Once we leave Switzerland, we have 3 "open" days in France before moving on to Paris. Colmar looks like a charming area to visit. Has anyone been there, or do you have other suggestions of places to see on the way to Paris? Thanks!
Posted by
Chicago
2876 posts
I second what Steve says. Colmar is terrific. It is relatively undiscovered but one of the most charming towns in France. Lots to see and do, many wonderful places to eat. And I highly recommend La Maison des Tetes as a place to stay. A wonderful hotel, right in the middle of everything.
Posted by
OP
Morrow, OH, USA
15 posts
Thank you both for your suggestions!
Posted by
Boston
4132 posts
Colmar is fabulous. (We stayed there for a few days on our trip from Switzerland to Paris.)
With the time you have, you could certainly visit a different (and equally great) region of France, such as Burgundy or the Jura. Read about them if you feel like complicating your decision-making process for this trip!
But Alsace is a great choice, and probably the most logistically straightforward.
Posted by
OP
Morrow, OH, USA
15 posts
How many days would you all recommend in Colmar? We are traveling by train, and are considering spending a night somewhere else along the line, either in the Alsace or the Lorraine areas. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Posted by
Minneapolis, MN, USA
1525 posts
We enjoyed our short stay in Colmar and stayed at Chez Leslie (one of the recommended B&B's in the Rick Steves book) which we would highly recommend. On a quick visit, Colmar is worth two full days - one for the old town, itself and one for the route de vin collection of small towns nearby. Without a car, you could even bicycle to several of them. I don't know about public transport, but I am sure there is some option.
Posted by
OP
Morrow, OH, USA
15 posts
Thanks, Randy. That's exactly what I needed to know.