Maison Wildungshof, Colmar Travel Guide

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Discover Maison Wildungshof in Colmar: A historical gem with Renaissance architecture and a Voltaire connection, offering a glimpse into Alsace's rich past.

The Maison Wildungshof is a historical landmark in Colmar, France, featuring a Renaissance-style courtyard and a wooden gallery dating back to 1598. Once home to Voltaire, it offers a glimpse into the city's rich architectural and cultural heritage.

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Address: 12 Rue Berthe Molly, 68000 Colmar
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Walking

Maison Wildungshof is located in Colmar's city center at 12 Rue Berthe Molly. From the Unterlinden Museum, walk northeast on Rue Unterlinden, then turn right onto Rue Berthe Molly. The Maison Wildungshof will be on your left. The walk is approximately 5 minutes and is free.

Public Transport

The nearest bus stop to Maison Wildungshof is Marche Couvert, which is a 2-minute walk away. Several bus lines serve this stop, including lines A, B, C, D, F, and G. A single ticket costs around €2.

Taxi

Taxis are available in Colmar, and a ride from the Colmar train station (Gare de Colmar) to Maison Wildungshof takes approximately 10 minutes. The estimated cost is around €7-15. Taxi stands are located outside the train station.

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Maison Wildungshof, located at 12 Rue Berthe Molly in Colmar, is a building steeped in history. The house dates back to the 14th century when it belonged to the von Wittenheim family. In 1448, it was acquired by Beat Henslin. The wooden gallery in the courtyard, a notable feature of the building, was likely constructed in 1598 by Samuel Henslin.The building's Renaissance-style courtyard features a richly sculpted portal dating back to 1566. An octagonal turret with a pointed roof adds to the architectural charm. Voltaire, the renowned French writer and philosopher, resided here for thirteen months between 1753 and 1754. During his stay, he worked on his Annales de l'Empire depuis Charlemagne after being dismissed from the court of Frederick II.The wooden gallery was classified as a historical monument on January 12, 1989.

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