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Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure

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Tour of East Berlin's Greatest Escapes
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Overview

Relive the gripping stories of those who dared to escape East Berlin during the Cold War. On this thrilling quest, you’ll step into the shoes of a citizen plotting a daring escape across the Berlin Wall.

Using your smartphone, you'll solve 11 interactive puzzles as you journey through Berlin’s most iconic and historic sites, including Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Holocaust Memorial. Each challenge brings a new piece of history to life, uncovering real escape stories and hidden corners along the Wall. Walk in the footsteps of those who risked everything for freedom and experience Berlin's powerful history like never before.

What makes this tour unique?
It’s a self-paced, story-driven adventure that blends Berlin’s most emotional history with real-world exploration and interactive problem-solving.

Perfect for history buffs, curious travelers, couples, and families who want to connect deeply with Berlin’s past. Walk, solve, and unlock the courage that shaped a city.

What's Included

  • Immersive storyline about escapes from East Berlin
  • 11 interactive puzzle challenges
  • Mobile access code for the quest
  • Live tour guide
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Meeting Location

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10117 Berlin
Germany

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Pariser Platz
10117 Berlin, Germany

What To Expect

Leipziger Platz (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your escape, while also learning about a new escape story from East to West Berlin.
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GDR Watch Tower (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue the game, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
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Checkpoint Charlie (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue your escape, while also learning about a new escape story from East to West Berlin.
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Gendarmenmarkt (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next clue.
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Franzoesischer Dom (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next clue.
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Konzerthaus (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once there, you will get indications on how to continue the game, while also learning about the place you've discovered.
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Brandenburg Gate (Pass By)

You will get to this place by following a clue and solving a puzzle. Once here, you can spend as much time as you wish until starting to follow the next clue.
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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

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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Average 4.44 out of 5 stars based on 18 traveler reviews collected by City Boat Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure?
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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:
  • Immersive storyline about escapes from East Berlin.
  • 11 interactive puzzle challenges.
  • Mobile access code for the quest.
  • Flexibility: pause and resume anytime.
The following is NOT included:
  • Live tour guide.
Apr 2025
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The minimum age to participate is 1..

Apr 2025
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If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

Apr 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Berlin Wall: Greatest Escapes Self-Guided Walking Adventure will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. 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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  • Immersive storyline about escapes from East Berlin
  • 11 interactive puzzle challenges
  • Mobile access code for the quest
  • Flexibility: pause and resume anytime
  • Live tour guide

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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

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