Essen Scavenger Hunt: Essen's Downtown Delight Hunt
Top rated
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
- Valid for up to 2 years
- Usable in 3000+ cities
- Perfect holiday gift
Join the Essen Scavenger Hunt adventure through the vibrant city center! Explore iconic spots like Zollverein Coal Mine and Grugapark Oasis. Solve riddles, complete missions, and tackle challenges in this interactive walking tour. Perfect for teamwork and sightseeing fun!
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Essen. This top rated Essen Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.88 miles and has 7 stops.
About this hunt
Local Favorite
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 3.03 KM (1.88 Mi)
Go anytime
Local Favorite
Over 1000 people completed this hunt
About this hunt
Duration 1.5-2 Hours
Distance 3.03 KM (1.88 Mi)
Go anytime
Join the Essen Scavenger Hunt adventure through the vibrant city center! Explore iconic spots like Zollverein Coal Mine and Grugapark Oasis. Solve riddles, complete missions, and tackle challenges in this interactive walking tour. Perfect for teamwork and sightseeing fun!
This scavenger hunt will help you explore Essen. This top rated Essen Scavenger Hunt scavenger hunt is 1.88 miles and has 7 stops.
Stops on this hunt
Family Winterstein
Explore Fontänengasse, where Stolpersteine honor the Winterstein family. This street merges memory with the Industrial Heritage Trail, a must-see for scavenger hunt teams seeking hidden gems and history.
St. Altfrid
Meet St. Altfrid, city founder immortalized in bronze. Legend says touching his foot brings inspirationâtry it as you solve riddles and chase hidden gems through Essenâs city center during your hunt.
UNTITLED (ESSEN)
Wonder at Spitzerâs UNTITLED (ESSEN)âis it industrial or abstract? Once controversial, now it's a photo challenge spot for teams seeking Ruhr Metropolis flair during their scavenger hunt.
Family Frank
Discover Family Frank stones and let history linger. These brass markers tell tales often missed on guided tours. Spot a pebble left in tribute for a bonus challenge on your scavenger hunt.
Berliner Bär in Essen
Feel the Berlin vibe at Berliner Platz, where the Berliner Bär stands tall. Locals say rubbing it's paw brings luckâtry it while uncovering fun facts and points of interest on your scavenger hunt.
Manfred Katz- Stolperstein, Essen, Germany
Spot Manfred Katzâs Stolpersteinâa plaque with a powerful story. These stones gleam brightest after rain; keep sharp eyes for bonus points while learning local trivia on your scavenger hunt.
Occupational Monument
Stand before Steile Lagerung and feel Essenâs mining legacy. Known as the âsilent giant,â see if your team can crack local trivia tied to this Industrial Heritage Trail landmark during the hunt.
More details
Activity Type: Anytime Scavenger Hunt
Starting Area: Am Porschepl. 9, 45127 Essen, Germany
Travel Method: Walking
Walking Distance: 3.03 KM (1.88 Mi)
Time:1.5 - 2 Hours
Skill Level:Friend & Family Fun
Extra Admissions: None
Discount applied below
Promo Applied
- Valid for one scavenger hunt in any of our 3,000+ locations.
- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one year for up to 6 players in each activity. Year starts after the first redemption. Primary ticketholder must always be present (but can bring different people); this ticket cannot be split.
- Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
- Use in any of our 3,000+ cities, including options in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many cities have multiple activities.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one scavenger hunt in any of our 3,000+ locations.
- Perfect for couples, families, or friends to explore and have fun together.
- Solve challenges, discover landmarks, and create unforgettable memories.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Promo Applied
- Valid for one year for up to 2 players in each activity. Year starts after the first redemption. Primary ticketholder must always be present (but can bring different people); this ticket cannot be split.
- Unlimited scavenger hunts, bar crawls, audio tours, and ghost tours with ANY theme.
- Use in any of our 3,000+ cities, including options in the U.S., Europe, Australia, and Asia. Many cities have multiple activities.
- Includes printable gift card options.
Proceed to checkout
How the Essen Scavenger Hunt works
Grab your phone and dive into the Essen Scavenger Hunt! Use our app to solve riddles and complete photo challenges as you explore iconic spots. Earn points, climb the leaderboard, and discover hidden treasures around every corner of downtown Essen.
Earn The Essen Scavenger Hunt High Score
Love a little competition? The Essen Scavenger Hunt offers thrilling photo and trivia challenges at places like Manfred Katz-Stolperstein. Work together to solve puzzles for a chance to top the leaderboardâultimate bragging rights await!
