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Experience the charm of France's small towns | Colmar.

| Colmar. 📖Colmar is a charming and romantic town that is very popular with the public. It is located in the east of the Alsace region in northeastern France, just a few kilometers from the German border. 🌈Colmar's unique Alsatian architecture, ancient canals, special bridges, and famous half-timbered houses are all very attractive. I love the multi-faceted roofs made of wood, each with a different shape. The houses in the town are colorful, and each has wooden windows and balconies decorated with geraniums. Every household has bright flowers and trees on their windowsills. ⌚️Due to time constraints, I didn't have time to explore in depth. After a quick visit, I drove for ten minutes to Eguisheim, the most beautiful town in France. It is located about 6 to 7 kilometers southwest of Colmar and is a famous vineyard area in the Alsace region, known as the "cradle of Alsatian wine." 🪵Eguisheim was built in the Middle Ages, and the buildings in the town still retain a strong medieval flavor, telling mysterious ancient stories. Since 2003, Eguisheim has been rated as "the most beautiful town in France." In 2013, Eguisheim was rated as "the most popular town in France." The two towns can be visited together, each with its own characteristics, and it can save time.
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Step into a Ghibli Dream in Colmar Old Town 🌸🏰✨ Colmar Old Town truly feels like wandering through a Studio Ghibli scene—think charming lanes, pastel houses, flower-laden canals, and magical corners that would fit right into Howl’s Moving Castle. 🌈 Recommended Route: Start at Place de la Cathédrale for those iconic half-timbered buildings and wander toward Little Venice (La Petite Venise); you’ll pass fairy-tale storefronts, secret courtyards, and cobblestone paths that are perfect for slow, whimsical strolling. 🎬 Must-Do Experiences: Take a boat ride down the canal—channel Howl drifting along the water! Hunt for local bakeries and try a warm kougelhopf pastry for a taste of Alsace. Pause at the covered market to sample local cheeses and fruits. Picture yourself in a magical market scene! 📸 Insta-Worthy Spots: Snap the pastel houses from the bridge near Little Venice, and capture the reflection of colorful facades in the water—make sure to pose on winding stairs or under archways (for true Ghibli vibes, twirl in a flowy skirt!). Early morning or late afternoon offers dreamy light. 🦄 Visiting Tips & Precautions: Go early or late for quieter streets; weekends get crowded. Comfortable shoes are a must for cobblestone wandering. If it’s rainy, the mist adds pure magic—just bring a light raincoat. Embrace getting lost; the town is small and totally safe, perfect for spontaneous detours. #Colmar #FairytaleTown #GhibliVibes #FranceTravel #HowlsMovingCastle

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