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Metz Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
About this experience
The Best Way to Discover Metz: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a refreshing drink at Place St Louis or a stroll by the Fontaines de l’Esplanade and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Learn the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Gare de Metz, Serpentine Gate, Place de la République de Metz, Fontaines de l’Esplanade, New Temple, Metz Cathedral, Place d’Armes, Église Notre-Dame, Place St Louis, and German Gate.
What to expect
A Seamless & Flexible Start: Download the World City Trail app and use your 10-digit booking reference to log in. Note: This is 100% self-guided; no one will be waiting for you. Start anytime 24/7. We suggest starting at the Gare de Metz (Metz Train Station) for the best route, though you can start/finish anywhere. Interactive Exploration: Navigate a 3.7km walk (~47 mins walking time). Solve riddles using imagination and observation at stops like the breathtaking Metz Cathedral or the historic Place d’Armes to unlock your next spot. Total activity lasts ~3 hours on average, depending on your pace and breaks. Your Tour, Your Way: Customize your route, change the order of places, or skip stops to fit your schedule. Pause for a break to enjoy a Quiche Lorraine in a local bistro or to explore a site and resume exactly where you left off. There is no time limit—your access lasts for a full year. Stories & Tips: Unlock legends and history via text at sites like the New Temple and the medieval German Gate. Includes hand-picked local restaurant and shop tips. Available in 6 languages: EN, DE, FR, NL, IT, ES. Note: Outdoor-only; internet required.
What’s included
- Navigation: GPS navigation included via the app.
- World City Trail App: Download the app and use the 10-digit ticket number. Select "Create" to start.
- Insider Tips: Access to local recommendations for authentic restaurants and shops.
- Each stop includes optional AI text-to-speech narration, so you can listen instead of reading.
- 24/7 Live Support: Contact us at our official chat (Please note: No phone support available).
- Custom Finish: Choose where to end; doesn't finish at the starting location.
Not included
- Live Guide: 100% self-guided; no one will meet you at the start—start anytime you want.
- Not needed for our activity, every puzzle is related to the outdoor areas of the attractions and you won’t need to pay anything extra or enter the attractions.
- Max 15 people per booking in Metz. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
Tour & ticket options
Options may have different inclusions and meeting points. Choose your option when booking on Viator.
Metz Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Meeting & pickup
- Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
End point
- Open your booking confirmation email and tap “Get Ticket”, read carefully the ticket details. Download World City Trail app, select create at the first page, use your booking reference (found in your ticket) and select your starting location.
Download the App: Get the World City Trail app from the App Store or Play Store. Locate Your Ticket Number: Open your booking confirmation PDF. Your login code will be either a 10-digit number, or start with "BR-" followed by 10 digits, or "VIA-" followed by 10 digits. Log In: In the app, select "Create" and enter your details. Use the ticket number as your Booking Reference. Timing: Your code becomes active 24 hours before your selected booking date. You will not be able to log in earlier than this. Customize Your Walk: Once logged in, you can choose your own start and end points and customize your route based on your location. Instant Help: If you face any issues, chat with us at worldcitytrail.com/chat. Please note that we do not offer phone support; the live chat is our only official support channel.
Before you go
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Total Flexibility: Start anytime you want—there is no fixed schedule. You can pause and resume as often as you like.
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from going, you can do the tour any other day. You can even contact us to change the tour to a different city!
- Technical Requirements: A fully charged smartphone and an active mobile data connection are required. Important: Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Essential Gear: We recommend wearing weather-appropriate clothes and comfortable walking shoes.
- Support Policy: We offer 24/7 live assistance via worldcitytrail chat. Please note that we do not offer phone support; the chat link is our only official support channel.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.