Follow it across arcaded squares and church hills, solve riddles that make you notice details most visitors miss, and uncover what he really saved from the flames.
Perfect for curious travellers, couples and families who want more than an ordinary walking tour - all at your own pace, no guide needed.
Places you will visit
4
It will take you
-15-15 mins
You will walk
660 steps
Total distance
0.5 km
Highlights
Walk from Marian Square with its arcades and Immaculata column to the "little Belvedere" - Rosenfeld Palace, then up to the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and the Renaissance Burian Tower.
Solve a riddle at each stop, unlock true local stories, and reveal the fate of the scribe's iron box at the finale.
The mission: Your story in Žilina, Slovensko
The year is 1521. As flames sweep through the wooden town of Zilina, the town scribe Matej seals a small iron box and disappears into the smoke. He is never seen again - but his last letter survives, hinting that he hid "the town's true memory" somewhere between the square and the church hill.
Five centuries later, you receive a copy of that letter. Historians dismissed it as a legend. Yet the clues in it match real places that still stand today: the shaded arcades of Marian Square, the old burgher houses, the Cathedral of the Holy Trinity and the Renaissance bell tower the locals call the Burian Tower.
Follow Matej's trail through the old town of Zilina. At every stop, the buildings themselves hold the answers - carved dates, hidden symbols, forgotten details that most passers-by never notice. Solve them all, and you will discover what the scribe really saved from the fire - and why he gave his life to protect it.
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
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.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
