Germany · SCAVENGER HUNTS IN THE RUHR
German operators publish their start times and their prices, so a shortlist can be straight about both. Here are 5 scavenger hunts in the Ruhr worth the money, with the one thing to know before you commit to each.
At Duisburg Landscape Park, you use GPS coordinates, a road book, and problem-solving skills to explore an old ironworks. Choose from three difficulty levels, bring your own device or rent equipment, and finish with a small ironworks-themed treasure. The two-hour hunt is in German and suits ages 7 and up.
Use the World City Trail app to follow a 1.8-kilometer Aachen route, solve simple observation puzzles, and hear short stories in six languages. Start anytime at Ponttor, pause freely, and finish where you choose. The outdoor-only tour takes about two hours and suits families, couples, and independent visitors who want light sightseeing with a game-like twist.
“Interesting information, surprising anecdotes and nice observation games. Gives aims to reach and animates your visit of the city.”
Use the Explorial app to explore Osnabrück on foot, solving questions, finding sights, and completing creative photo tasks. The private, self-guided route takes about two hours and includes the Historic Town Hall, Dom St. Peter, Bucksturm, and other city sights. Pause whenever you like, then continue when ready.
“We played on a beautiful day in May. It was a great experience. We collected some fun photos together and the route was excellent - we left Osnabruck with the feeling that we had it all covered!”
Use the Explorial app and an access code to explore Aachen on foot with your private group. Solve clues, answer questions at sights, and earn points through photo challenges. The roughly 1 to 2-hour route includes Aachen Cathedral, Elisenbrunnen, Rathaus, and other city sights. Pause anytime for coffee, shopping, or a break.
“The scavenger hunt through Aachen was really fun for us even as Aacheners and we actually learned a lot about our city. A nice and fun way to get to know a city. Gladly again:-)Auto-translated”
You guide yourself through Duisburg with 11 sealed envelopes, solving clues to reach sights such as Kantpark, the Lifesaver fountain, old market, town hall, inner harbor, and Gerhard Richter’s subway station. The box arrives by mail, and you can begin on any date after delivery. Allow about three and a half hours, with no guide or entrance fees included.
A city, a river, a castle ridge, a brewery.
