Fribourg City Scavenger Hunt & Walking Game

Summary

Self-Guided Fribourg Puzzle Walk with App Access

Step into Fribourg’s winding streets with your phone as your guide—solve riddles at Samson’s fountain, snap creative photos by Bern’s bridge, and wander at your own pace. With playful challenges and plenty of time for coffee breaks or detours, you’ll see the city through curious eyes—and maybe laugh more than you expect.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll admit, I didn’t expect to get so caught up in a scavenger hunt in Fribourg. We started near Samson’s fountain, phones out, the app chirping its first riddle at us. The air had that faint smell of bread from a bakery somewhere nearby (I never did find it), and the cobblestones were still damp from last night’s rain. My friend tried to guess the answer before we even reached the next spot—she was wrong, but her laugh echoed down the alley anyway.

The clues led us through winding lanes and across Bern’s bridge, where an old man nodded at us as if he knew exactly what we were up to. At Saint-Nicolas Cathedral, we had to find something hidden in plain sight on a plaque—took us longer than I want to admit. There was this moment when a group of school kids ran past, shouting in French and German, and it just felt like we’d stumbled into someone else’s weekday. The app kept things moving but never rushed us; we took a break for coffee halfway through (not included, but honestly necessary).

Some of the photo tasks got pretty silly—I’m not sharing those pictures—but I liked how it made us notice details I’d have missed otherwise. You can do the whole thing in English, French, or German (we switched back and forth just for fun). There’s no guide hovering over you; it’s just you, your friends (or solo), and whatever you notice along the way. I still think about that view from the bridge when the sun finally came out—kind of wish I’d lingered there longer.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Fribourg Scavenger Hunt and Sights

• Explore Fribourg on foot solving puzzles
• Find sights using app hints
• Solve questions about each sight
• Complete creative photo tasks
• Visit Samson’s fountain, Saint-Nicolas Cathedral, Bern’s bridge

Top questions

How long does the Fribourg scavenger hunt take?

The tour usually lasts about 1–2 hours but isn’t limited in time—you can go at your own pace.

Do I need a guide for this walking tour?

No guide is needed; it’s fully self-guided using an app on your smartphone.

Is this scavenger hunt available in English?

Yes, you can play in English, French, or German.

Where does the scavenger hunt start?

You begin at a starting point provided after booking; details come with your access code.

Are there any physical requirements?

The walk is suitable for all fitness levels but not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers.

Can I take breaks during the scavenger hunt?

Yes, you can pause anytime and continue whenever you like.

What do I need to bring?

You’ll need a smartphone with the app downloaded and internet access for clues and maps.

What’s included

Your day includes full access to the Explorial App for a self-guided walking tour and scavenger hunt around Fribourg—just download after booking and start whenever you’re ready.