Experience
Appenzell Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
5.0 from 5 travelers
In Appenzell, Swiss democracy still happens by show of hands in the village square — and the painted houses around it look like they're voting too.
About
In Appenzell, Swiss democracy still happens by show of hands in the village square — and the painted houses around it look like they're voting too. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Appenzell on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Stand on the Landsgemeindeplatz, where citizens vote in the open air by raised hand • Decode the painted facade of the Löwendrogerie, the village's most photographed pharmacy • Study the Rathaus and its frescoed walls telling Appenzell's story Around 2 hours, any group size, available in German. By the last riddle, this pocket-sized capital will have shown you Switzerland at its most traditional — and most colourful.
Good to know
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
- Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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