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The Strasbourg Christmas Market runs from late November to Christmas Eve. The most recent edition took place in 2025, with daily hours from 11:30 am to 9 pm, except on Christmas Eve when it closed at 6 pm. For the upcoming edition, dates are expected to be similar, but official confirmation is pending.
Strasbourg's Christmas market is one of Europe's oldest and most beloved. Learn about its traditions, from the historic Christkindelsmärik to Alsatian delicacies like bredele biscuits and vin chaud, and find out what makes it unique.
Strasbourg's Christmas market, known as the Christkindelsmärik, transforms the city each Advent. Explore the multiple squares, from the historic Place Broglie to the lively Place Kléber, and get practical tips for navigating crowds, savoring Alsatian treats, and making the most of your visit.
Colmar's six themed Christmas markets fill the historic old town with lights, crafts, and Alsatian flavors. This guide covers typical dates, opening hours, locations, parking, and tips for a magical visit.
Driving to the Colmar Christmas markets can be tricky because the historic center becomes pedestrian-only. Learn about park-and-ride lots, shuttle buses, festive bus lines, and train access so you can enjoy the magic without the parking stress.
The Foire aux Vins d'Alsace is a ten-day wine and music festival held each summer at the Colmar Exhibition Centre. This guide explains the fair's dual character, how to approach tastings and concerts, and how to combine the event with exploring the Route des Vins. Dates, prices, and line-ups change annually, so always verify current details with the official organizer.
Colmar and Strasbourg are two of Alsace’s most beloved Christmas market towns, and with just 30 minutes by train between them, a weekend offers a realistic window to experience both. This guide helps you choose a home base, plan your days, and manage the crowds.
Deciding between the Christmas markets of Colmar and Strasbourg? This comparison weighs market size, crowd management, holiday lights, and dining logistics—plus the practical tip that both are just a half-hour train apart, so you may not have to choose.