Team: Max Power
Team: For the Lolz
_Fort Worth_Texas_4ab5174c_large.jpeg)
Team: 1st not Last
Do you have what it takes to be a Essen Scavenger Hunt champion?
Reviews for Essen Scavenger Hunt: Essen's Downtown Delight Hunt
The ScavengerHunt.com app led us on a thrilling adventure around Downtown Ess. Found unique spots like Family Frank while solving riddles!
Sophia Williams
We enjoyed the walking tour around Downtown's landmarks like Family Winterstein. A delightful way to see Ess' history come alive!
Lucas Brown
Loved the outdoor activity in Downtown Essen. The Occupational Monument was fascinating, and teamwork made discovering hidden gems extra rewarding.
Olivia Taylor
A fantastic date in Downtown Ess! Solving puzzles near the Berliner Bär and Manfred Katz- Stolperstein made for a memorable and fun adventure.
David Smith
Exploring Essen through the Scavenger Hunt was a blast! We visited St. Altfrid and admired local art at UNTITLED. Perfect family day in the heart of Essen.
Emma Jones
Discovering Downtown's points of interest on this scavenger hunt was thrilling. From Occupational Monument to UNTITLED, we loved every part of this adventure!
Oliver Brooks
The Essen Scavenger Hunt was a unique way to see iconic landmarks like Family Winterstein. This treasure hunt is a must-do for tourists exploring the city.
Emily Watson
A fantastic date idea in the heart of Essen. We worked together on fun challenges around spots like St Altfrid and enjoyed every moment of this outdoor activity!
Jackson Morris
What an exciting walking tour in Downtown Essen. Solving riddles while visiting places like Manfred Katz-Stolperstein made it perfect for our family adventure.
Sophia Carter
Exploring Essen's art and history through the ScavengerHunt.com app was a blast! The puzzles led us to hidden gems like Family Frank and the Berliner Bär.
Liam Thompson
Such a fun walking tour of Downtown I loved using the ScavengerHunt.com app to explore iconic sites like Family Frank and Manfred Katz Stolperstein
Liam Taylor
A perfect date idea in Essen The Downtown scavenger hunt led us through exciting challenges at UNTITLED ESSEN and the Occupational Monument
Sophia Brown
This scavenger hunt is an awesome activity for families We explored landmarks like Berliner Bär and Family Winterstein It was a great day out in town
Lucas Williams
Exploring Essen with the scavenger hunt was such a fun thing to do We visited places like Family Frank and St. Altfrid while solving puzzles together
Emma Johnson
I had an amazing time on the Essen Scavenger Hunt It was a great way to see Downtown's hidden gems and historic spots like Manfred Katz Stolperstein
Oliver Smith
Loved the ScavengerHunt.com app We explored hidden gems around Downtown Gems like UNTITLED ESSEN were fascinating
Michael Evans
The Essen Scavenger Hunt made for an exciting walking tour through Downtown Such a clever way to see iconic spots like Occupational Monument
Emily Johnson
Family fun in Essen The kids loved spotting landmarks like Family Frank A great outdoor activity that kept us moving
Chris Roberts
A perfect date activity in Downtown Essen The riddles and challenges at St Altfrid made us laugh and bond A memorable adventure
Samantha Knight
Exploring Essen on the Scavenger Hunt was epic We loved discovering the Berliner Bär and the history behind Manfred Katz- Stolperstein Truly eye-opening
Alex Carter
FAQs.
How do we start?
Is this activity good for kids?
What makes Essen Scavenger Hunt unique?
Are there discounts available?
Is prior knowledge needed for the Essen Scavenger Hunt?
How long does Essen Scavenger Hunt take?
What should we expect to see on Essen Scavenger Hunt?
What is the full list of all the scavenger hunts and activities that I can do in Essen
Gifting FAQs.
How Do I Gift a Scavenger Hunt?
Can I Gift Tickets or Annual Passes?
When and Where Do I Receive The Gift Certificate?
Who Becomes the Primary Member â Me or The Gift Recipient?
Why It's The Perfect Gift
Is Anything Shipped Physically?
What is the full list of all the scavenger hunts and activities that I can do in Essen
Other great activities
© 2016-2025 Let's Roam, LLC. Letâs RoamÂŽ is a registered trademark. All Rights Reserved.
Hey! Sorry to interrupt.
Weâre Charlie and Mike, founders of ScavengerHunt.com
Want an extra 10% Off Your Order?
NO, CONTINUE SHOPPING
Unlock your extra 10% off your first order!
Final step to get your extra 10% off!
MAYBE LATER
