April 2-26, 2026

Colmar is the quintessential jewel of the Alsace region. With its quaint narrow streets, authentic and colorful timber houses that are characteristic of the region, artistically gilded store signs, numerous wine boutiques offering free tastings (dégustations gratuites) of wines from the surrounding vineyards, little canals streaming through the town reminiscent of a miniature Venice, not to mention the prize-winning flower displays that have won Colmar numerous awards, it makes for a wonderful day excursion at any time of the year. Easter time is no exception as Colmar celebrates the coming of spring in style.

This year, from April 2-26, the Place de l’Ancienne Douane and Place des Dominicains, two of the city’s historic squares, will host authentic markets where small wooden chalets, decorated in the colors of Easter and Spring, will welcome 70 exhibitors from the region, rigorously selected for their authenticity. For example, you will find household linens, decorative objects, plants, beauty products, clothing, jewelry, toys, as well as many gourmet products such as Alsatian beer, chocolates, nougats, Alsatian white wine, macaroons, jams, meats, cheeses, foie gras, and so much more. Don’t try to leave empty-handed, you won’t be able to resist so many temptations.

At the same time, children will delight in discovering farm animals, including ducks, birds, rabbits, sheep, goats, pigeons, hens, and chicks at a “farm in the city.” These markets are open 10:00-19:00 daily and entrance is free. https://www.printemps-colmar.com/en/spring-markets

In addition to these two outdoor markets, Colmar celebrates spring by organizing numerous events such as street entertainment with free concerts on weekends and guided wine tastings at several of the city’s winegrowers; for dates and times of participating wineries, visit https://www.printemps-colmar.com/en/spring-markets/spring-cellars.

From April 3-6,there will also be an indoor specialty market in the Koïfhus (the old customs house) at 29 Grand’Rue. On this Easter weekend from 10:00-19:00, about 20 exhibitors will be displaying their egg creations, including eggs decorated with paint, calligraphy, and perforated designs.

https://www.printemps-colmar.com/en/

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