Where to buy the best kouglof in Colmar?
Where to buy the best kouglof in Colmar? I propose you here my two best addresses proposing the best kougelhopfs of Colmar according to me: they are both excellent.
How to Choose and Enjoy a Kouglof in Colmar?
Come by early in the morning to buy them as they come out of the oven, it’s even better! If you think kugelhopf is dry, go try one of these and you might change your mind. It’s nothing like what’s often sold in touristy stores…
The kouglof is to be eaten immediately or to be brought back as a souvenir of your weekend in Alsace, without waiting too long so that it doesn’t dry out! Of course you can also make it yourself: here is a recipe for homemade kougelhopf. Small spelling point: you can write kouglof or kougelhopf, you will find both.
The Enfariné’s kouglof at the Colmar Covered Market
I liked
- A moist kouglof, a world apart from the dry versions sold in some tourist shops
- An artisanal bakery where absolutely every product is a success
- A chance to discover other great products at the covered market as well
I liked less
- There are no downsides to mention here—it’s a true favorite, without reservation.
You can buy an excellent kougelhopf at the covered market of Colmar, where there is a stand of the bakery Enfariné. This artisanal bakery in Kaysersberg is well known by the locals because absolutely all their products are excellent, and the kouglof is one of them! It is really one of my favorite bakeries in Alsace. As a bonus, you will find many other excellent local products at the covered market… Enough to fill up on good things!
💡 Local tip: Stop by first thing in the morning, when the kouglofs are fresh out of the oven—they taste even better!
📍 L’Enfariné, Colmar Covered Market, 13 rue des Écoles, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 Stand hours
The Kougelhopf from Pâtisserie Gilg near Little Venice
I liked
- A very moist kougelhopf, with raisins soaked in kirsch brandy that has a mild flavor
- A very well-known pastry shop in Colmar, right in the heart of downtown
- A convenient location, just a stone’s throw from Little Venice
I liked less
- There aren’t any downsides to mention here either; it’s a sure bet in Colmar
The Gilg pastry shop is very famous in Colmar. In addition to tasty pastries, they also have an excellent and very soft kougelhopf that I recommend. The grapes are macerated in kirsch brandy, the taste of which is not very strong. A very good address in Colmar in the heart of the city, close to the Little Venice.
💡 Local tip: Just like at L’Enfariné, try to stop by in the morning to get a kouglof fresh out of the oven.
📍 Gilg Pastry Shop, 60 Grand’Rue, 68000 Colmar – 🔗 Gilg Pastry Shop Hours
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kouglof in Colmar
Where can you buy the best kouglof in Colmar?
My two tried-and-true spots are the L’Enfariné bakery stand at the Colmar Covered Market and Pâtisserie Gilg, right in the city center near Petite Venise. Both offer a moist, authentic kouglof.
Should it be spelled “kouglof” or “kougelhopf”?
Both spellings are correct and are used in Alsace; you’ll find them used interchangeably on signs and in recipes.
When is the best time to buy a fresh kouglof in Colmar?
I recommend stopping by first thing in the morning, when the kouglofs have just come out of the oven: the texture is even better then.
Can you bring back a Colmar kouglof as a souvenir?
Yes, it’s actually a very popular Alsatian specialty, but it’s best not to wait too long before eating it so it doesn’t dry out.