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Esternay to Colmar

Updated: March 30, 2024 12:08 AM
Colmar

Esternay to Colmar - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of both Esternay and Colmar is French.

Currency

The official currency of both Esternay and Colmar is the Euro (€).

Distance

The distance between Esternay and Colmar is approximately 470 kilometers (292 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to reach Colmar from Esternay:

  • By car: The drive takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By train: There is no direct train from Esternay to Colmar. You can take a train from Esternay to Paris and then transfer to a train to Colmar. The journey takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes.
  • By plane: You can fly from Paris to Basel-Mulhouse Airport (BSL) and then take a train to Colmar. The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes and the train journey takes about 1 hour.

Expenses

The cost of your trip will vary depending on your travel style and the time of year you travel. However, here are some general estimates:

  • Accommodation: A hotel room in Colmar will cost around €50-€100 per night.
  • Food: A meal at a restaurant in Colmar will cost around €15-€30.
  • Transportation: A train ticket from Paris to Colmar will cost around €50-€100.
  • Activities: A visit to the Musée Unterlinden will cost €12.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Colmar is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller. However, Colmar is also beautiful in the winter, when the Christmas markets are open.

What to Eat

Colmar is known for its Alsatian cuisine. Here are some of the most popular dishes:

  • Tarte flambée: A thin, crispy pizza topped with crème fraîche, onions, and bacon.
  • Baeckeoffe: A hearty stew made with meat, vegetables, and potatoes.
  • Choucroute: Sauerkraut with pork, sausage, and potatoes.
  • Munster cheese: A soft, pungent cheese made from cow's milk.

Where to Go

Here are some of the most popular tourist attractions in Colmar:

  • Musée Unterlinden: A museum of art and history that houses the Isenheim Altarpiece, one of the most famous works of medieval art.
  • Petite Venise: A picturesque neighborhood with canals and half-timbered houses.
  • Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Colmar: A Gothic cathedral with a beautiful stained glass window.
  • Musée Bartholdi: A museum dedicated to the sculptor Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, who designed the Statue of Liberty.

FAQ

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions about travel from Esternay to Colmar:

  • Is it possible to travel from Esternay to Colmar by public transportation? Yes, it is possible to travel from Esternay to Colmar by train. However, there is no direct train, and the journey takes about 6 hours and 30 minutes.
  • What is the best way to get from Esternay to Colmar? The best way to get from Esternay to Colmar is by car. The drive takes about 5 hours and 30 minutes.
  • How much does it cost to travel from Esternay to Colmar? The cost of travel will vary depending on your travel style and the time of year you travel. However, a reasonable budget for a 3-day trip would be around €500.
  • What is the best time to visit Colmar? The best time to visit Colmar is during the spring or fall, when the weather is mild and the crowds are smaller.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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