Escape Tour Bern
Discover the city's secret exit!
Start whenever you want
Play on your own smartphone
Discover Bern in a Different Way
Come explore some hidden gems at
and let yourself be surprised.
Escape within 2 hours
Get on the wall of fame at
or take it easy.
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Bern's Story
At the beginning of the 20th century, conscription was introduced in Germany. It may have been necessary, but not everyone was happy about it. Certainly not Albert Einstein! He was so fed up with it that he decided to emigrate to Switzerland. What did he care about that German citizenship? Not a damned thing!
Having arrived in Bern, Einstein built a new life. He continued his studies and not much later he met Mileva. Their mutual interest resulted in a marriage that was crowned with three fantastic children. Life in the beautiful town of Bern was good and everyone was enjoying themselves. Nothing wrong, you would think. Until the world-famous scientist had to flee the city in a hurry.
Escape the city
With the Escape Tour Bern you will discover why and how Einstein had to search for the secret exit. On the basis of the app you will wander along special places of the city. Meanwhile you complete fun assignments and cryptic riddles that appear on the smartphone screen. Will you find Bern's secret exit within 2 hours? Then you will be rewarded with a spot on the Wall of Fame. The search starts at Bärenplatz, good luck!
Highlights of Bern
Want to explore more of Bern? Combine your tour with these attractions, which are perfect to visit before or after your tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bern's story begins with Albert Einstein. Einstein was building a new life in Bern but suddenly had to flee. As you follow the route, you'll discover, step by step, which path leads to the exit.
You play on your own, but the mission feels anything but casual. In Bern, every code, question, and clue revolves around Albert Einstein's escape.
Yes, the Escape Tour a great option for a city trip, a day out, or a group activity. You’ll explore Bern together and discover the city through riddles, clues, and the story of Albert Einstein.
You don't just discover Bern with your eyes—you also discover it by solving puzzles. The story surrounding Albert Einstein turns the city into a playground full of little secrets.
Ultimately, you're searching for Bern's secret exit. But it's not that easy to find. You'll have to follow Albert Einstein's story, solve puzzles, and make the right connections along the way.