The Battle of Visby: A Self-Guided Walking Tour Game

Visby, SE
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Included

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    The StoryTourist app
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    This tour belongs to you after purchase, you can use it any time you want and as often as you wish.
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    Audio guide in English or Swedish

Excluded

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    A live guide
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    Smartphone and headphones (use your own)

Meeting Point

Since this is a self-guided walking tour, there will be no guide to meet you. Instead, you go to the starting point, open the StoryTourist app on your phone and start the tour. The starting point of this tour is located on the corner of Artilleribacken in Visby, Sweden.

Meeting point

Visby , Sweden

End point

End Point

The tour ends outside the Gotland museum.

Meeting point

Strandgatan 14, 621 56 Visby , Sweden

End point

What to expect

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Visby

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This self-guided walking tour game starts by a big tree at Artilleribacken in Visby, Sweden. Sigge the cat is hiding in the tree, but he'll come down and join you for a walk.

Duration 5 minutes
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Skansport

You follow Sigge and walk the steps up onto the Visby city wall, to look for his master. Once there, you see the lit beacon fires outside the wall. It seems like the enemy is approaching?

Duration 5 minutes
3

Söderport (Southern Gate)

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You walk alongside the medieval Visby city wall as you follow Sigge's master towards the next gate. People start gathering outside, preparing for battle.

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Kajsarporten

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You help Sigge move some rocks and climb out through a hole in the city wall. Suddenly, you find yourself in the middle of the battle field, with arrows coming from every direction! Sigge asks for your help to stay safe against enemy fire.

Duration 5 minutes
5

Korsbetningen

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Once the battle is over you follow Sigge to the memorial of the fallen Gotlanders - a stone cross at Korsbetningen. Sigge is worried his master might be amongst the dead, and you help him look through some items left in the area to see if any of it belongs to him.

Duration 5 minutes
6

Visby

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You see the Danish King enter Visby after the battle, and you decide to make your way back into town. As you walk, Sigge asks to make a stop at a beautiful Visby lookout point to show you something.

Duration 5 minutes
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St. Karin Cathedral Ruins

You reach the St. Karin cathedral ruins - a church built in the 1200's - and the main city square. Is it really true that the Danish King threatens to burn Visby to the ground, unless its citizens collect all their valuables and give them to him? Sigge helps you to sort fact from fiction.

Duration 5 minutes
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Visby

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You go back to Sigge's house, to look for his master there. On the way, Sigge tells you about the aftermath of the battle.

Duration 5 minutes

The experience can be subject to change due to bad weather or unforseen circumstances. We always endeavour to give you the best possible experience.

Additional Information

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    Public transportation options are available nearby
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    Service animals allowed
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    Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Provided by StoryTourist

What our experts say

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    Start the tour early to enjoy sights.
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    Visit the Gotland museum after the tour.
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    Bring your own headphones for the audio guide.
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    Check out nearby cafes at Stora Torget.
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    Look for the big tree at Artilleribacken to start.

More About this Experience

Introduction

Embark on a thrilling journey through history with The Battle of Visby Self-Guided Walking Tour Game. This unique experience allows you to explore the Danish invasion of Visby in 1361 through the eyes of Sigge the cat, offering a fresh perspective on a pivotal moment in time.

What to expect?

Immerse yourself in the captivating story of Visby's past as you navigate the streets of the city, dodging Danish soldiers and solving missions along the way. This self-guided audio tour combines education with entertainment, making it an engaging experience for visitors of all ages.

Who is this for?

History enthusiasts, families, and curious travelers looking for a fun and interactive way to learn about Visby's heritage will find this tour to be a perfect fit. The game-like format appeals to those seeking a unique and memorable experience during their visit to Visby.

Why book this?

The Battle of Visby Self-Guided Walking Tour Game offers a one-of-a-kind opportunity to explore the city's history in an innovative and engaging way. By following Sigge the cat's story, visitors can immerse themselves in the past while enjoying a fun and interactive experience that brings history to life.

Good to know

When you book this tour, you gain access to a GPS-based app that serves as your guide and narrator throughout the experience. Simply download the app to your phone, put on your headphones, and let the adventure begin. With the flexibility to start, pause, and end the tour at your convenience, you can explore Visby's history at your own pace.

Reviews

Travelers who have embarked on The Battle of Visby Self-Guided Walking Tour Game have praised its innovative approach to storytelling and immersive gameplay. Many have found the experience to be both educational and entertaining, making it a must-do activity for anyone visiting Visby. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to discover the city's past in a whole new light.

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