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Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 4 Hours
Do this because
This tour introduces you to Essen through an interactive, family-friendly game on your smartphone
You'll uncover fascinating facts about Essen’s squares, streets, and landmarks using GPS navigation
A city's highlight is the Zollverein Coal Mine Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and symbol of Europe's industrial heritage
This tour takes you through bustling city areas, verdant parks, and secluded corners reflecting Essen’s green transformation
You will appreciate this blend of urban life, nature, and history for a diverse experience
What to expect
Discover Essen in a distinctive and cost-effective manner with a self-guided tour via an online app. This engaging, family-friendly game involves answering questions about various locations and completing search tasks, all from the convenience of your smartphone.Simply log into the complimentary game app and explore the city at your leisure. You're in control - decide when to start, pause or stop. Utilise GPS to navigate through Essen’s most intriguing squares, streets, and landmarks, uncover interesting facts as you go.Situated in the heart of Germany’s Ruhr region, Essen is a city of unexpected contrasts. Once a major industrial hub in Europe, it has evolved into a contemporary, eco-friendly destination renowned for its culture, design, and sustainability.During your tour, you'll encounter highlights such as the remarkable Zollverein Coal Mine Complex, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's most striking examples of industrial heritage. Formerly the world's largest coal mine, it now serves as a dynamic cultural centre brimming with museums, design spaces, and innovative exhibitions.You'll also traverse bustling city areas, verdant parks, and secluded corners that echo Essen’s metamorphosis into one of Germany’s greenest cities. This blend of urban life, nature, and history offers a truly diverse experience.Experience Essen with this one-of-a-kind e-scavenger hunt and witness firsthand how the city marries industrial history with modern creativity.
What's included
Map
Downloadable APP
Multilingual audio commentary
What's not included
Entrance fees
What to remember
Extra fees to be paid on-site:
Entrance tickets to attractions visited along the route are not included and must be paid separately if you choose to enter
Accessibility:
This tour is not recommended for people with heart conditions
This tour is user-friendly for the hearing impaired
The tour is stroller and wheelchair accessible
Know in advance:
Price is per group for 1–6 people
This is a self-guided tour; no staff will meet you at the starting location
The city trail can be started at any time, 24/7
Public transportation is available nearby
Tickets to enter attractions are not included
An internet connection (mobile data) is required to play the city game
You must create your personal login for the game independently before starting the experience
Remember to bring:
A smartphone with an active internet connection (mobile data)
Booking Fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation Fee
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the experience begins
Where
Willy-Brandt-Platz, Essen, Germany
Meeting point:
Start your e-scavenger hunt at start point indicated in the app. Sign in on the game portal and start your experience.