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Following the footsteps of Goethe in Frankfurt

4.57Player rating
Play at your pace · usually 125 min 3.2 km Frankfurt App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

Dive into the fascinating world of Goethe and go on an unforgettable adventure in the streets of Frankfurt! 

In our Outdoor Escape Game you travel back in time with the famous poet and have to master exciting challenges together with him. 

Explore the historic Old Town and the lively Sachsenhausen while solving tricky puzzles and deciphering secret clues. Immerse yourself in the history and culture of the city as you follow in the footsteps of Goethe. 

Are you ready to face the adventure?

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • You begin in Goetheplatz, which Goethe never saw. The story also brings us to his birthplace and the Römerberg, which has been renovated and exudes a unique historical charm.

  • You'll also learn to know and hopefully adore Frankfurt's gastronomic delights.

From people who played this quest

Good times. In their words.

4.57 / 5

7 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

How many are playing?

Get this quest
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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

Frankfurt

A · Start

Innenstadt I, 60313 Frankfurt am Main, Deutschland

B · Finish

Hasengasse 5-7, 60311 Frankfurt am Main, Deutschland

Get directions to the start

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

The people behind the adventure

Created by MIA.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by MIA

WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT

Your adventure, with a playful twist.

1 / 4

Experience

This quest
Discover places through stories and clues in the app
Guided walking tour
Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4

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
4 / 4

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

  • If the weather gets cold, you can pause and go inside to warm up at almost any location in the game
  • No attractions ticket(s) required

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this a Goethe House guided tour?
No. It is a self-guided outdoor puzzle route inspired by Goethe’s Frankfurt. It complements rather than replaces a museum or guided literary tour.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin 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 FRANKFURT

A history-led way to explore Frankfurt

Following the footsteps of Goethe in Frankfurt is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Frankfurt to connect clues, places and stories.

The route starts at Goethe-Denkmal and finishes at Kleinmarkthalle over 3.2 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 125 min; 3.2 km walking route; 11 challenge locations

Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English.

Your next story starts outside.

Your next adventure is an app away.

Get the Questo app. Pick a quest, follow the clues and make the city your playground.

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