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Heidelberg: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

2 hours Free cancellation Private tour
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Heidelberg: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

About this activity

Discover Heidelberg like never before with the Secrets of Heidelberg City Game, a fun self-guided walking tour and city game packed with puzzles, riddles and hidden stories!

This GPS-based exploration game lets you experience Heidelberg while exploring famous spots such as the Heiliggeistkirche on Marktplatz, the Old Bridge Gate, Heidelberg University Courtyard, Karlsplatz and the Brückenaffe bridge monkey. Play solo for a personal challenge or together with friends, family or colleagues.

During the game you solve tricky questions, puzzles, riddles and creative photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues and solve the final mystery. Pause whenever you want and continue later at your own pace. Compete for a place on the leaderboard or play competitively for team building, making this scavenger hunt and walking tour through Heidelberg perfect for every type of explorer.

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At a glance

Duration
2 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Your group only
People per booking
1–15
Operated by
City Game

What is included

Included

  • Included: Self-guided Exploration Game
  • Included: Fun facts and information about highlights
  • Included: Instructions and login details for the activity

Not included

  • Not included: Smartphone or other devices
  • Not included: Tour guide

Itinerary

Discover Heidelberg in a fun and interactive way with the Secrets of Heidelberg City Game, a self-guided scavenger hunt through the historic centre of Heidelberg, Germany. This GPS-based exploration game combines sightseeing with puzzles, riddles and creative photo challenges as you uncover hidden stories around the Heiliggeistkirche on Marktplatz, the Old Bridge Gate and Heidelberg University Courtyard. Perfect for tourists, friends, families and team outings, this self-guided walking tour of Heidelberg can be played solo or in groups. The City Game Heidelberg takes about 2 hours and you play at your own pace. One ticket is valid for 1 to 4 people; for larger groups simply purchase extra tickets. Choose a start date and time when booking, then begin whenever it suits you. A smartphone with an internet connection is required. Your Heidelberg adventure starts at the Kornmarkt Madonna. After booking, you receive an email with your instructions and game link. Download the free Loquiz app before you set off, head to the start location and open the link to begin - no guide to meet and no building to enter. Pause anytime and continue later, for a flexible adventure through Heidelberg.

  1. Stop 1

  2. Kornmarkt

  3. Carl's Square (Karlsplatz)

  4. Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

  5. Hotel Zum Ritter

  6. Jesuitenkirche

  7. STUDENTENKARZER

  8. Alte Universitaet

  9. Bruckenaffe

  10. Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)

  11. Philosophenweg

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the Kornmarkt Madonna in Heidelberg. Download the free Loquiz app, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.

End point

  • After booking you receive an email with instructions and your game link. Meet at the Kornmarkt Madonna in Heidelberg. Download the free Loquiz app, open the link on your phone and start your adventure! Bring a charged phone with data and GPS on.

Using your ticket

Right after the booking you will receive an email with the instructions and the login to start the game. Follow the instructions and start the game.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • HOW TO PLAY: Book the City Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the City Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

  • Tickets: You only have to buy 1 ticket per group (1-4 people). Each group will play with 1 device. For groups of more than 4 people, you can buy 2 or more tickets. To book this game you need to indicate a date/time, BUT you can start whenever you like.

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Heidelberg: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour

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