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Offered languages
- German
Bamberg's old town hall sits on an island in the middle of the river — the city has been doing things differently since 902 AD.
This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Bamberg's UNESCO-listed centre on foot, with phone-based riddles leading from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time.
• Solve clues at the Altes Rathaus, the Domplatz, and the Grüner Markt — three landmarks at the heart of one of Germany's best-preserved medieval cities
• Start whenever suits you and go at your own pace — no time limit, no fixed slot
• Works for families, couples, and friend groups; the mix of history and photo challenges keeps all ages engaged
Around 2 hours, any group size, available in German.
Bamberg has been UNESCO-listed since 1993 — the trail gives you two hours to understand why.
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Meeting and pickup
Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. *** After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. *** Download the Explorial app for free. *** Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.
What to expect
The route takes you through Bamberg's preserved medieval centre. The Altes Rathaus — built on a man-made island in the Regnitz, with trompe-l'oeil figures on its facade — features early with a riddle that sends you looking at the painted details most visitors glance past. The Domplatz, the cathedral square dominated by the four-towered Bamberg Cathedral, brings an observation task that rewards close attention to the stonework. The Grüner Markt, the green market square at the commercial heart of Bamberg for centuries, features in a photo challenge that gets the group working together. The city is compact and pedestrianised; the pace is naturally comfortable.
Bamberg's history is deep enough that the riddles make groups genuinely curious rather than just competitive.
The app shows the final ranking when the last task is done. Bamberg is one of Germany's most beautiful cities; this trail earns you the right to say you actually know it.
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
- Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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