The Ultimate Guide to Easy Parking in Colmar
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Visiting Colmar means immersing yourself in a charming atmosphere with its half-timbered houses, picturesque canals, and enchanting Christmas markets. You might be wondering how to park easily and make the most of your stay? Good news, parking in Colmar can be simple and enjoyable if you have the right information! At Maison 1934, we’ve made sure that your stay is stress-free.
Parking at Maison 1934: Comfort and Peace of Mind
As for parking around Maison 1934, the public zone is free. You can park your car at no cost on the streets surrounding the establishment, making it perfect for a stress-free stay.
Additionally, in the immediate vicinity, an adjacent spot offers 3 hours of free parking in the blue zone. You simply need to use a European parking disc. For your convenience, a disc is available in the library located at the entrance of the apartment. If you plan to stay longer, around 500 other parking spaces that are not marked with blue lines are free and have no time limit.
Take advantage of the Blue Zone: Simple and practical
If you are looking to park for short visits, the blue zone next to Maison 1934 allows you to enjoy 3 hours of free parking. Don’t forget your European parking disc. No worries if you don’t have one, you can borrow a disc from the library at the entrance of the apartment.
Blue Zone Operating Hours:
Parking in the blue zone is regulated during the following hours:
- Monday to Saturday from 9 AM to 12 AM
- And from 2 PM to 7 PM
Outside of these hours, as well as on Sundays and public holidays, parking is free with no time limit.
How the Blue Zone Works:
To use the blue zone, you must place a blue european parking disc on your dashboard, visible from the outside, indicating your exact arrival time. Parking is free for a maximum of 3 hours. Once this period has elapsed, you will need to move your vehicle or change parking spots. If you don’t have a disc, you can borrow one from the library located at the entrance of the apartment.
Parking in the Center of Colmar: Exploring the Heart of the City
Colmar offers a wide range of on-street and underground parking solutions. Here are a few practical options:
Paid Parking Options:
- Parking Lacarre: Located close to the city center, with a free zone until 1am. If you plan to stay longer, the paid zone is affordable.
- Parking Rapp: Ideal for accessing Little Venise and the Christmas markets, it is secure and just a few minutes’ walk from the main tourist sites.
- Parking Bleylé: Located right across from Maison 1934, on the other side of the railway tracks, this parking offers a very convenient solution with attractive rates. The first hour is free, and after that, parking costs only €3 for the whole day. Additionally, this parking is equipped with electric vehicle charging stations, making it ideal for environmentally-conscious travelers.
- Parking Montagne Verte: Located not far from the center, this underground parking lot offers practical solutions at affordable rates. Perfect for all-day parking, it also offers monthly and quarterly passes.
On-street parking rates :
In Colmar, paid on-street parking is divided into several zones with different rates:
- Green zone :
- 1 hour: €1.50
- 2 hours: €3.00
- 3 hours: €4.50
- 4 hours: €6.00
- 5 hours: €7.50
- 6 hours: €9.00
- 7 hours: €10.50
- Full day (8 hours): €35.00
- Orange zone: Same pricing as the green zone, but with additional restrictions for certain residential spaces.
Parking is charged from 9am to 12pm and from 2pm to 7pm (except Sundays and public holidays).
Colmar Interactive Parking Plan
To make your parking experience even easier, the city of Colmar offers an interactive map that lets you easily locate parking lots, parking zones and charging stations for electric vehicles. You can consult this map to find the nearest parking spaces best suited to your needs: Colmar interactive parking map.
Ecological Parking: Charging for Electric Vehicles
Colmar is equipped with electric charging stations operated by Freshmile. Charging costs €0.30/kWh + €0.03/minute after full charge, as long as the vehicle remains plugged in. Each station has two charging points, and sockets are available for all types of European vehicles.
Payment methods
Payment for parking in Colmar is flexible. You can pay in cash, by credit card or via mobile applications such as PayByPhone, Easypark and Flowbird, making it easy to manage your parking remotely.
Explore Colmar on foot or by bike
Once parked, let yourself be charmed by Colmar on foot or by bike. At Maison 1934, we provide you with free bicycles for a gentle and pleasant exploration. Colmar is a city on a human scale, where every corner deserves to be discovered slowly, whether you’re wandering through the medieval streets or along the canals.
Enjoy Colmar Without Constraints
With free parking options at Maison 1934, convenient downtown solutions and the ability to explore Colmar on foot or by bike, your stay will be smooth and enjoyable. Relax, we’ll take care of the rest!
Maison 1934 – For a comfortable, carefree stay in Colmar!
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