2026 | Sa. - So. | ||
| 13.12. - 14.12.2026 | So. - Mo. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 14.12. - 15.12.2026 | Mo. - Di. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 15.12. - 16.12.2026 | Di. - Mi. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 16.12. - 17.12.2026 | Mi. - Do. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 17.12. - 18.12.2026 | Do. - Fr. | from CHF 349.- | |
| 18.12. - 19.12.2026 | Fr. - Sa. | ||
| 19.12. - 20.12.2026 | Sa. - So. |
Day 1: Switzerland - Colmar
Colmar, the oldest town in Alsace, is a place of peace and beauty, a centre of culture and joie de vivre. A warm, cosy festive mood fills the entire old town. In Advent it becomes a jewellery box for the Christmas markets spread over five different squares. Each has its own theme and blends harmoniously into the town's listed architecture. The people of Colmar take the beauty of their town very seriously: everyone takes part in a fun decoration competition and lets their imagination run wild when adorning houses and shop windows. Stroll along the canals, nibble an aniseed-flavoured Bredle (a typical Alsatian biscuit) and enjoy a glass of mulled wine scented with cinnamon and oranges. As night falls, Colmar casts an atmosphere that is second to none.
Day 2: Colmar - Switzerland
Explore the romantic, lovingly decorated old town once more. Even by day, it is easy to immerse yourself in the town's medieval atmosphere with troubadours and minstrels, wooden toys, glass art, choirs and traditional music. Wonderfully fragrant Vosges fir trees are also a reminder that the Christmas tree tradition originates from Alsace. Return journey to Switzerland.
You also have the option of booking 2, 3, 4, ... nights.
The Christmas market
Around 100 stalls offer Christmas decorations, handicrafts, biscuits, mouth-blown glassware, jewellery, antiques and art. Opening hours: Mon. - Thu.: 11:00 - 19:00 Fri. - Sun.: 10:00 - 20:00
Shopping in Colmar
Shop opening hours: Mon. - Sun.: 10:00 - 19:00
Please note that on this trip we do not serve all of our boarding points. We offer the following options: Zurich, Windisch, Basel
Minimum stay of 2 nights on Fridays and Saturdays (required by the hotel)
Included
- Journey by Comfort coach
- Accommodation, based on a double room
- BB (room/breakfast buffet)
Hotels
The 4* Grand Hôtel Bristol Colmar (official national category) is centrally located opposite Colmar railway station, about a 10-minute walk from the old town. This comfortable hotel offers modern rooms with bath/WC, TV, Wi-Fi and air conditioning. Facilities include a restaurant, a bar and a small wellness area. Walk from/to the boarding point to/from the hotel approx. 25 min.
