Colmar has six Christmas markets in its old town from 23 November to 29 December 2026, about 180 stalls in all, one of them just for children. 5 Christmas markets in Colmar in our guide this season. The first to open is Christmas Market Place Jeanne d'Arc on Nov 23, and the last to close is Colmar Gourmet Christmas Market on Jan 3. All 5 are free to enter.
- 5 markets
- First opens Nov 23
- Last closes Jan 3
- 5 free to enter
23 Nov to 29 Dec
Christmas Market Place Jeanne d'Arc
A market of local products set up like an Alsatian village, selling foie gras, charcuterie, wine, brandies, Christmas cakes and gingerbread.
| When | 23 Nov to 29 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Place Jeanne d'Arc |
| Opening hours | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 |
| Entry | Free |
| Getting there | The town centre is closed to all vehicles from 23 November to 29 December; on selected weekends a park and ride bus runs from the Parc des Expositions, with parking at 5 euros a day and the bus ticket included |
| Eat and drink | Foie gras, charcuterie, wine, brandies, Christmas cakes, gingerbread |
23 Nov to 29 Dec
Christmas Market Place de l'Ancienne Douane
Nearly 50 chalets around the Schwendi fountain, reaching the Koïfhus, with contemporary creations next to traditional Christmas decorations.
| When | 23 Nov to 29 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Place de l'Ancienne Douane |
| Opening hours | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 |
| Entry | Free |
| Getting there | The town centre is closed to all vehicles from 23 November to 29 December; on selected weekends a park and ride bus runs from the Parc des Expositions, with parking at 5 euros a day and the bus ticket included |
| Eat and drink | Foie gras, cheese, cold meats, honey, gingerbread, cakes |
23 Nov to 29 Dec
Christmas Market Place des Dominicains
About sixty wooden chalets below the Dominican church and its 14th century stained glass, selling decorations, Christmas trees and festive meals.
| When | 23 Nov to 29 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Place des Dominicains |
| Opening hours | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 |
| Entry | Free |
| Getting there | The town centre is closed to all vehicles from 23 November to 29 December; on selected weekends a park and ride bus runs from the Parc des Expositions, with parking at 5 euros a day and the bus ticket included |
| Eat and drink | Foie gras, cheese, cold meats, honey, gingerbread, cakes |
23 Nov to 3 Jan
Colmar Gourmet Christmas Market
Nine cabins and nine chefs serve dishes from starters to desserts, from oysters to Alsatian specialities, to eat on the spot or to take away.
| When | 23 Nov to 3 Jan |
|---|---|
| Where | Plateau sportif de la Montagne Verte, rue de la Montagne Verte |
| Opening hours | Every day 11:00 to 22:00 until 3 January; on 31 December the gourmet market and Ferris wheel close at 17:00 |
| Entry | Free |
| Getting there | The town centre is closed to all vehicles from 23 November to 29 December; on selected weekends a park and ride bus runs from the Parc des Expositions, with parking at 5 euros a day and the bus ticket included |
| Eat and drink | Oysters, Alsatian specialities, starters to desserts, eaten on site or to take away |
23 Nov to 29 Dec
Petite Venise Children's Christmas Market
A children's market of 43 cottages in Petite Venise, with a merry-go-round of horses, hot apple juice and a giant letterbox for letters to Father Christmas.
| When | 23 Nov to 29 Dec |
|---|---|
| Where | Petite Venise, Place des 6 Montagnes Noires |
| Opening hours | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 |
| Entry | Free |
| Getting there | The town centre is closed to all vehicles from 23 November to 29 December; on selected weekends a park and ride bus runs from the Parc des Expositions, with parking at 5 euros a day and the bus ticket included |
| Eat and drink | Hot apple juice |
Getting to Colmar
Colmar is 70 km from Strasbourg.
Nearest city in our guide: Strasbourg, with its food festivals and where to eat.
Christmas market tours and tickets in Strasbourg
Guided market walks, Christmas light tours and festive tickets, bookable through our partners.
Colmar Christmas markets 2026: dates and hours
Every market at a glance: opening and closing days, hours and entry, as each organiser states them.
| Market | Opens | Closes | Hours | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Christmas Market Place Jeanne d'Arc | Nov 23 | Dec 29 | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 | Free |
| Christmas Market Place de l'Ancienne Douane | Nov 23 | Dec 29 | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 | Free |
| Christmas Market Place des Dominicains | Nov 23 | Dec 29 | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 | Free |
| Colmar Gourmet Christmas Market | Nov 23 | Jan 3 | Every day 11:00 to 22:00 until 3 January; on 31 December the gourmet market and Ferris wheel close at 17:00 | Free |
| Petite Venise Children's Christmas Market | Nov 23 | Dec 29 | Monday to Thursday 11:00 to 19:00, Friday to Sunday 10:00 to 20:00; on 24 December 11:00 to 17:00 | Free |