Escape Tour Paderborn
Discover the city's secret exit!
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Discover Paderborn in a different way
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Escape within 2 hours
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The Story of Paderborn
Starting location: Westernstraße
It is the winter of 1316 in Paderborn. The city is struggling with extreme cold, high taxes and a food crisis. Everyone is struggling. Well, almost everyone ... Prince-Bishop Bernard V of Lippe has nothing to complain about. He is warm and enjoys an abundance of food daily. But the population is no longer putting up with it!
The frustrated inhabitants, exhausted and starving, revolt. Armed, the angry mob reports to the Franziskanerkloster to hold the prince-bishop accountable. But the fit Bernard has sneaked out through the back door. He has heard of a secret exit from the city. Will he succeed in finding it unseen?
Escape the city
This is where the Escape Tour Paderborn starts. You will help Bernard with his search for the secret exit. In this unique city game you will solve various assignments, questions and riddles. Meanwhile, you will pass by the most beautiful spots of the city. Will you find the secret exit within 2 hours? Then you have a chance to get on the Wall of Fame. The search starts in front of the Franziskanerkloster, good luck!
Highlights of Paderborn
Want to explore more of Paderborn? Combine your tour with these attractions, which are perfect to visit before or after your tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
The story of Paderborn begins with Bernard V of Lippe. Bernard is called to account by an exhausted population. 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 Paderborn, every code, question, and clue revolves around Bernard's escape.
Yes, the Escape Tour a great activity for a city trip, a day out, or a group outing. You’ll explore Paderborn together and discover the city through riddles, clues, and Bernard’s story.
You don't just discover Paderborn with your eyes—you also discover it by solving puzzles. The story surrounding Bernard turns the city into a playground full of little secrets.
Eventually, you'll be searching for the secret exit from Paderborn. But it's not that easy to find. You'll have to follow Bernard's story, solve puzzles, and make the right connections along the way.
Ready to escape from Paderborn?
Take on the challenge!