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 – Des gâteaux graphiques et des portions ultra-généreuses
- 2. Pâtisserie Thierry Mulhaupt – L’art des "tartes folles" et des kouglofs d’exception
- 3. L’Atelier de Yann – Pâtisserie fine et moderne face à la Collégiale
- 4. Pâtisserie Gilg – Entremets sophistiqués et macarons incontournables
- 5. Pâtisserie Charles Schmitt – Institution familiale et artisanale depuis 30 ans
- 6. La Pâtisserie des Têtes – Créations délicates à la célèbre Maison des Têtes
- Vos questions sur les pâtisseries de Colmar
| Pâtisserie | Spécialité phare | Ambiance |
|---|---|---|
| L’Artémise | Gâteaux et cookies généreux | Salon de thé cosy |
| Thierry Mulhaupt | Tartes folles, kougelhopf | Boutique historique |
| L’Atelier de Yann | Éclairs revisités, chocolats | Atelier moderne vitré |
| Gilg | Macarons, entremets | Boutique traditionnelle |
| Charles Schmitt | Viennoiseries, pâtisseries | Familiale, salon de thé |
| La Pâtisserie des Têtes | Cakes, kouglofs, entremets | Écrin haut de gamme |
1. L’Artémise – Des gâteaux graphiques et des portions ultra-généreuses
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 – L’art des “tartes folles” et des kouglofs d’exception
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 – Pâtisserie fine et moderne face à la Collégiale
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 – Entremets sophistiqués et macarons incontournables
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 – Institution familiale et artisanale depuis 30 ans
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 – Créations délicates à la célèbre 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
- 📍 Adresse : 21 Rue des Têtes, 68000 Colmar
- 🔗 Site web : https://www.maisondestetes.com/fr/
Vos questions sur les pâtisseries de Colmar
Quelle est la meilleure pâtisserie de Colmar ?
Il n’existe pas une seule meilleure adresse : l’Artémise séduit pour ses gâteaux généreux et son cadre cosy, Thierry Mulhaupt et Gilg sont des références historiques pour la tradition alsacienne, tandis que l’Atelier de Yann et la Pâtisserie des Têtes misent sur un cadre plus contemporain ou raffiné. Le choix dépend surtout de ce que vous recherchez.
Faut-il réserver pour déguster sur place ?
Non, la réservation n’est généralement pas nécessaire dans ces pâtisseries-salons de thé, sauf éventuellement en haute saison ou pour un grand groupe.
Ces pâtisseries sont-elles ouvertes le dimanche ?
Certaines oui : l’Artémise, Gilg et Charles Schmitt accueillent leurs clients le dimanche matin. L’Atelier de Yann et la Pâtisserie des Têtes sont en revanche fermées ce jour-là.
Où trouver le meilleur kouglof à Colmar ?
Pour un kouglof traditionnel, direction Thierry Mulhaupt ou Gilg, deux valeurs sûres pour cette spécialité alsacienne. Je vous ai consacré un article dédié avec mon comparatif complet des meilleures adresses.
Ces pâtisseries proposent-elles un salon de thé pour déguster sur place ?
Oui pour la plupart : l’Artémise, l’Atelier de Yann, Charles Schmitt et la Pâtisserie des Têtes disposent d’un espace pour s’installer. Gilg est surtout orientée vente à emporter, tandis que Thierry Mulhaupt propose un petit coin salon de thé.