Colmar

Colmar is one of the oldest towns in France, in the region Alsace. His birth dates back to 823. Since then, it has changed from German to French and vice versa, which has left an imprint on its architecture, history and atmosphere.

Fortunately, the wars spared Colmar, preserving its pristine antiquity, which include: one of the most beautiful in Europe, the Cathedral of St. Martin, the Dominican church with the famous painting by M. Schongauer "Maria on a background of roses" (1445-1491), one of the most visited museums in France "Unterlinden". Here are collected the most remarkable works of the Middle Ages: painting of the Colmar school, romantic and Gothic sculptures.

Colmar is a city of surprises. One of them is waiting for you in the very center, in the building of the 13th century Dominican monastery, where the Unterlinden art museum is now located. The Unterlinden Museum offers a broad panorama of the history of art and civilization. The section of archeology allows us to trace the development of the technique of making objects: from polished stone tools of the Neolithic period to jewelry of the Bronze and Iron Ages.

The era from the Renaissance to the beginning of the XIX century. represent historically accurate folk traditions and art: painted furniture, costumes, household utensils, winery equipment, presses and wine cellars with decorated barrels and much more. Here you will meet a world-class masterpiece - the most famous creation of the German Renaissance, the Isenheim Altar of Matthias Grunewald (1512 - 1516). This altar is considered one of the greatest masterpieces in the history of painting.

Another surprise is the house-museum of the sculptor Bartholdi. The fate of this master in the history of art is unique: his name is familiar to few - but perhaps everyone knows the main work of Bartholdi. And you, having crossed the threshold of this old house, will involuntarily stop, amazed that it was here in the silence of the Alsatian city that the creator of the world famous Statue of Liberty was born and lived, proudly holding its torch above the skyscrapers of New York.

And Little Venice? The quarter is unique in its beauty, with its canals, along which boats, driven by real gondoliers, lively scurry. It existed outside the fortress wall since 1209, but it was included in the city only from 1250. The "House with Heads", the Tanners' Quarter, the Six-Montagnes-Noires square, Koyfhus (Old Customs House) - all this is a unique Colmar attractions.

A walk through this wonderful and young city with its special cheerful atmosphere will bring true pleasure to everyone. In addition, every July Colmar turns into a kind of crossroads of musical cultures: it hosts an international festival organized by the famous Russian musician and conductor Vladimir Spivakov. Colmar is the wine capital of Alsace.

The city keeps a rich cultural and historical heritage. Extensive pedestrian zones allow visitors to the city to get acquainted with the unique architectural monuments of Colmar. With the onset of dusk, the city comes alive in the light of multi-colored lights of different power. Every Friday and Saturday, artful illumination highlights the uniqueness and diversity of the old city center. The collections of Colmar's museums are comparable to a rich treasury. Life in Colmar is very busy all year round.

More informations You can find on the Official website of Colmar. 

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