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Gdansk Watchmaker's Curse: Self-Guided Mystery Walk

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Overview

Solve a self-guided mystery walk through Gdansk hunting nine cursed clocks. The clockmaker Hans Düringer cursed Gdansk's timepieces after the city blinded him. The prophecy says you can lift the curse, but only if you find every hidden clock he sabotaged.

Use the Questo app on your phone to follow the trail across 15 real Gdansk landmarks: St. Mary's Basilica, City Hall, the Gdansk Crane, St. John's Church, St. Catherine's tower, and the Gradowa Mountain viewpoint. Solve riddles, decode codes, and meet Napoleon, Daniel Fahrenheit, and John Hevelius along the way.

Each chapter has its own puzzle and a piece of Gdansk history, from the 14th-century Crane to the 1561 carillon.

Start anytime, pause whenever, and pick up where you left off. This is a longer quest than most: allow around 3 hours for the full 3.8 km route.
Perfect for history fans, repeat Gdansk visitors, and anyone wanting to see the city through a story.

What's Included

  • Real landmarks: St. Mary's, City Hall, the Crane, St. Catherine's, Gradowa Mountain
  • Story-driven challenges hunting nine cursed clocks across the city
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace, pause and resume
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the app)
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Świętego Ducha 67/71/
80-834 Gdańsk, Poland

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This activity ends back at the meeting point.

What To Expect

As you solve challenges, the story unfolds and exact directions on your phone will guide you to the next location. Ready for an adventure?

Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our talented writers.

After your booking, you will receive an email with instructions on how to download and play the game on your phone.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gdansk Watchmaker’s Curse: Self-Guided Mystery Walk?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-107194P415

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Gdansk Watchmaker’s Curse: Self-Guided Mystery Walk?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Real landmarks: St. Mary's, City Hall, the Crane, St. Catherine's, Gradowa Mountain.
  • Story-driven challenges hunting nine cursed clocks across the city.
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace, pause and resume.
  • Local history: 14th-century Crane, 1561 carillon, Hevelius astronomy, Watchmaker legend.
  • Self-guided mystery walk in 15 chapters across Gdansk.
  • Clues, hints, and a map in the app to guide you between locations.
The following is NOT included:
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the app).
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Accessibility information for the Gdansk Watchmaker's Curse: Self-Guided Mystery Walk is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Gdansk Watchmaker’s Curse: Self-Guided Mystery Walk will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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What's Included

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  • Real landmarks: St. Mary's, City Hall, the Crane, St. Catherine's, Gradowa Mountain
  • Story-driven challenges hunting nine cursed clocks across the city
  • Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace, pause and resume
  • Local history: 14th-century Crane, 1561 carillon, Hevelius astronomy, Watchmaker legend
  • Self-guided mystery walk in 15 chapters across Gdansk
  • Clues, hints, and a map in the app to guide you between locations
  • Live tour guide (self-guided via the app)

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Operated by a business

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