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The lost history of Arneym - Karel van Gelre

4.26Player rating· 33 plays
Play at your pace · usually 85 min 2.1 km Arnhem App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

Arnhem is mostly known for it's WOII history. But during the Middle Ages there was also a lot going on in Arnhem. One of the most important main characters of these time was: Karel van Egmond, also known as Karel van Gelre

Learn more about his life, what he did for Arnhem (spoiler: some impressive stuff!) and visit the most important locations in his story. 

It's an exciting part of history you don't want to miss.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • During the game you will visit historical buildings in the city centre of Arnhem.

  • You will follow the story of Karel van Gelre and try to help him find peace again.

  • Along the way you may also find some sights you can optional visit to expand your playtime.

From people who played this quest

Good times. In their words.

4.26 / 5

19 player ratings

Selected player reviews. Original words and ratings.

From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 1

    Open the app. You’re on your way.

    Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.

  2. 2

    Get outside. Follow your curiosity.

    Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.

  3. 3

    Crack a clue. Share a little victory.

    Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

CHOOSE YOUR PASS

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Players exploring the city together

BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP

One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.

A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.

Team vs team

Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.

Everyone for themselves

One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.

Can a team share one phone?

Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.

Your walk, at a glance

Arnhem

A · Start

Jansplaats 29, 6811 GB Arnhem, Nederland

B · Finish

Kerkplein 1, 6811 EB Arnhem, Nederland

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Maartje van Zadelhoff.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Maartje van Zadelhoff

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

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Experience

This quest
Discover places through stories and clues in the app
Guided walking tour
Hear stories and ask a guide questions
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Pace

This quest
Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
Guided walking tour
Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4

Company

This quest
Explore with your own people or on your own
Guided walking tour
Private and shared group tours are available
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Guidance

This quest
Directions and challenges in the Questo app
Guided walking tour
Live interpretation from a guide

Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.

Good to know before you play

  • Family friendly
  • Fun to do as a couple
  • Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Who was Karel van Gelre in this Arnhem quest?
The route uses Duke Karel van Gelre and medieval Arnhem as its historical setting. You follow a clue-led city story, not a scheduled guided history lecture.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue without a guide or fixed start time, so you can start when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.

HISTORY AND CULTURE IN ARNHEM

Explore Arnhem through the lost history of Arneym - Karel van Gelre

The lost history of Arneym - Karel van Gelre is an Arnhem self-guided story walk for travelers who want history and local culture.

Stone cold is the starting point and Peace at last is the finish for this 2.1 km city route, which includes 10 challenges. The page specifically identifies The Statue of Karel van Egmond, Duke of Guelder and The Duivelshuis along the experience. Practical fit: 2.1 km route; Typical duration: 85 minutes; 10 location-based challenges; Playable in English.

The trade-off is active, self-guided play instead of a guide-led group. Pick a conventional tour when detailed spoken commentary is the priority. Playable languages: English.

Your next story starts outside.

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