Göttingen: The Dark Secret of the University Scavenger Hunt

3.4 (5 ratings)
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Explore the historic city of Göttingen in a whole new way with this thrilling walking tour and escape game. Forget the boring tourist trails—this adventure is filled with fun, challenges, and hidden secrets waiting to be discovered. 

Whether you're a long-time resident or visiting for the first time, you’ll uncover Göttingen's mysteries and see the city from a completely different perspective.

Embark on a journey through the University of Göttingen’s dark and hidden past. Follow clues, solve puzzles, and unlock secrets that the city’s students and professors have kept for centuries. 

Perfect for adventurers, puzzle lovers, and anyone looking for a unique experience, this self-guided scavenger hunt will challenge your mind and reveal a side of Göttingen that few get to see.

Free experience

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Availability:

  • Can be played on
    Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday

  • During these hours
    Whole day

  • Languages
    English

Highlights

  • Walk around the city a bit? Definitely!

  • Looking at boring tourist stuff? No way!

  • Fun and challenge? Lots of it!

Storyline

Göttingen is a historical city. In this Scavenger Hunt, we will take you on a journey through this magnificent city, pointing out sights you might not discover otherwise. 

We'll show you the city from a different perspective, whether you're a long-time resident or a newcomer.

Experience's route

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Starting point Gänseliesel
Markt, 37073 Göttingen, Deutschland
Finish point Wilhelms' Square
Wilhelmspl., 37073 Göttingen, Deutschland

Places you will visit

8

It will take you

70-100 mins

You will walk

2240 steps

Total distance

1.7 km

  • Places to visit

    You will discover interesting places along the route of the experience.

  • Gänseliesel

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Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.

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Ratings and Reviews

3.4

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Magdalena Schmidt

20 Oct 2024

Tobias

27 Aug 2024

Franzi

27 Aug 2024

JPH

08 Feb 2025
no background information unfortunately

Bananiel

28 Aug 2024
Not that exciting or informative. But you will have a nice route through the innercity.

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