How to get to Ribeauvillé

Aside from driving, you can get to Ribeauvillé by bus: there are 2 routes from Colmar train station (one route passes through Riquewihr) (€4.00 ), 1 route from Saint-Hippolyte (€4.00 ), and 1 route from Sélestat (€3.10 ). Additionally, during the high season, a panoramic tourist bus runs every 1.5 hours, following a circular route through Colmar and other beautiful nearby towns. You can also take a taxi, though it can be quite expensive (~ €41 from Colmar and €30 from Riquewihr).

 * Prices and conditions are as of 2024 and may change.

 

By bus to Ribeauvillé

The easiest way to get to Ribeauvillé without a car is by bus from Colmar (alternatively, you can take a train to Sélestat and then a bus to Ribeauvillé). Fortunately, this route is popular, and unlike Eguisheim, there are several buses a day, even on Sundays!!!

 

Regular Bus to Ribeauvillé

To get to Ribeauvillé from Colmar or Riquewihr, you can use bus 68R016. Visit the FLUO website to plan your trip according to your route or check the schedule and fares.

High-floor intercity buses with air conditioning operate on this route (you will need to fold strollers and place them in the luggage compartment if your are travelling with toddlers).

  • Route 16: Colmar – Riquewihr – Riquewihr.
  • → Download the schedule
  • 8 trips a day in each direction Approx.
  • 40 minutes travel time
  • Ticket: €4 (valid for 4 hours, so you can continue your trip if you decide to stop in Riquewihr). Children under 4 travel free.
  • Departure: from the stop located to the right of the exit from Colmar train station (with the station behind you), the furthest stop. The information board will display the bus number and direction to Ribeauvillé.

 

Tourist Bus Around the Colmar Area

A new travel option is the KUT’ZIG panoramic tourist bus, which runs a circular route: Colmar – Ribeauvillé – Hunawihr – Riquewihr – Kaysersberg – Turckheim – Eguisheim – Colmar, departing every 1.5 hours. These are red buses, partially open (without a roof).

  • Operating time: April 26 – October 13 (for 2024).
  • April – June and October: Friday to Sunday and on holidays July – September: Tuesday to Sunday and on holidays
  • Bus schedule: Departure from Colmar train station: 8:30, 10:00, 11:30, 13:00, 14:30, 16:00, 17:30.
  • The stop is slightly to the right of the Colmar station exit, across the street.
  • Unlimited hop-on hop-off access for 1 day
  • Ticket prices: Adults – €29 per day Children under 12 – €19, Free for children under 3 sitting on a parent’s lap
  • Buy tickets online

 

 

By car to Ribeauvillé

You can reach Ribeauvillé by renting a car, using your own vehicle, or ordering an Uber. An Uber ride will cost around €40 from Colmar. From Riquewihr, the fare will be only slightly less since drivers usually come from Colmar to pick you up (~ €31).

Note: Uber cars do not have child seats, and the driver may refuse to take you, yet you will still be charged for the ride. Sometimes drivers take the risk or discuss it in advance. It’s useful to carry a booster seat backpack.

 

Parking in Ribeauvillé

At the entrance to the town, there is a large paid parking area with toilets and a parkometer (the Colmar bus stops here as well). However, you can also find short-term free parking (within the historical center) and unlimited free parking (around the periphery of the old town). The only issue with free parking is that it’s always packed on weekends, making it almost impossible to find a spot. So, you either need to arrive early in the morning or be prepared to pay for parking (which isn’t expensive).

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