/ Winter in Colmar, France is a wonderful experience. The Christmas market here is one of the best in Europe, with 160 booths offering a wide variety of crafts, food, clothing, Christmas decorations and many more items. Colmar is a well-preserved historic town with buildings dating back 500 years, presenting a beautiful place to explore. Most of the historic center is a pedestrian zone with nice lanes for strolling and many restaurants, cafes and shops to keep you busy.