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From Basel: Day trip to Colmar and Ribeauvillé (Christmas market)

2.01 reviewBooked 2×BaselOperated by BaselcitytourWeather

From Basel, you get to visit two beautiful Christmas markets in Alsace. In Ribeauvillé, a medieval market awaits you, while in Colmar, you'll find unique gifts, handicrafts, and culinary specialties.

CancellationFree up to 24 hours before
Duration9 h 15 min
Meeting pointBushalteplatz Steinenberg 4, 4051 Basel (gegenüber vom Tinguely-Brunnen)

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Tour stops

4 stops

  1. Meet in Basel, where the minibus and driver-guide set off for the day trip.

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  2. Explore the medieval Christmas market on foot and stroll through the town’s festively decorated lanes.

  3. Stroll through the Christmas market, browsing handicrafts, gifts and culinary specialities.

  4. Cross the border on the return journey and arrive back in Basel.

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Highlights

  • Visit the picturesque Ribeauvillé with its festively decorated streets
  • Admire the medieval Christmas market
  • Explore the magical Christmas market in Colmar
  • Find totally unique gifts for friends, family, or yourself

Description

You drive across the border to France and visit two Christmas markets. The Christmas market in Ribeauvillé is a medieval market. The place itself radiates a very special atmosphere with its festively decorated streets.

In Colmar, you find unique gifts, handicrafts, and culinary specialties at the Christmas market. You have time to stroll and enjoy the special magic of the festive season.

Practical information

  • The trip is partly wheelchair accessible: Colmar and Ribeauvillé are accessible for wheelchair users.
  • A folding wheelchair can be taken along
  • Passengers must be able to get in and out independently or with the help of the accompanying person
  • Folding strollers can be transported in the trunk (must be reported to the organizer at the time of booking)
  • Dogs are allowed to come along if they are house-trained

Inclusions

  • Included:

    9 hr 25 min day trip from Basel

  • Included:

    Minibus with driver-guide

  • Included:

    Visit to the Ribeauvillé Christmas Market on foot

  • Included:

    Visit to the Colmar Christmas Market on foot

  • Not included:

    Food & Drinks

Meeting point

Bushalteplatz Steinenberg 4, 4051 Basel (gegenüber vom Tinguely-Brunnen)

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Important information

  • Bring a passport (you'll cross the border between Switzerland and France)
  • Bring some cash (Euros)
  • Dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable shoes
  • No pets allowed
  • Child seats are provided for kids over 9 months upon request

Reviews

2.0

1 Review

Salvador14 Dec 2025

Stressful. Too many people and not enough space.

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