If your trip to Colmar is all organized but your itinerary is looking a little empty, we can give you a few hints and tips.Plan a stop at Little Venice. It’s one attraction you’ll usually find on travelers’ to-do lists. Colmar Christmas Market and Collegiale St-Martin are also a stone’s throw away and worth taking the time to see.

You don’t need to limit your adventuring to just Colmar. Strasbourg is 40 miles away and offers a fine range of nearby attractions, such as Strasbourg Cathedral. Rohan Palace is another popular attraction.

Situated 1 mile from Colmar, Colmar Expo is a terrific place to go for a work conference. After a big day of mingling and making new friends, you’ll be able to jump into your rental car and drive out to a nearby restaurant or go for a leisurely spin around the area.

Colmar is major. You could vacation for a while here and not run out of things to see. To soak up as much as you can in this dynamic metropolis, you’ll need a rental car. Keep in mind that driving in the city often comes with tight streets and limited parking spots. But don’t worry — a small, economical car can make this a lot less daunting. If you’re eager to leave the city behind and cruise around the dunes that Colmar is known for, you may prefer a vehicle with a bit more power. A full-size or mid-size SUV will make those road trips a dream.

Sometimes it’s all about the journey, which makes your car choice important. If you’re planning an epic road trip around Colmar, a roomy SUV could be the ideal solution. If you’re looking for a fantastic bargain and plan on doing a lot of city driving, an economy car is hard to beat. All you have to do is choose what suits you best, throw your bags in the trunk, and hit the highway.

From its one-way streets to its high-speed highways, exploring Colmar will be a snap with your own ride. But before you veer into the fast lane, here’s what you should know about cruising around this city:

You’ll be driving on the right-hand side of the road in Colmar. Even though the rules may be similar to home, it’s always wise to drive a bit more cautiously in places you’ve never been.

Being a city on the smaller side, finding a parking spot in Colmar is relatively hassle-free. Once you’ve bagged one, have a good look at the signs. There may be penalties if you don’t follow the rules and restrictions.

As with most places, roads get busier just before and after work during the week. However, thanks to its smaller population of about 65,400, traffic congestion isn’t a big issue in Colmar.

Most of the time, your car rental company will charge the amount detailed on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges and taxes. Otherwise, they may share your information with the relevant local law enforcement agency, who’ll then issue a fine directly to you.