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Self-guided group tour of Colmar ( + 6 local surprises)

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Colmar, France
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2 hours 30 minutes (approx.)
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
and 3 more
French, German, Spanish
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Overview

Explore the city with your family or friends - let our app be your guide! Discover its buildings, history, legends and secrets.

Play together! Take quizzes and observation challenges. Who'll get the best score?

Your answers will unlock 6 surprises from the backpack, including local items and products selected in collaboration with Alsatian businesses and artisans!

PRIZES PER GROUP! Share 1 pack containing 6 surprises. All group members can download the application.

Totally FLEXIBLE: take a break when you feel like it, then continue exploring!

Visit whenever you like! The pack can be picked up at the tourist office, open every day:
Monday-Saturday 9am-6pm
Sundays / holidays 10h-13h

-Full historical tour
-Audioguide
-Map with GPS location
-Offline mode

You'll receive the app password by email and Whatsapp.

A cultural, innovative and fun experience!

What's Included

  • Works without internet access (after the first connection with email and password)
  • A high quality historical tour in French, English, German and Spanish
  • 1 backpack containing 6 local surprises from Alsace: specially selected decorative and gastronomic souvenirs
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    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Place des Unterlinden
    68000 Colmar, France

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    Place Rapp
    68000 Colmar, France

    Place Rapp

    What To Expect

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    Office de Tourisme de Colmar et sa region

    Pick up your Hopla Guide bag whenever you like during opening hours, then start your tour!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rue des Têtes

    In front of the Hansi museum, you will discover the history of the most famous Alsatian painter in France and one of his works. (If you wish, you can pause the application, visit the museum, then continue your journey!)
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Place des Dominicains

    You will pass by the Place des Dominicains and we will tell you the history of the Dominican church (if you wish you can visit it and admire the altarpiece of the Virgin with Rose Bushes by Martin Schongauer (2€ entrance fee), then continue your journey). You will receive a surprise in connection with Alsatian gastronomy!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Place de l'École

    The smallest half-timbered house in Colmar is here!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rue Berthe Molly

    Voltaire lived in this street!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    House of Heads

    Stand in awe of the splendid façade of the House of Heads. You will answer questions and complete observation challenges.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Zum Kragen

    Discover the house Zum Kragen and its bearded inhabitant, someone is watching you!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Maison Pfister

    Interact with one of the most beautiful houses in the city, the Pfister House. We created an interactive image to help you understand its architecture and planned a special surprise to take out of your backpack!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rue des Marchands

    You will pass the museum of Auguste Bartholdi, the genius sculptor and creator of the Statue of Liberty, and learn about his history (If you feel like it, you can pause the app, visit the museum and go on your way.)
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rue de l'Église

    An unexpected character is waiting for you...
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Eglise St-Martin

    You will have the opportunity to admire the collegiate church and its famous Saint-Nicolas portal. An interactive observation game awaits you!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Place de l'Ancienne Douane

    Stop at: Place de l'Ancienne Douane After passing through a secret passage, you will arrive at the Place de l'Ancienne Douane. Here you will discover the Koïfhus, the character of Lazarus of Schwendi and his love for wine.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Grand Rue De Colmar

    You will pass through the picturesque Grand Rue and see its half-timbered houses.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rue des Augustins

    Legend has it that a ghost haunts this street...
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Manneken Pis

    The Brussels cherub has a little brother here!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Square de la Montagne Verte

    Sit on a bench in this pretty square and learn the little secret of the church of Saint-Mathieu. Receiving an iconic surprise...
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Little Venice

    You will discover the history of the most typical and photogenic district of the city. This is also the time to get a local surprise!
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Rue Turenne

    Can you find the face of a city hero?
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Marche Couvert

    You will walk along the banks of the Lauch river, discover the beautiful quays of the Poissonnerie and the Covered Market of Colmar.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Parc du Champs de Mars

    We have deliberately omitted several stops on this tour! Let yourself be surprised! The tour ends in the beautiful park of the Champ de Mars, where you will meet the characters of Armand Bruat and Jean Rapp.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Place des 6 Montagnes Noires

    Learn the color code of Alsatian half-timbered houses and see an artwork of Bartholdi.
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    5 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

    Frequently Asked Questions (7)

    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self-guided group tour of Colmar ( + 6 local surprises)?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-305610P1

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    What's Included

    Activity name

    • Works without internet access (after the first connection with email and password)
    • A high quality historical tour in French, English, German and Spanish
    • 1 backpack containing 6 local surprises from Alsace: specially selected decorative and gastronomic souvenirs
    • Full access to the Hopla Guide mobile app
    • Audioguide

    Additional Info

    Activity name

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

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