Mainz Lost Relic: Self-Guided Exploration Game & Walking Tour

This is a self-guided exploration game crafted by a passionate local storyteller and played through the medieval quarter of Mainz. You will explore 10 different locations while playing as a printing pioneer searching for an ancient relic tied to the city's past. At each location, you'll solve a real-world puzzle by searching for clues on monuments, graffiti, and facades. The route stays in the old town, blending real history with rumors only longtime residents know. Perfect for history lovers, puzzle solvers and city explorers.

Starting from Gautor, the stops are spaced an average of around 150m apart, with each location taking around 7 min to complete. The route also passes through Mahnmal der Deutschen Einheit, Bischöfliches Dom- und Diözesanmuseum and Hoher Dom St. Martin zu Mainz. At each location, you'll solve a challenge and receive instructions for the next chapter.

DISCLAIMER: You will explore by yourself using the Questo app on your phone. No physical guide or stranger groups will be involved. The full route covers approximately 1.7 km (1.1 mi) and takes around 1:15h to complete. You can play it any day, at any time. Languages available: EN.