Explore Nijmegen’s Roman past on a fun, self-guided puzzle tour following a soldier's story! Visit 11 locations, crack clever clues, and uncover history at your own pace. Grab your ticket and start whenever you are ready!
Things to do Romans in Nijmegen: Self-Guided Exploration Game & Walking Tour
DISCLAIMER: You will explore by yourself using the Questo app on your phone. No physical guide or stranger groups will be involved. The full route covers approximately 3.9 km (2.4 mi) and takes around 1:30h to complete. You can play it any day, at any time. Languages available: EN, NL, DE.
This is a self-guided exploration game crafted by a passionate local storyteller and played along the ancient walls of Nijmegen. You will explore 11 different locations while following the story of a Roman legionary investigating a forgotten legion lost to time. At each location, you'll solve a real-world puzzle by searching for clues on monuments, graffiti, and facades. It stays around the old town, mixing real history with neighborhood myths only locals share. Perfect for history buffs, ancient warfare fans and curious travelers.
Starting from Spolia, the stops are spaced an average of around 350m apart, with each location taking around 8 min to complete. The route also passes through Sint-Nicolaaskapel, Spoorwegmonument and The Waal. At each location, you'll solve a challenge and receive instructions for the next chapter.
Included
Jernbanemonumentet - Jan Jacob Weve
Standbeeld Petrus Canisius
Museum Van Lymborch Brothers House
Access to the Exploration Game
Meeting point
Spolia, RVXC+25G, Nijmegen, Netherlands