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⏱️ Total Flexibility: Start, pause, and resume whenever you want.
🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: S+U Postdamer Platz (Leipziger Platz), S+U Potsdamer Platz (Bln) [Bus Leipziger Str.], 10117 Berlin, Germany
🛡️ Free Cancellation: Cancel up to 24 hours before your planned start for a full refund.
🌐 Available In: 🇩🇪 Deutsch 🇬🇧 English 🇪🇸 Español 🇫🇷 Français 🇳🇱 Nederlands
Places you will visit
11
It will take you
57-87 mins
You will walk
5120 steps
Total distance
3.9 km
Route you will explore
Starting point S+U Postdamer Platz (Leipziger Platz)
S+U Potsdamer Platz (Bln) [Bus Leipziger Str.], 10117 Berlin, GermanyFinish point Brandenburg Gate
Brandenburger Tor 1, 10117 Berlin, GermanyAbout this quest
Berlin, 1960s. The Wall divides your city—and your family. You live in East Berlin, your brother in the West. The border is dangerous, guarded, and unforgiving. But today, you will attempt the impossible.
Inspired by real escape stories, this immersive walking quest takes you on a journey through the dramatic past of Cold War Berlin. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and retrace the steps of those who risked everything for freedom.
Explore iconic landmarks like Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate as you uncover secrets hidden in plain sight.
Walk, play, and connect with history in a quest that blends storytelling, exploration, and emotion.
Will you find your way across the Wall—and back to your brother?
What to Expect
This self-guided walking tour in Berlin combines exploration, storytelling, and puzzle-solving into one unique experience. As you navigate through the city, you will discover 11 carefully selected locations, each revealing a piece of the story.
The entire quest takes approximately 4320 minutes to complete and covers 3.9km on foot. You will move at your own pace, with the freedom to pause whenever you want to take photos, grab a coffee, or simply soak in the atmosphere.
Each location features a challenge or puzzle that unlocks the next chapter of your story. These challenges are designed to be fun and engaging while teaching you about the history, culture, and hidden gems of Berlin.
No tour guide needed – your smartphone becomes your guide. The Questo app provides directions, shares stories, and presents challenges along the way.
Highlights
Go on a mission along the Berlin wall and uncover the greatest escape stories from East Berlin
Visit Checkpoint Charlie and the Brandenburg Gate
Play a city exploration game by yourself, without a guide
The mission: Your story in Berlin
At the end of the Second World War, Germany’s fate was decided during the Yalta and Potsdam Conferences: Germany was split among the Allied Forces. Consequently, Berlin was also divided between Soviet Russia (East Berlin) and England, USA, and France (West Berlin).
The split through the heart of the city led to constant tensions, protests, and increasingly higher numbers of East Berliners fleeing the GDR (German Democratic Republic) through West Berlin. So, in 1961, the Soviet Union built the Berlin Wall, making it almost impossible to cross from East to West.
You too live in East Berlin, but your brother is in the other half of the city. You want to join him, but for that, you must find an ingenious way to escape! You have no idea how, so you’ll start by closely studying the other great escapes.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Brandenburg Gate
Checkpoint Charlie
- Hidden History
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is fully charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Important Information
Duration
Approximately 4320 minutes
Distance
3.9km walking
Group Size
Unlimited
Difficulty
Easy to Moderate
Accessibility
Not wheelchair accessible (stairs and uneven surfaces)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before your scheduled start time
Need to Know Before Booking
- •You will need the Questo app on your smartphone (iOS or Android)
- •Each ticket can be used by a group (share one device or play separately)
- •Internet connection required to download the quest initially
- •Once downloaded, you can play offline if needed
Ratings and Reviews
1274 ratings
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
