Medieval Market and Villages
The tour
Four days in the year, and nothing else: the Ribeauvillé medieval market takes place on December 5, 6, 12 and 13, 2026. The town is then sealed with concrete blocks, put in place on Saturday morning and removed on Sunday evening, and no vehicle circulates inside. The driver sets you down at an entry point, which avoids the Bergheim park-and-ride and the wait for the shuttle on the way back, the busiest moment of the day. You will find stalls held by craftspeople in costume, forge, glassblowing and pottery, continuous street performance and tavern food served in wooden bowls. The tour completes the day with Riquewihr, five kilometers away, and Kaysersberg: on these four days all three markets run at once, which does not happen in the rest of the season.
- stops
- 3
- Estimated duration
- ~6h
- Available vehicles
- Sedan, Van
Itinerary
The day at a glance
- 01
Ribeauvillé
Medieval market, costumed stalls and tavern
150 min
- 02
Riquewihr
Lanes inside the ramparts, traditional chalets
105 min
- 03
Kaysersberg
Cour de l'Arsenal, vetted craftspeople
105 min
Your driver
What your driver does for you
- Plans the route with you before the day and sets the pace on the day.
- Suggests wineries that match your taste and, on request, books the tasting and the table.
- Speaks English, with German and Spanish on request.
- Handles the road, the parking and the luggage, so you taste without driving.
Tastings, meals and entrance fees are paid directly on site. Want commentary in the villages? Add a professional tour guide for the whole day when you book, in addition to your driver.
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Très bonne expérience : bonne communication, ponctualité et gentillesse du chauffeur. Nous recommandons
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Questions
Frequently asked questions about Medieval Market and Villages
How long does Medieval Market and Villages last?
About 6 hours across 3 stops: Ribeauvillé, Riquewihr, Kaysersberg. The time includes driving between villages, winery stops and a lunch break. The driver can adjust the pace to your preferences.
How much does Medieval Market and Villages cost?
Sedan EUR 600 (1 to 3 passengers), van EUR 830 (4 to 7 passengers). Indicative price based on a 6-hour service. The final price depends on your pickup location (kilometer package). Instant online quote via the planner.
Where does the tour depart from?
Your choice: your hotel in Strasbourg or Colmar, Strasbourg airport (Entzheim), Strasbourg TGV train station or any accommodation on the Wine Route. The pickup point is selected in the planner at booking.
Are winery tastings included?
No. Tastings, meals and site entries are paid directly on site. The driver knows the reference wineries and books visits in advance on request, at no extra charge.
Tailor-made
Another route in mind?
Pick your villages and wineries in the planner, the price updates with every stop you add.
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