Turn Emmen into a game board: a self-guided pub trail uses an app, clues and short pub games to lead small groups through cafés and city sights. It’s part scavenger hunt, part social challenge—ideal for friends, families or team-building who want a lively, low-impact urban adventure.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
A late-afternoon sky stretches low over Emmen as your group steps off the main square and into streets that feel like a city waiting to be read. You follow clues on your phone, duck into chosen cafés, and trade riddles for rounds of quick pub games: dice on-screen, laughter around tables, and the subtle competence of a team learning a city on foot.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–4 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; mostly flat, low-impact walking
Wildlife
History
Emmen grew from peatland and a 19th-century market into a postwar regional center—its museums and dolmens reveal both ancient and recent local narratives.
Conservation
Stick to paved routes and use existing cafés to limit footprint; Emmen emphasizes accessible, low-impact tourism and caring for public green spaces.
Reserve your spot on the Pub Trail Emmen: an adventure full of surprises today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your device
The App runs the trail—carry a power bank and ensure at least one phone per group is fully charged.
Pick accessible cafés
Choose venues with space for groups and level floors if you have strollers or wheelchairs.
Mind local opening hours
Some cafés close midday—plan the route to avoid locked doors or long waits.
Set a comfortable pace
This is social, not a race—allow time for drinks, photos and bonus challenges.
Charged smartphone
Required to access the app, puzzles and scoring.
Small power bank
Ensures the app and map stay powered through the trail.
Comfortable walking shoes
Paved streets and cobbles make supportive shoes important.
Light rain jacket
Emmen’s weather can change quickly; a packable jacket keeps you comfortable.
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