Colmar | This French Town Has Taken Beauty to the Next Level

The flower-filled gem the French have been guarding so closely—discovered by Cora! No wonder it inspired Howl’s Moving Castle ✨ So enchanting, you’ll question if you’ve stepped into a fairy tale! 🚂 Transport Tips May 1st travelers, book tickets early (prices skyrocket!). Or follow Cora’s lead: grab a Eurail France Pass (~¥700/person) for unlimited train rides during your trip. Tested and way cheaper than single tickets—no last-minute price gouging! 🚂 Routes: Paris → Colmar (2.5h) | Basel → Colmar (43min) | Strasbourg → Colmar (30min) 📝 Cora’s 1-Day Itinerary (Copy This!) All attractions are walkable! 🌅 Morning 08:30 Arrive at Colmar Station → Light packing, eat breakfast beforehand 08:40-09:00 Roesselmann Fountain & Old Town Square ✅ Snap pics at the Chinese Restaurant filming location, soak in the quiet morning vibes 09:10-09:50 Bartholdi Museum ✅ Discover the Statue of Liberty’s origins through sculptures and sketches (2-min walk next) 10:00-10:40 Colmar Covered Market ✅ Shop local + try Pain d’Épices (spiced honey cake) (5-min walk to Little Venice) 11:00-11:40 Little Venice & Boat Tour ✅ Glide along the Lauch River (~25min) ✅ Best photo spots: Bridge center or riverside cafés (3-min walk next) 11:50-12:10 Pfister House ✅ Admire its Renaissance architecture (exterior only) 🍽 Midday (Culture + Food) 12:20-12:50 St. Martin’s Church ✅ Climb for panoramic views—stained glass light effects are unreal! (2-min walk next) 13:00-13:40 Rue des Clefs + Lunch ✅ Must-eat: Le Fer Rouge (Alsatian choucroute—sauerkraut with sausage/pork) 🌇 Afternoon 14:00-15:00 Unterlinden Museum ✅ Focus: Isenheim Altarpiece + medieval religious art (8-min walk next) 15:20-16:00 Toy Museum ✅ Interactive exhibits + vintage toy trains 16:10-17:00 Free Time Options: 1️⃣ Souvenir shopping on Rue des Clefs 2️⃣ Afternoon tea at La Petite Venise 3️⃣ Golden-hour street photography 🌙 Evening Return 17:30 Head back to the station #ColmarDayTrip #Colmar #France #FairytaleTown #TravelInspo