Sighișoara the Saxon Citadel GPS App Walking Tour Mobile Game

1–2 hours Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Uncover the secrets of Sighișoara's medieval fortifications on this immersive self-guided tour! Walk in the footsteps of Saxon guild militias—tailors, butchers, and blacksmiths—who defended the citadel's towers, gates, and walls from 1450 to 1600. Explore patrol routes, discover how early firearms and crossbows were wielded, and experience the unity that protected this vital Transylvanian trade center. Perfect for history buffs and curious adventurers alike! Solve puzzles, explore the city, and find hidden gems at your own pace. Try a new type of experience with your smartphone, the perfect mix between a walking tour, sightseeing, and a scavenger hunt.

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At a glance

Duration: 1–2 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–10
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: Leplace - interactive self-guided app tours

Ages: Adults (14–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later
Included: Next-gen mobile app guides you through each step of your adventure
Included: Explore the surroundings with a truly unique, immersive, GPS-enabled experience
Included: Interactive self-guided tour lets you move at your own pace

Not included

Not included: A physical tour guide (not included)

Itinerary

Stop 1

20 min

Step into the vibrant heart of Sighișoara's medieval citadel at Piața Cetății. Explore the historic square where guilds once organized the city's defenses, uncover strategic features, and relive centuries of resilience and community spirit. Perfect for history buffs and curious explorers alike!
Sighisoara Clock Tower

10 min

Climb Sighișoara's legendary Clock Tower for sweeping views and a close-up with its famous clockwork figures. Discover centuries of history, spot Justice among the moving statues, and capture the city from its most dramatic vantage point.
Casa Vlad Dracul

10 min

Explore Casa Vlad Dracul, the legendary birthplace of Vlad the Impaler. Hunt for the hidden dragon emblem—symbol of medieval power—amidst the citadel's ancient walls. Step into the shadows where history, myth, and adventure intertwine.
Stop 4

10 min

Discover the Blacksmiths' Tower in Sighișoara, where history and ingenuity meet. Snap photos of its sturdy walls and spot tools that served both craft and defense. Perfect for history buffs and creative explorers alike!
Sighisoara Clock Tower

20 min

Discover Turnul Croitorilor, the Tailors' Tower of Sighișoara. Once a vital gateway and last line of defense, this historic tower tells the tale of guildsmen who crafted and protected their city. Explore, find hidden symbols, and relive the dramatic 1676 explosion that nearly changed history.
The Butchers' Tower

10 min

Explore Turnul Măcelarilor, the Butchers' Tower of Sighișoara. Uncover marks where meat hooks once hung, learn about the butchers' legendary defenses, and discover how this guild protected the citadel's southern edge.
Stop 7

20 min

Dash up Sighișoara's legendary Covered Stairway, once a vital route for schoolchildren and defenders alike. Count the steps, spot ancient carvings, and feel the pulse of history with every stride.
Stop 8

20 min

Climb to the historic Church on the Hill, a medieval stronghold and sanctuary. Explore ancient graffiti, defensive loopholes, and hunt for Sighișoara's oldest gravestone. A journey through centuries of secrets and resilience.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

Use Google Maps or other map services to arrive at this location. When you arrive, please follow the instructions inside the indicated mobile app closely.

End point

Climb to the historic Church on the Hill, a medieval stronghold and sanctuary. Explore ancient graffiti, defensive loopholes, and hunt for Sighișoara's oldest gravestone. A journey through centuries of secrets and resilience.

Using your ticket

IMPORTANT: To access the self-guided adventure, you must first activate your booking through LP Connect.

1. Open LP Connect in your web browser: connect.leplace.online/support

2. Read the Activation Guide and enter your booking reference (looks like VIA-12345678 - you can find this on your ticket).

3. Get your private unlock code and follow the EXACT INSTRUCTIONS to install the Leplace World app (via Play Store, TestFlight, or web).

Before you go:

Complete the activation as early as possible (ideally a few hours or a day before your arrival) so we can help in due time if needed.
Check the weather before starting your tour.
You can play anytime after booking.
Head to the starting point and enjoy your adventure!

Note: It may take up to 2 hours for your ticket to be registered in our system (usually much faster). If you can't activate your tour right away, try again later with your booking reference. If you still have issues, please contact us via LP Connect Support.