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1896: Uncover Munich's Untold Stories - Self Guided Sightseeing

Self-guided outdoor detective walk through Munich using an 1896 criminal case file and SightFacts book

Free cancellation available
Up to 24 hours before the start time
Duration: 2 hours
Service animals welcome

Experience Munich in a different way this summer as you step into a real criminal case from 1896. Set out across the summer streets of Munich and investigate using only the evidence and your wits. This is a digital detox: the whole experience is 100% offline, so you’ll work as detectives did more than 130 years ago. You can start anytime once you have the Old Town Case File — the experience is self‑guided, flexible and has no guide.

As you move through the city, the Old Town Case File will lead the story with historical riddles and pieces of evidence to examine. Along the way you’ll also get a SightFacts book that reveals exciting and often‑overlooked facts about Munich. The activity works well as a bonding outing with friends, a date, family time or an after‑work diversion. It’s entirely in your control, so you can pause whenever you like — for example, to take a break at a café — and resume when you’re ready.

Why Visit

  • Family-friendly outdoor mystery for friends, dates and family groups
  • Self-guided case file with 100% flexible start and no guide
  • Old Town Case File containing historical riddles and tangible evidence
  • SightFacts book revealing exciting, often-overlooked facts about Munich
  • Digital detox investigation fully offline with authentic 1896 detective method

What's included

  • The Old Town Case (case file guiding tour)
  • Exclusive pen to solve riddles
  • The SightFacts book about Munich

What's Not Included

    What's not included
    • Digital devices

    Accessibility

    • Service animals welcome
    • Public transit links nearby

    Additional information

    Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

    Suitable for all physical fitness levels

    Not wheelchair accessible

    Bring your ticket with you to the attraction.

    Be aware that operators may cancel for unforeseen reasons.

    You must be 18 years or older to book.

    Operated by SightSolve

    Location

    Departure point

    Marienplatz, Marienplatz, München, 80331
    Your detective journey starts by picking up the true crime case materials at Bauer & Hieber on Landschaftstraße 1, just steps away from Marienplatz! Opening Hours: Monday to Saturday from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Closed on Sundays and public holidays.

    End point

    Hofbräuhaus München, Platzl 9, München, 80331
    After an exciting 2.5 km and around 2 hours of sleuthing, your self-paced true crime adventure wraps up at the iconic Hofbräuhaus in Munich.

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