Gdansk Watchmaker's Curse: Self-Guided Mystery Walk
Description
Solve a self-guided mystery walk through Gdansk hunting nine cursed clocks. The clockmaker Hans Düringer cursed Gdansk's timepieces after the city blinded him. The prophecy says you can lift the curse, but only if you find every hidden clock he sabotaged. Use the Questo app on your phone to follow the trail across 15 real Gdansk landmarks: St. Mary's Basilica, City Hall, the Gdansk Crane, St. John's Church, St. Catherine's tower, and the Gradowa Mountain viewpoint. Solve riddles, decode codes, and meet Napoleon, Daniel Fahrenheit, and John Hevelius along the way. Each chapter has its own puzzle and a piece of Gdansk history, from the 14th-century Crane to the 1561 carillon. Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. This is a longer quest than most: allow around 3 hours for the full 3.8 km route. Perfect for history fans, repeat Gdansk visitors, and anyone wanting to see the city through a story.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(2)
What a fantastic, fun and educational way to experience Gdansk! We saw things we would never have seen without this adventure. We chose and spent the whole day, with lunch and dinner along the way, a small 'siesta in the afternoon. We went through small shops along the way, and found small treasures that are not so "mainstream". We also found an intimate, cosy vegan cafe, Manna 68, which was selected as #1 of 700 in the Gdansk area. I recommend you try their chocolate mousse along with a cup of Americano. It is powerful, so perfect for sharing. Last stage we took in the evening, which we do not regret. Last post was worth the whole trip. Recommend and pay via the app, we had some problems via Tripadvisor. 5 out of 5!
We’re thrilled to hear you had such a fantastic day in Gdansk! It sounds like you truly embraced the adventure, discovering charming shops and enjoying a leisurely day filled with fun and exploration. Thank you for sharing your experience, and we can't wait to see you on your next adventure!
Very easy to follow route. Interesting facts about city sights are provided. Clues were generally easy enough to answer. There was just one that I could not get, even after getting answer from app. Also could not get answer into one question - app would not allow, even though correct. However, I was brought to places I would not otherwise have found on my own. Be prepared to go that extra mile or two for the final two clues. Overall a good way to pass a few hours at a reasonable price.
Thank you for sharing your experience. We appreciate your feedback. It's great to hear you found the route easy to follow and enjoyed learning about the city's landmarks. We're sorry some clues were challenging, but we understand that's part of the adventure. Exploring hidden gems is central to our experiences, and we're pleased you got to discover them. Your feedback on the final clues is noted. Overall, we're happy you found it a worthwhile experience at a fair price. If you have any additional comments or suggestions for improvement, please feel free to share them. We value your input as we strive to enhance our offerings.
