Built according to the plans of the Parisian architect Grégoriady, the Maison aux Raisins is a magnificent tourist attraction not to be missed in the south of Colmar . It is located on the seventh rue Bartholdi, in a quiet area ideal for hiking and a change of scenery. This Art rcs data Nouveau architectural building is ideally preserved from mass tourism. It was built in 1924, and the magnificent villa owes its name to its wonderful sculpted decoration which was inspired by the vine and the grape. A detour to this haven of peace in Colmar is perfect for unwinding, given the tranquility of the neighborhood. In 1975, the wrought iron gate and the facades of the Maison aux Raisins were also listed in the inventory of Historic Monuments.
Within a radius of about forty kilometers from Colmar is the fortified cemetery of Hartmannswiller , a defensive building that dates back to the 15th century. In the past, this imposing construction protected the villagers from attackers. Ravaged by time, the building has lost almost everything, including its moats, towers and arrow slits. Despite this, the path around the cemetery allows you to better discover the particularity of this construction. Visit this monument during your tours around Colmar . You will be completely immersed in time. In addition, you will certainly notice along the enclosure, the Château de Hartmannswiller which represents the former seat of the Hartmanswilr family .
Christmas markets
This is the unmissable period for tourism in Colmar , when last-minute bookings are to be avoided because everything is fully booked. From mid-November, as in its Alsatian counterparts, the inhabitants decorate the houses with lights and decorations. The Christmas chalets are set up to host the famous market and many activities and processions are organized. On the program, stories, mulled wine, gingerbread and Santa Claus of course. This is the period when the word "magic" takes on its full meaning.