Colmar Christmas Market in 11 Photos

January 29, 2016

You can’t go wrong visiting Colmar, France at any time of year. The Christmas season is no exception. The beautiful town, filled with charming architecture and peaceful canals, is decked out in lights and brimming with Christmas spirit.

Colmar, France is a beautiful city of canals

During the Christmas Markets, the town is decked out in lights

Christmas market kiosks blend in with the old architecture

Okay, someone made this clever Christmas tree out of skis. — Someone clever made this Christmas tree out of skis

You can't go to France without indulging on sweets like eclairs! — You can’t go to France without indulging on sweets like eclairs!

You can buy stacks and stacks of gingerbread throughout the market. — You can buy stacks and stacks of gingerbread throughout the market

Colmar is colorful even without decorations

The whole town is lit up — The market runs day and night

There is a large mechanical nativity scene set up in town

Rows and rows of toys, ornaments, and other gifts are for sale

Bonus: fun rides!

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