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The five gilded sparrows in Ulm

The five gilded sparrows in Ulm

A golden mechanical sparrow appears before you, fluttering urgently. Its mission? To free its four captured brothers hidden across Ulm. Solve the puzzles, follow the trail, and uncover the magic spell that will set them free. The city holds the clues—can you unlock their freedom?
⚡ Instant🛡 Money-back⏱ 2 hrs🧩 12 puzzles
🌐 Play in 🇬🇧 English
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Places you will visit

12

It will take you

100-130 mins

You will walk

5390 steps

Total distance

4.1 km

Bring your crew

Race to the finish.

Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.

Invite your whole crew — 2 friends or 200, split into teams.

Adventure

Your pace, no timer

Escape

Beat the clock

Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.

Final leaderboard

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The mission: Your story in Ulm

A golden sparrow flies towards you. Golden? Not only is the color highly unusual, the bird itself is also extraordinary - it is completely mechanical. It needs your help to free its four brothers. 

Will you manage to solve all the puzzles and find out the magic spell to give the almost magical creatures freedom?

Tips & Recommendations

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Wear Comfortable Shoes

You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.

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Charge Your Phone

Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.

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Check the Weather

This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.

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Bring a Camera

You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.

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Stay Hydrated

Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.

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Play with Friends

Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.

Ratings and Reviews

4.8

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cyberchees

18 Apr 2026

Klara Kokosnuss

22 Aug 2025

Susanne Keeves

29 Jun 2025
Great background Infos and a nice path to follow, which gives a quick overview for further visits. thx

catch

29 Apr 2025
Super Quest! Sehr unterhaltsam und aufschlussreich 😎

Torben Böhnisch

11 Apr 2026

Beat the best: Top Ulm explorers

catchRookie
3600 XP
Irina & DimaExplorer
3600 XP
Susanne Keeves
Susanne KeevesExplorer
3540 XP

Frequently asked questions

What is The Five Gilded Sparrows in Ulm about?
The game tells a fictional mystery about five gilded sparrows. You use the app to follow clues around Ulm and solve the story at your own pace.
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.

Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

Flexibility

Regular Guided Tours

Fixed schedules & no pausing

Questo

Start, pause, and resume anytime

Privacy

Regular Guided Tours

Crowds of up to 30 strangers

Questo

Private experience for your group only

Pricing

Regular Guided Tours

$30-$40 per person

Questo

Transparent pricing shown before checkout

Availability

Regular Guided Tours

Requires advance booking

Questo

Instant access 24/7/365

Experience

Regular Guided Tours

Passive listening to a guide

Questo

Active gamification; you solve the mystery

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