Alsace by bike, around Colmar

The vineyards in the heart of Alsace by bike - cycling holiday around Colmar

Welcome to the heart of Alsace, a land where culture and nature gently intertwine, between golden vineyards, picturesque villages and rolling forests. This center-based cycling tour around Colmar invites you to explore the wonders of this region, with each day a new adventure through charming Alsatian villages such as Eguisheim, Riquewihr and Ribeauvillé. Let yourself be amazed by the scents of the vineyards, the panoramas of the Vosges mountains and the authentic atmosphere of Alsace, while enjoying quiet bike rides. An unforgettable experience where each loop tour brings you back to the warm center of Colmar.

Highlights of the stay:

• The city of Colmar
• Cycle paths on the Alsace Wine Route and the EuroVelo 15 (Rhine cycle route)
• The Alsace Wine Route and its picturesque villages
• The magnificent vineyards around the wine capital of Alsace
• The medieval town of Neuf-Brisach

Day 1: Arrival in Colmar
Check into your hotel. Enjoy your free time to stroll around the historic center and discover the medieval streets and pretty flower-filled canals. 

Day 2: Wine Villages Loop (45 or 60 km)

Today, two options are possible. Leave Colmar and take the famous Alsace Wine Route. It takes you through splendid wine villages such as Ribeauvillé, Hunawihr, Riquewihr or Kientzheim, which have made the reputation of Alsatian great wines. The long option extends the pleasure to Turckheim and Eguisheim, which are among "The Most Beautiful Villages of France".

Day 3: Day of rest

Today, fill your free time as you wish. We recommend visiting the Isenheim Altarpiece, a masterpiece of the Rhenish Renaissance. It's located in the chapel of the Unterlinden Museum, a must-see for art and culture enthusiasts. If you enjoy wine, you should know that Colmar is considered the capital of Alsatian wines. Take some time to relax on one of the many inviting terraces and taste one or more local wines.

Day 4: The Munster Valley (45 km)

Head west towards the city of Munster. You cycle along the river of the same name and can taste the cheese that is one of the culinary emblems of the region. Don't hesitate to accompany it with a glass of Gewurtztraminer or Pinot Gris, two other local specialties. You return to Colmar by cycle path in the heart of the valley.

Day 5: Neuf-Brisach and Vieux Brisach, between Germany and the Rhine Valley (70 km)

This stage leads you to the East of Colmar. Cycle towards Neuf-Brisach, which deserves a stop. This medieval village, with its Vauban fortress, is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. After crossing the Rhine and the border, you visit the village of Vieux-Brisach (Breisach am Rhein in German). Its cathedral, its city center and its picturesque alleys are worth the visit. Continue your route along the Rhine before cycling back to France to Marckolsheim. You can visit a fortified structure of the Maginot Line there. You return to Colmar by the Rhine Canal cycle path.

Day 6: Colmar

End of the tour after breakfast.

General information :

• 6 days and 5 nights
• Comfort level of the accommodation:
  • standard version: 3* hotel
  • comfort version: 4* hotel
• Child rates: contact us

2026 Dates:

Departures daily from March 28th to October 10th

• Low season:
  • March 28th to April 10th
  • October 3rd to October 10th
• Mid-season:
  • April 11th to May 1st
  • September 26th to October 2nd
• High season:
  • May 2nd to September 25th

Included:

• 5 nights with breakfasts
• Access to a GPS App
• 7 days a week telephone assistance 

Not included:

• Transport to the departure point
• Lunches, dinners and drinks 
• Parking fees
• Tips
• Entrance fees for visits  
• Personal expenses
• Tourist taxes (to be paid on site)
• Anything not listed under “included” 

Options:

• Standard bike or ebike rental
• Multirisk cancellation insurance 
• Extra night in Colmar (on request)
• Pass Alsace 3 days 60€ (Entrance ticket for wildlife parks, castle, museums…)      
• Theft guarantee for rented bike

Level:

1 2 3 4 5 6

Terrain:

Mainly on cycle paths, tarred farm tracks and secondary roads with little traffic. Days 2 and 5 have a bit of elevation gain.

Climate:

Spring, mild with possible cold spells. Summer, hot and dry. Autumn, pleasant temperatures.

Technical details:

• 45 to 70 km of cycling per day, about 4 to 7 hours of cycling
• Partly marked route, map reading recommended       

Bibliography:

• Alsace cycle map (IGN)
• The tour of Alsace by bike (Chamina)

Meals:

• Breakfasts: buffet (coffee, tea, hot chocolate, bread, milk, butter, jam, orange juice)  
• Lunches: not included
• Dinners: not included

The Bike:

• Rental bike: 21-speed bike or ebike. The rented bike will be delivered to your hotel. At the end of the tour, please leave the bike at your hotel and inform reception. We will take care of its return.  
• Personal bikes: we do not recommend bikes with small tires. Mountain and hybrid bikes are excellent. Please check your bike before departure. You will be responsible for your own bike at the end of the tour. 

Assistance:

7 days a week assistance (except punctures, which are not covered).

Roadbook:

You will receive your roadbook by mail before your departure.

Transport:

• By train: Colmar train station
• By road: Colmar is approximately 500 km from Paris (approximately 6 hours by car)
• By plane: Strasbourg airport or Mulhouse/Bâle airport (60 km)

Multirisk Cancellation insurance:
To guarantee reimbursement in the event of cancellation of your stay, you may take out our multirisk cancellation insurance. Click here for mor information.