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Gelsenkirchen, Germany

Gelsenkirchen

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Gelsenkirchen

Welcome to Gelsenkirchen, the German city that knows how to have a good time! Home to the famous Veltins-Arena, where football frenzy ignites, this lively city will keep you on your toes. Stroll through the beautiful Stadtgarten, catch a show at the Musiktheater or get lost in the fascinating exhibits at the ZOOM Children's Museum. Gelsenkirchen is the ultimate destination for adventure-seeking travelers. Game on!

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Gelsenkirchen Private Walking Tour with Professional Guide

Gelsenkirchen's history starts in 1150, but it remained a tiny village until the 19th century when the Industrial Revolution led to the growth of the entire area. In the early 20th century, Gelsenkirchen was called the "city of a thousand fires" for the flames of mine gasses flaring at night time. On this tour, you will visit one of the most important Renaissance castles of the North West region. Admire the Consol theatre, a theatre located on a former coal mine. See the Music Theater, planned, designed, and built by the Englishman Robert Adams, the two Germans Norbert Kricke and Paul Dierkes, the Swiss Jean Tinguely, and the French Yves Klein. Visit the artist's village Halfmanshof, a residential and working artistic community in 1931, which became a hub for famous artists in the 60s and 70s. All attraction entrances are to be paid on the spot by travelers since attractions are not mandatory. This tour does not include any attractions with require paid entrances.

$290.53
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3.6/5
1 h 30 mins

Private scavenger hunt around the Berge Castle in Gelsenkirchen

Play in the area around Berge Castle and prove yourself as a worthy intern in numerous mini-games. In our activities you will only achieve your goal if you can solve a series of tasks. The game communicates via an encrypted messenger service and deals with one or the other challenge on your paper chase in the city of your choice. The private detective's adventures Experienced exciting tasks. The outdoor tour experience in your city, here you become a hero of history. On our puzzle tours you will only reach your goal if you can solve a series of tasks. The private investigator communicates via an encrypted messenger service and deals with one or the other challenge on your scavenger hunt in the city of your choice You will only receive the coveted awards if you complete the missions.

$47.17
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4.5/5
1 h 30 mins

Puzzle scavenger hunt around the Gelsenkirchen stairway to heaven

On our outdoor puzzle tours you will only reach your goal if you solve a series of tasks can. The game communicates via an encrypted messenger service and keeps you busy with one or the other challenge on your scavenger hunt.

$41.26
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