Spring and Easter Markets 2025: A Must-See During Your Stay in Alsace!
02/04/2025 00:00
Spring and Easter markets are back! These friendly events are a great opportunity to celebrate spring while discovering the artisanal and culinary treasures of the region. Here are some markets you won’t want to miss!
Farmer's Spring Market in Ribeauvillé
On Sunday, April 13, 2025, Ribeauvillé will host the must-see Farmer’s Spring Market. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Place de l’Hôtel de Ville, around thirty exhibitors will offer handmade and local products, along with a variety of entertainment:
- Musical entertainment: Harmonie Vogesia will perform an aperitif concert from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
- Farm animals: The Ped’Alsace educational farm will allow children to discover and pet animals like sheep, goats, rabbits, and many other adorable furry friends.
- Pony rides: The local riding center will offer pony rides to introduce children to horseback riding and give them a magical moment of bonding with the ponies.
You can even attend the Best Kougelhopf Contest organized by the Confrérie des Rois Mages, open to all amateur bakers.
More information on Ribeauvillé’s official website.
Spring and Easter Markets in Colmar
Every year for three weeks, "Colmar Celebrates Spring"! From April 4 to 27, 2025 (10 a.m. to 7 p.m.), you’ll find two Spring and Easter markets in the heart of the Alsatian wine capital (Place de l’Ancienne Douane and Place des Dominicains) along with many events to welcome the season.
In addition to tasty local products to take home or enjoy on-site, children can visit educational farms and enjoy weekend activities around the fountain at Place de l’Ancienne Douane.
At the Koïfhus, visit the Easter egg art fair "Coquilles d’Art" from April 18 to 21 (10 a.m. - 7 p.m., free entry).
On April 12, kids aged 3 to 9 can join a big Easter egg hunt from 2 to 5 p.m. (€3).
Some winemakers will open their cellars and offer activities as part of the Spring Cellars initiative.
There will also be street concerts throughout the event. Don’t forget that Colmar will also host the 2025 Easter Festival during the same period!
Finally, guided tours will be available: "Easter Traditions", "Must-See Old Colmar", and "Colmar by Night".
Find more details on the official “Colmar fête le printemps” website.
Easter Prelude Market in Kaysersberg
On April 5 and 6, 2025, Kaysersberg (voted France’s Favorite Village in 2017) will host its Easter Prelude Market in the Arsenal courtyard and hall. As always, the town will be decorated in vibrant spring and Easter colors.
Around twenty exhibitors will showcase their handmade creations, including a collector’s Easter egg exhibition-sale!
Easter Village in Strasbourg
Strasbourg, the capital of the Grand Est region, will host an Easter Village at Place Saint-Thomas. Organized by the Saint-Thomas district merchants association, you’ll find local products by artisans, creators, and regional producers. A food and drinks area as well as live music will entertain you between your strolls among the exhibitors' chalets.
Want to visit the Easter Village in Strasbourg? It will be open from April 12 to 21, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
These are just a few examples of spring and Easter activities. There’s much more to discover! To experience the full charm of Alsace in spring, don’t hesitate to book a room in one of our accommodations in the heart of the Wine Route in Ribeauvillé (hotel in Ribeauvillé town centre or hotel in Ribeauvillé near the vineyards) !