Turn Leiden into a playground: a self-guided pub trail where an app sends clues, quick pub games earn points, and you choose the cafés. Expect canal-side streets, student bars, and 2–3 hours of urban puzzles and playful competition.
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You step off a canal bridge with the app open and a dice on your phone; the Oude Rijn gurgles past and seems to dare you to take the next challenge. The group threads through narrow streets, past townhouses, and into a café where a quick pub game decides who moves on with a prize.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; minimal walking but requires standing for short pub games and navigating steps or cobbles.
Wildlife
History
Leiden grew wealthy on cloth production in the late Middle Ages and later hosted Pilgrims who used the city’s ports; many historic facades and the Hortus botanicus reflect that legacy.
Conservation
Stick to existing paths and cafés, avoid littering along the canals, and support local businesses — small tips help keep historic city centers vibrant.
Reserve your spot on the Pub Trail Leiden: an adventure full of surprises today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged smartphone
The Pub Trail runs through a mobile app — a dead battery means no clues or scoring.
Wear grippy shoes
Cobblestones and canal bridges can be slick; closed-toe shoes with traction help you stay steady.
Pace drinks and hydrate
This is a game-focused walk, not a fast pub crawl — hydrate and eat between stops to keep energy up.
Reserve for larger groups
If you’re a party of 8+, check café seating ahead to avoid split groups during challenges.
Smartphone with internet
Runs the Pub Trail app and displays clues and mini-games.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction on cobbles and comfort for 3–5 km of walking.
Portable charger
Keeps your phone powered through the game and photo opportunities.
Light rain jacket
Leiden weather can change quickly; a packable jacket keeps you comfortable between cafés.
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