Colmar City Guide
The medieval city of Colmar reveals its many riches as you move towards its centre, unravelling layers of Alsatian heritage to its smitten visitors. Colmar, which is the capital of the Haut-Rhine region, is perhaps best known for its integral role along the Alsace wine route, though its Rennaissance architecture, museums and picturesque harbour prove there is far more to the city than its unquenchable passion for viniculture.
What to do and see in and around Colmar
Alsace Wine Route
A must for lovers of wine, a tour of the Alsace wine route takes the explorer along the foot of the Vosges mountains to some of the region's most beautiful locations. Colmar is an excellent starting point from which to begin a tour of the wine-producing strip, allowing easy access to delights such as the castle in Eguisheim or the fortified town of Obernai.
Colmar's Marina
Just a short distance way from Colmar's historic centre lies its pretty harbour, offering a wonderful place to relax during a visit to the city. Aside from watching the many boats that line the marina, visitors can also enjoy the award-winning plantlife that makes this such a colourful part of Colmar.
The Old Town Centre
At the heart of Colmar is its medieval centre, offering an enchanting glimpse into its well-preserved past. Here, visitors can enjoy the pastel-coloured houses that flank the cobbled streets or head for more obvious attractions such as the churches of the Dominicans and Saint-Martin and the old customs house.
Petite Venise and Maison Pfister
This part of the old town takes its name from the Venetian-style cloistered walkways that run alongside the waterways weaving through Colmar. Petite Venise was at one time the hub of the city's fishing trade and retains much of the architectural glory of that time. One of Colmar's most enduring sights, the Maison Pfister, is located in this quarter. Built in 1537, the residence offers a fine example of Renaissance design.
Musée d'Unterlinden
The Musée d'Unterlinden in Colmar provides visitors with an opportunity to visit two fine galleries. The first is located beneath the old Dominican convent and brings together an unparalleled collection of Renaissance art from the Rhine region. However, the museum also has a modern art gallery dedicated to paintings from more recent times, with works by Monet, Picasso and Renoir among the many hung upon its walls.
Vanoise National Park
National parks surround Chambery, with one of the finest being that of Vanoise. This park consists of five nature reserves, with its peripheral zone alone spanning 28 villages. Visitor centres are posted in Méribel-les-Allues and Termignon-la-Vanoise.
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