Between ramparts, the Dolder tower and historic cellars, Riquewihr holds its Christmas market every day from late November to late December. AC PRIVATE - A List concierge reveals a Christmas centred on wine and craftsmanship, far from the bustle.
Riquewihr · Advent 2026 · The private way
Riquewihr is a winegrowers’ village before it is a postcard. Its ramparts enclose a medieval heart crossed by a main street climbing to the Dolder, and the grand cru slopes begin at the foot of its walls.
The market and its calendar
The Riquewihr Christmas market is held every day, as an indication, from 26 November to 29 December 2026, except 25 December. Stalls are scattered along cobbled streets and small squares, between Renaissance houses and wrought-iron signs. We reconfirm opening hours with the tourist office before every programme.
Listed among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, Riquewihr draws many visitors at weekends. Weekday mornings are remarkably calm.
A Christmas centred on wine
Cellars and winegrowers
The surrounding slopes are among the most renowned in Alsace, including the Schoenenbourg grand cru. We arrange private tastings in family cellars, sometimes with a winter walk through the vines.
Heritage
The Dolder tower, the ramparts, the inner courtyards and winegrowers’ houses: with a licensed guide, you see how wine has shaped the village’s architecture.
The table
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Request a confidential consultationA reserved lunch in or near the village, or a private dinner at the estate. For a family evening, a private chef composes a seasonal menu around the wines you tasted.
Getting around
The centre is pedestrian. A private driver drops you at the village gates and handles purchases and the onward trip to Kaysersberg or Colmar.
Riquewihr within the circuit
Riquewihr pairs naturally with Kaysersberg on the same day and lies about fifteen minutes from Colmar. The whole route is presented in Alsace Christmas Markets, the Private Way.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dates of the Riquewihr Christmas market in 2026?
As an indication, every day from 26 November to 29 December 2026, except 25 December. Opening hours should be reconfirmed with the tourist office.
Can a private wine tasting be arranged in Riquewihr?
Yes, in selected family cellars, by appointment. Please enjoy alcohol responsibly.
When should you visit Riquewihr to avoid the crowds?
On weekdays and in the morning. December weekends are the busiest.
Can you drive into Riquewihr?
The centre is pedestrian; a private driver drops you at the village gates and collects you there.
What is the Dolder tower?
The fortified gate overlooking the upper village, the emblem of Riquewihr and its medieval past.
Photographs: real, credited images from Wikimedia Commons.
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