La Petite Venise Colmar Visit

Discover the charming district of 'La Petite Venise' in Colmar with your own personal, local licensed tour guide. The district takes its name from the small canals and River Lauch that run through the southern part of the town. In the Middle Ages, the area is transformed for the use of market gardening and both the canals and the River allowed the farmers to bring in their produce directly to the city center by boat. The river also allowed the farmers to irrigate their fields.

During your tour, discover the covered market of Colmar where it will be possible for you to sample some local delicacies. As you stroll through the district, admire the Quai de la Poissonerie, the half-timbered façades of houses that date back to the 14th - 18th centuries as well as many picturesque private mansions. The whole feel of the area with its traditional 'winstubs', bakeries and small shops makes it one of the most delightful to walk through.