Treasure Hunt Cologne
The city of Cologne, celebrated for its unmistakable charm and deep history, sets the scene for a decidedly special adventure. Picture a team of modern treasure hunters armed with nothing but a smartphone and the CityHunters app, turning Cologne's streets into an entertaining playground that doubles as a team building experience and a fresh way to see the city.
An adventure at Cologne Cathedral
The journey begins at the imposing Cologne Cathedral, a central landmark in the city center. From this starting point the mission unfolds through winding alleys and lively squares, though teams can choose another launch site if preferred — the CityHunters treasure hunt is flexible. Wherever the adventure starts, the route will pass by several of Cologne's most fascinating sights.
Discover Cologne's landmarks
During the treasure hunt participants will encounter the Shrine of the Three Kings and soak up the atmosphere on the Hohenzollern Bridge with its famed love locks and sweeping views of the Rhine. Museum Ludwig and the Wallraf–Richartz Museum offer modern and classical art stops, while Great St. Martin Church and St. Gereon's Basilica impress with historic architecture. The Romano-Germanic Museum reveals ancient layers of the city, the Roonstrasse Synagogue speaks to Cologne's cultural tapestry, and a nod to local tradition can be found at 4711.
A team building event full of puzzles and challenges
The CityHunters treasure hunt in Cologne is far more than a stroll through the streets. It is an interactive team building event that calls for creativity and cooperation. With the app in hand, teams solve puzzles, decode clues and uncover hidden secrets. Each solved task brings the group closer to the goal while strengthening collaboration. Whether organized as a company outing, a department celebration or part of a company summer party, this event offers a memorable opportunity to boost teamwork.
Teamwork in the heart of Cologne
Successful treasure hunting requires more than luck; it takes courage, logic and effective teamwork. Every team member contributes distinct strengths, from puzzle-solving to clue-finding and information synthesis. The CityHunters treasure hunt is a team building experience that promotes communication and playfully enhances cooperation. With each shared step the group spirit grows and anticipation builds for the final discovery.
Flexibility and freedom for the team
The flexibility of the CityHunters treasure hunt suits modern companies perfectly. No on-site supervision is required and teams can move at their own pace, tailoring the event to their needs. Whether used as a highlight of a company summer party or as a standalone team building event in Cologne, the treasure hunt guarantees excitement and unforgettable moments.
An unforgettable experience
The blend of adventure, puzzles and the chance to explore one of Germany's most captivating cities makes the CityHunters treasure hunt an experience to remember. Let Cologne's history inspire the team as secrets are revealed and the sought-after prize comes into view. This contemporary treasure hunt will engage colleagues and leave a lasting boost to team spirit.
Adventure and enjoyment in Cologne
After a day of riddles and discoveries, the group can unwind in one of Cologne's traditional brew houses. Enjoy a cool Kölsch and sample regional specialties. A company outing to Cologne delivers cultural highlights as well as an opportunity to taste the famous Rhineland joie de vivre. The mix of adventure and local flavor makes the treasure hunt a truly special event.
Experience Cologne from a new angle and strengthen team bonds with an unforgettable team building event in Cologne. The CityHunters treasure hunt offers a fresh perspective on the city while helping to build lasting teamwork. Take the chance to explore Cologne together with colleagues and create memories that will linger long after the final clue is solved.
The event Treasure Hunt Cologne was rated by 6 customers with an average of 4,2 out of 5,0 stars.
- Participants use their own smartphones
- Flexibility through self-organization
- 10 riddle locations
- Support chat during the tour
- Picture gallery of the event
- Team chat
- Real-time leaderboard
How the event works
1. Preparation
- Beforehand, all participants install the app on their smartphones
- Teams are formed in advance or on site (max. 7 people)
- Each team’s leader starts the tour and invites the other participants
2. Let’s go!
- From tour start, our team guide is available via chat
- Teams choose their first puzzle location
- They navigate easily via the map view
- Up to 10 challenges await at notable spots around the city
3. City exploration
- Along the route, teams discover the city
- At each puzzle location, they solve tasks and earn points
- Each team member receives individual challenges in addition to the shared tasks
- Digital networking via real-time leaderboard and team chat
4. Finale
- After completing all tasks, the app guides teams safely back to the start
- A self-organized award ceremony can take place here
- Afterwards, you’ll find all photos in a protected online gallery
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We organize our team events for you on your desired date, 365 days a year. To see if your preferred date is still available, request your non-binding offer . You can freely choose your event start time between 9 am and 8 pm.
For our full-service team events, both on-site support by our guides and the provision of all materials are included, so you don’t have to worry about anything in advance. The only exception is our smartphone tours. For these, you use your own smartphones and benefit from in-app chat support that we provide free of charge.
The start and end point in Cologne is: Theo-Burauen-Platz. Click for a map view. The blue-shaded area marks our event area where our team event tasks and puzzles are located. For our Geocaching and iPad tours, you can choose your own start and end points within this area. This is not possible for smartphone tours.
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