How Rembrandt van Rijn became world's greatest painter, Leiden
The famous painter Rembrandt van Rijn lived in the centre of Leiden for the first 25 years of his life. In this city, he mastered the skills of painting that ultimately made him the world's greatest painter.
Most landmarks of his life here are still there and included in this story.
Will you complete this quest and step into Rembrandt's youth?
Highlights
You will visit all the landmarks from Rembrandt's youth
Challenging games to solve together as a couple or group
You will see some unique parts of Leiden where tourists rarely come
Great opportunities for pictures
Storyline
For one day you are a famous painter from Amsterdam who recently heard great stories about a young and exceptionally talented painter from Leiden. You decide to go there and check it out for yourself as you are looking for a successor...
Game route
Starting point Molen De Put
Park de Put 11, 2312 BR Leiden, NederlandFinish point Atelier
Kort Galgewater 20, 2312 BR Leiden, NederlandPlaces you will visit
10
It will take you
105-135 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
- If the weather gets cold, you can pause and go inside to warm up at almost any location in the game
- The game is not timed, so take your time
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
- Fun to do as a couple
- You can stop for a break any time
- Family friendly
Get the Questo app and you’re all set
Download it, choose your route and just walk to the starting point.
Ratings and Reviews
4 ratings
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