Nijmegen Roman Quest: Walk Ancient Noviomagus

3.0(2)1 h 30 minFree cancellationBy Questo

About this activity

Step into the oldest city in the Netherlands and rediscover its Roman past as Noviomagus. In this self-guided walking quest, your guide is Quintus Tullius Crispus, a young soldier of the Tenth Legion who sweeps floors, polishes shields, and dreams of retiring to a quiet farm. Follow him on your phone through Nijmegen, solving riddles, decoding Latin, and uncovering 2,000-year-old stories at your own pace.

Across 11 stops and roughly 1.7 km, you will meet Emperor Trajan, decode the meaning of Noviomagus, count Roman columns reused in the Barbarossa Ruin, hunt for legion stamps in the walls of Sint-Nicolaaskapel, peer through glass at original Roman masonry and underfloor heating, and stand above the grave of the Lead Lady, an everyday woman buried here around 200 AD.

Start anytime and finish in about 85 minutes. Great for solo travellers, couples, families, and small groups. Wear comfy shoes and bring water. Best in daylight; avoid when the river is high.

What's included

✓Real history at every stop, from emperors and legions to ordinary Roman citizens
✓Iconic stops: Trajan, the Barbarossa Ruin, Sint-Nicolaaskapel, Roman wall, Lead Lady
✓Self-guided Roman history adventure through Nijmegen
✓Story-driven puzzles with Quintus, your Roman soldier-guide from the Tenth Legion
✓Flexible scheduling, start anytime, play at your own pace
✓One device works for up to 3 players; buy extra licences for the full multiplayer experience

Not included

✕Live tour guide (self-guided via the Questo app)

Meeting and pickup

The game starts at the kiosk in Hunnerpark. After booking, we'll message you a code and activation link. Activate with your own email, then log in to the Questo app with that email. No message? Open the Questo app, tap "Bought a quest somewhere else?" and enter your booking reference number.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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