Salle du Corps de Garde: A Glimpse into Colmar's Storied Past

Getting There

• Walking

  The Salle du Corps de Garde is located at 17 Place de la Cathédrale, right next to the Colmar Cathedral. From the Market Square (Place du Marché), head west on Rue des Têtes. When you reach the end of this street, turn right onto Rue de la Poissonnerie. Continue straight until you arrive at Place de la Cathédrale. If you are near the Little Venice area (Petite Venise), start at the Quai de la Poissonnerie. Head towards Rue de la Poissonnerie and turn right. Walk straight until you reach Place de la Cathédrale. There is no cost for walking.

• Public Transport

  The Salle du Corps de Garde is easily accessible by bus. From the Colmar train station, take bus line 1 (direction 'Gare Routière') to 'Place de la Cathédrale'. The bus stop is right at Place de la Cathédrale. The bus ticket costs around €1.50.

• Parking

  If you're traveling by car, head towards Colmar via the A35 motorway. Take exit 24 towards Colmar-Centre and follow the signs for the city center. Once in the center, look for Place de la Cathédrale. Parking is available in nearby parking garages such as 'Parking de la Petite Venise' or 'Parking des Tanneurs'. Expect to pay around €1.50 per hour. After parking, it's a short walk to Salle du Corps de Garde at 17 Pl. de la Cathédrale.