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City exploration game

Mariken of Nieumeghen

4.64Player rating· 21 plays
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Play at your pace · usually 105 min 2.4 km Nijmegen App-guided
Play in EN · DE · NL

Made for this city by a local creator, with a real-world challenge at every stop.

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The experience

About this quest

Step into medieval Nijmegen, seen through Mariken’s eyes. Her story was already told around 1500 in a famous miracle play. Now you walk through that story yourself. You climb narrow steps, search for hidden gates and stand before buildings that have watched over the city for centuries. Along the way, you follow Mariken through doubt, temptation and hope. This is no ordinary walk. This is Mariken’s story, in the heart of Nijmegen. 

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • Experience a medieval miracle play as if you are part of it

  • Follow in Mariken’s footsteps through the oldest parts of Nijmegen

  • Discover ruins, chapels and towers from the fifteenth century

  • Visit buildings that still look just as they did in Mariken’s time

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Your walk, at a glance

Nijmegen

A · Start

RVWC+CQM, Nijmegen, Netherlands

B · Finish

RVX7+HHW, Nijmegen, Netherlands

Get directions to the start

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

From your phone to the streets

Pick it. Open it. Play.

  1. 01

    Choose your access

    Check the player and phone options for your group.

  2. 02

    Open the Questo app

    Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.

  3. 03

    Head to the start

    Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.

Choose your way to play

Explore at your own pace.

ExperienceThis questGuided walking tour
ExperienceDiscover places through stories and clues in the appHear stories and ask a guide questions
PacePause for a photo, a café or a longer lookUsually follows the guide’s schedule
CompanyExplore with your own people or on your ownPrivate and shared group tours are available
GuidanceDirections and challenges in the Questo appLive interpretation from a guide

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

Plan your day

Good to know before you play

Walking distance
2.4 km
Playing time
Play at your pace · usually 105 min
Languages
EN · DE · NL
  • Hidden History
  • Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
  • Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
  • Don't attempt when the river is high

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is Mariken of Nieumeghen based on the medieval miracle play?
The quest is inspired by the famous Mariken of Nieumeghen story and uses medieval Nijmegen as its setting. Its route and puzzles are a self-guided city game.
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.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Francesca.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Francesca

HISTORY AND CULTURE IN NIJMEGEN

A history-led way to explore Nijmegen

Mariken of Nieumeghen 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 Nijmegen to connect clues, places and stories.

The route starts at Meet Mariken and finishes at Commandery of Saint John over 2.4 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 105 min; 2.4 km walking route; 13 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, Dutch, German.