Ulm's Five Gilded Sparrows: Self-Guided Exploration Game

This is a self-guided exploration game crafted by a passionate local storyteller and played through the shadowed lanes of Ulm. You will explore 12 different locations while following the story of a curious observer searching for a mechanical bird trapped in a mysterious ritual. At each location, you'll solve a real-world puzzle by searching for clues on monuments, graffiti, and facades. It stays around the old town, mixing real history with neighborhood myths only locals share. Perfect for mystery lovers, history enthusiasts and urban explorers.

Starting from Ulm City Library, the stops are spaced an average of around 350m apart, with each location taking around 10 min to complete. The route also passes through Ulmer Münster, Neue Synagoge Ulm and Max Moritz Strauss. 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 4.1 km (2.5 mi) and takes around 2:00h to complete. You can play it any day, at any time. Languages available: EN.