Where can you find the best pastry shop in Colmar? My favorite spots!
Calling all foodies visiting or living in the Haut-Rhin! Finding the best pastry shop in Colmar is a must for anyone who loves sweet treats. Whether you’re looking for a traditional kouglof to take home as a souvenir, unique and delicious pastries, or a dessert worthy of a top chef for Sunday afternoon, the city has some wonderful surprises in store. In this guide, I’m sharing my top 6 picks for the best pastry shops in Colmar. No need to be jealous—they all have their own unique charm—but one thing is certain: everything is 100% homemade, and the craftsmanship is top-notch.
Summary
- 1. L'Artémise: graphic cakes and ultra-generous portions
- 2. Pâtisserie Thierry Mulhaupt: the art of "crazy tarts" and exceptional kouglofs
- 3. L'Atelier de Yann: a fine, modern patisserie opposite the Collegiate Church
- 4. Pâtisserie Gilg: sophisticated entremets and must-have macaroons
- 5. Pâtisserie Charles Schmitt: a family-run, artisanal institution for 30 years
- 6. La Pâtisserie des Têtes: Delicate creations at the famous Maison des Têtes
1. L’Artémise: graphic cakes and ultra-generous portions
I liked
- Ultra-visual, modern and Instagrammable cakes.
- Generous portions (the cookies and pies are gigantic).
- All these marvels can be bought to take home and enjoy at home.
I liked less
- The choice is a real torture, so tempting is the window display!
I already talked to you about l’Artémise in the list of the best tea rooms in Colmar. L’Artémise is both a tea room and an artisanal pastry shop: you can buy the delights that are available there to take away! That’s great news 🙂 I warn you, the hardest part will be making your choice: between the ultra greedy cookies and the tarts, each more original and tempting than the last, we’d like to leave with the whole store! As a bonus, the portions are generous and the pastries are very pretty.
Practical info – L’Artémise
- 📍 Address: 10 Rue des Ecoles, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Website: https://www.lartemise-colmar.fr/
2. Pâtisserie Thierry Mulhaupt: the art of “crazy tarts” and exceptional kouglofs
I liked
- Excellent pastries
- The concept of “crazy tarts”, which change with the seasons and the chef’s inspiration
- A double hat of excellence: top-of-the-range pastries and a remarkable fine chocolate shop
- Very professional and attentive reception in the boutique
I liked less
- Nothing, it’s an historic landmark in the region
The Mulhaupt pastry shop in Colmar is the former Jean pastry shop. Thierry Mulhaupt took over this emblematic place of Colmar and perpetuates its gourmet tradition. You will find high quality pastries and excellent pies, one of Mulhaupt’s specialties. At the end of the week, you can find crazy pies, pies whose ingredients vary according to the imagination of the bakers. Last but not least, don’t miss our excellent, typically Alsatian kougelhopf.
Practical info – Mulhaupt
- 📍 Address: 6 place de l’Ecole, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Website: https://www.mulhaupt.fr/
3. L’Atelier de Yann: a fine, modern patisserie opposite the Collegiate Church
I liked
- Fine, technical pastries with a perfect balance of flavors
- The superb bay window allows you to admire the pastry chefs at work in the workshop.
- Quality handmade chocolates
I liked less
- Macaroons are not my favorite in Colmar
L’Atelier de Yann is a very nice pastry shop in Colmar. Located on Place de la Cathédrale, the store is resolutely modern: large spaces, an incredible ceiling and a huge bay window allowing to see the pastry chefs working. A very nice place! The pastries are very fine. You can find there some classics (eclairs, chestnut torches) but also some more original ones (eclairs with lemon meringue pie for example). L’Atelier de Yann also offers excellent chocolates. Something to enjoy!
Practical info – L’Atelier de Yann
- 📍 Address: 11 Place de la Cathédrale, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Website: https://www.atelier-de-yann.com/
4. Pâtisserie Gilg: sophisticated entremets and must-have macaroons
I liked
- Sophisticated, graphic sweet creations worthy of the greatest pastry masters
- Macaroons: pure delight, crunchy on the outside and incredibly soft on the inside
I liked less
- Nothing!
The Gilg pastry shop is a very famous pastry shop in Colmar. It is a high-end pastry shop offering quite sophisticated pastries. If you’re looking for traditional Alsatian food, you’ll have to pass (except for the kouglof). However, if you want to taste the excellent creations of a master pastry chef from the region (the Gilg family is originally from Munster), you are at the right address!
Practical info – Gilg
- 📍 Address: 60 Grand Rue, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Website: https://www.patisserie-gilg.com/
5. Pâtisserie Charles Schmitt: a family-run, artisanal institution for 30 years
I liked
- Excellent family-run pastry shop
- Ultra-complete range: crusty bread, golden pastries, fine pastries and seasonal ice creams.
- Boutique just a little removed from the crowds of the hypercentre, making for a more relaxed shopping experience
I liked less
- Nothing!
The Schmitt bakery and patisserie has been established in Colmar for 30 years. It’s an artisanal, family-run patisserie where everything is fresh and homemade, using local produce. It’s an address I really appreciate.
You’ll find good bread, excellent viennoiseries, elegant pastries and excellent chocolates. The seasonal specialties (galettes and glaces) are also worth a detour.
Thetearoom area is very pleasant , and lunch is available (sandwiches, salads, small dishes). The patisserie is right across from the Parc du Champs de Mars and the Carrousel, so kids can let off steam! A second address is located outside the city center, in Horbourg-Wihr, and the HQ (with laboratory) is even more spacious.
Practical info – Pâtisserie Schmitt
- 📍 Address: 30 avenue de la République, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Website: https://www.patisserie-schmitt.com/
6. La Pâtisserie des Têtes: Delicate creations at the famous Maison des Têtes
I liked
- High-end pastries
- A stylish, elegant, and inviting setting
- A quiet tea room
- Friendly, polite, and discreet service, befitting the establishment’s high standards
- Outdoor seating on Rue des Têtes
- Click & Collect—so you don’t leave empty-handed
I liked less
- Mini Desserts
- Prices are higher than average (€7 per pastry)
La Pâtisserie des Têtes is the gourmet destination at the famous Maison des Têtes in Colmar, one of the city’s most iconic buildings. This pastry and chocolate shop offers a refined selection of cakes, kouglofs, chocolates, and desserts.
In an elegant, cozy setting, away from the hustle and bustle, you can enjoy carefully crafted desserts with delicate flavors. The menu is intentionally limited, prioritizing quality over quantity. Expect to pay around €7 for a pastry—a gourmet treat to be savored as much for the setting as for the desserts themselves.
Practical Information – Pâtisserie des Têtes
- 📍 Address: 19 Rue des Têtes, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Website: https://www.maisondestetes.com/fr/