Grand’Rue of Colmar

The Grand'Rue, in Colmar

The Grand'Rue is one of the main arteries of the old town of Colmar, rich in monuments and old houses. The Colmar audio-guided tour stops here to evoke this historic street, which links several emblematic sites of the town.

The historic artery of old Colmar

The Grand'Rue is one of the major arteries of the historic centre of Colmar, which crosses the old town and links several of its most remarkable sites. Lined with fine old houses, half-timbered residences, stone buildings and monuments, it leads notably towards the Place de l'Ancienne Douane and the Petite Venise district. There you also find the former Protestant temple of Saint-Matthieu and numerous shops. Lively and picturesque, punctuated with fountains and flowered façades, the Grand'Rue offers an ideal route to discover the architectural charm of Colmar and its typically Alsatian atmosphere. It is one of the must-see axes of the walk in the town.

What to see

Here you wander along the historic artery lined with fine old houses, half-timbered residences and monuments, which links the Place de l'Ancienne Douane and the Petite Venise, punctuated with fountains and flowered façades. The Grand'Rue offers an ideal route in the heart of Colmar. It is a must-see stop, to be explored on foot.

Practical information

The Grand'Rue crosses the historic centre of Colmar, reachable on foot. It is a public street freely accessible; the shops and monuments have their own hours. It is particularly lively during the day and flowered in the fine season.

What is the Grand'Rue in Colmar?

One of the major arteries of the historic centre, lined with fine old houses and monuments, which links the Place de l'Ancienne Douane and the Petite Venise, and where the former Saint-Matthieu temple is notably located.

Where is the Grand'Rue of Colmar?

In the heart of the old town of Colmar, in France.