The Most Beautiful Christmas Markets on a Cruise through Alsace - Strasbourg, Colmar, delicious food, and festive lights during the pre-holiday season (port-to-port cruise)
Cruise
STRASBOURG - BREISACH - Strasbourg(2)
In Alsace, Christmas is more than just a holiday, it's a celebration of ageless traditions and fantastic sensations. Christmas markets overflow with popular treats and mulled wine seeped inspices, and local craftspeople sell their handmade wares. Every street and each square brims with a generous holiday spirit.
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS
- A cruise to the heart of the Christmas spirit and Alsatian traditions.
- THE MUST-SEE SITES:
- Strasbourg during the holiday season—scintillating lights and steadfast traditions
- Colmar and its authentic Alsatian decorations that enchant both young and old
THE CROISIEUROPE DIFFERENCE
- All meals included - DRINKS INCLUDED with meals and at the bar
- Refined French cuisine - Gala dinner and evening - Welcome cocktail
- Free Wi-Fi onboard
- Headsets are included for excursions
- Official welcome from the captain and crew
- Onboard activities
- Travel assistance and repatriation insurance
- All port fees included
Onboard tasting of mulled wine and bredeles—an homage to simple pleasures and Alsatian holiday cheer
Route
We'll meet up at our mooring in Strasbourg (Rue du Havre) at 3:30 p.m. Our first excursion will be on foot to discover the Christmas market in Strasbourg. The iconic Christkindelsmärik has been part of the local magic in the now European capital for four centuries. More than 300 wooden chalets spread out over the city are an invitation to explore its magical atmosphere. In December, the cityis decked out to its finest. As night falls, sheer enchantment takes over. Lights and decorations shimmer and dance in the Alsatian capital streets. After our excursion, we’ll return to the ship for your official boarding.
Enjoy an Alsatian-themed evening on board: A traditional Alsatian sauerkraut dinner followed by an evening of dancing.
We’ll spend the morning cruising to Breisach. Join us for onboard activities such as games with a tasting of mulled wine and bredeles—a convivial experience inspired by Alsatian traditions. Enjoy lunch on board. Upon our arrival in Breisach at the beginning of the afternoon, we’ll leave for the Christmas markets in Colmar. Located in the heart of the historic center, you'll discover the finest Colmar's six Christmas markets have to offer. Each market has a theme to get you into the Christmas spirit. The scenery and lights provide the purest enchantment as you stroll past the stalls and quaint chalets. Follow the subtle trail of lights through the heart of Alsace's wine capital, an exceptional backdrop for the festivities. We'll return on board the ship.
Join us for our festive gala evening.
Enjoy breakfast on board before disembarking at9:00 a.m.(1)
Possibility of coach transfer to Strasbourg.(2)
Dates & Prices
Choose your departure dateSTART IN 2026
Lowest all-inclusive per-person price in a double cabin for the selected cruise references and dates, excluding supplements, transportation, transfers, fees, taxes, and optional services. The final price varies depending on cabin category, deck, and selected options.
- Child discount (2-9 years) : - 20%
- 30% off for the 3rd occupant of the triple cabin
- Under 2 years of age, meals and accommodation are provided free of charge by CroisiEurope
Ships
Several ships available for this cruiseShore Excursions
No shore excursion on the non listed daysFor safety reasons, the company and/or the captain of the ship are the only authorities who can modify the cruise itinerary.
(1) Disembarkation promptly at 9:00 a.m.
(2) Transfers on request at an additional charge, contact us.
Alcohol can be dangerous to your health. Please drink in moderation.
Valid information for year 2027