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City exploration game
Mariken of Nieumeghen
4.64Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 105 min 2.4 km Nijmegen App-guided
Play in
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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.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Fans of the Middle Ages, couples and readers who remember the miracle play from school can follow Mariken through doubt and temptation, from the Valkhof Castle and the Town Hall to St Stephen's Church tower, in close to two hours. Locals who know central Nijmegen get its medieval story too. Anyone who wants a live guide, or would struggle with 2.4 km including narrow steps, should pick something else.
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
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.64 / 5
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 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
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
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 questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
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.
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
Nijmegen
A · Start
RVWC+CQM, Nijmegen, Netherlands
B · Finish
RVX7+HHW, Nijmegen, Netherlands
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Francesca.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Francesca
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
- 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 this walk about the story of Mariken in Nijmegen?
Yes. Her story was already told around 1500 in a famous miracle play, and here you walk through it yourself, following Mariken through doubt, temptation and hope at places such as the Valkhof Castle, the Besiendershuis, the Old Cloth Hall and the Latin School.
Does this city game visit any chapels?
Yes. The Mariënburg Chapel is one of the stops, reached after the Town Hall and before the Ruins of the Lost Tower. The route also takes in the tower of St Stephen's Church and finishes at the Commandery of Saint John.
Where does it start and finish, and how long does it take?
You start at the Meet Mariken stop and finish at the Commandery of Saint John, so it does not end where it began. The route is 2.4 km, and players typically take about 1 hour 45 minutes, walking and puzzles included. You can pause and continue later.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
Yes, one ticket covers the whole group playing together on the walk. There is no set time slot and no guide to meet: you start whenever you like from the first stop, and the app leads you from place to place on your phone.
Is it all outdoors, and what should we bring?
It is an outdoor walk through the city centre. Bring a hat, sunscreen and enough water, and make sure your phone is fully charged or carry a power bank. Do not attempt the route when the river is high.
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.
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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.
