Colmar · Unterlinden & Museum Quarter

Crêperie-Restaurant Au Vieux Pressoir

Traditional Alsatian crêperie housed in a 16th-century building with original wine press.

About Crêperie-Restaurant Au Vieux Pressoir

Traditional Alsatian crêperie housed in a 16th-century building with original wine press. Serves both sweet and savory galettes made with organic buckwheat flour alongside regional specialties. The rustic interior maintains authentic period features.

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Address

19 Rue du Général de Gaulle, 68340 Riquewihr, France

Neighborhood

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Good to know

Tips, answered

Try the flambéed crêpes prepared tableside for a memorable dessert experience.

Plan for about 1h 15m.

Crêperie-Restaurant Au Vieux Pressoir is in the Unterlinden & Museum Quarter neighborhood of Colmar. The address is 19 Rue du Général de Gaulle, 68340 Riquewihr, France. The area is well-served by metro.

This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.

Closed on Wednesday, Thursday. Check the official website for holiday closures and special hours.

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