Marché Couvert de Colmar

About

The Marché Couvert de Colmar is a lively covered market that captures the authentic spirit of Alsace. Built in the 19th century, the red-brick hall sits along the Lauch River, offering both history and charm. Inside, visitors discover a vibrant mix of stalls where local producers present fresh fruits, vegetables, cheeses, meats, and wines, alongside regional specialties such as kougelhopf and sauerkraut. The market is not only a place to shop but also a social hub where residents and travelers meet, taste, and share. Its riverside terraces invite guests to enjoy traditional dishes while overlooking the picturesque canals, linking the market to Colmar’s famous Petite Venise district. Combining heritage architecture with culinary tradition, the Marché Couvert remains a must-visit destination for anyone wishing to experience the flavors and conviviality of Alsace in the heart of Colmar.

Colmar France

Location

Marché Couvert de Colmar is located at 13 Rue des Écoles, 68000 Colmar, in the heart of the historic Little Venice district along the Lauch River, France. This 19th-century covered market hall buzzes with fresh produce stalls, local cheeses, meats, and eateries, its riverside patio offering views of the water amid colorful half-timbered houses. Nearby, the Quai de la Poissonnerie and fishmongers' wharf lead directly to La Petite Venise canals for boat rides, while the Koïfhus, Maison Pfister on Rue des Marchands, and Collégiale Saint-Martin church sit just a short walk away, blending market freshness with Colmar’s pedestrian old town charm, shops, and cafés.