Experience Colmar as you have never seen it before on an unusual guided tour, led by a local guide who is passionate about the history and forgotten stories of his city.
Forget the usual tours: this 2-hour walk takes you to Colmar's little-known corners, where you'll discover places steeped in secrets and extraordinary stories.
Here's what this tour has in store for you:
The strange House of Heads: an architectural masterpiece full of symbols… and mysteries!
The smallest Alsatian house: a charming curiosity full of forgotten stories.
The hidden history of the Collegiate Church of Saint-Martin: between ancient beliefs, superstitions, and little-known historical facts.
The Pfister House, a Renaissance jewel with stunning frescoes, testifying to the city's mercantile wealth during the era of Rhineland Humanism.
The Tanners' Quarter: Immerse yourself in the everyday life of medieval artisans.
The Old Customs House (Koïfhus) and the covered market: places of life and commerce with a fascinating history.
Little stories of Little Venice: beyond the postcards, the stories of those who lived there and still live there.
Ancient symbols? Strange signs and inscriptions: learn to read the city in a different way, through its walls.
Your guide will punctuate the tour with true, funny or surprising anecdotes, for a full immersion in the little-known Colmar. You will also discover the richness of Alsatian culture and traditions through the festivals, customs and folk arts that shape the region's identity.
The turbulent history of Colmar, at times French and at times German, will be recounted to you with passion, to help you better understand the soul of this city at the crossroads of cultures, which nevertheless remains unique.
Why should you choose this tour? To explore Colmar beyond what meets the eye.
To enjoy an experience of authentic sharing and knowledge transfer.
To learn more in 2 hours than by reading 10 tour guides!
Whether you are a history buff, naturally curious or simply looking for an original experience, this tour is for you. Also suitable for children!
Reserve your spot and discover the secret soul of Colmar!
The tour starts in front of the Colmar Tourist Office: Place des Unterlinden
