Things to do in

Osnabrück

Do you already know Osnabrück's oldest citizens' association from 1430? Have you already admired the towers of the medieval city wall? Do you know what the so-called “witch’s walk” is all about? No? - Then come along on the evening tour with the Osnabrück night watchman! Get to know mysterious places on this entertaining tour and listen to the stories of bygone times - exciting, entertaining and with a special atmosphere. Discover secret corridors, dark alleys and many a cockish place from a long bygone era! Find out everything about the devastating city fire in which Osnabrück was almost completely destroyed or learn how the statue of the "lion poodle" is said to have once been created.

On this tour you will marvel at the most impressive buildings in Osnabrück's old town and be enchanted by stories and anecdotes from the city's varied past. Visit the historic Peace Hall. Because history was written in the town hall of the city of Osnabrück! The dove on the large door handle at the entrance portal shows: This building is a symbol of peace. The so-called Peace Hall can be visited in the town hall. It's already the second town hall in the city and a good 500 years old. The building was completed in 1512 and could therefore be used for the negotiations for the Peace of Westphalia. These took place in Osnabrück and Münster from 1643 and ended the 30 Years' War. Did the envoys really negotiate in the Peace Hall? Find out on our city tour! Furthermore, you will discover the most beautiful corners of the old town. Discover the Dom, the many beautiful half-timbered houses or the old city gate and find out how Charlemagne once foundet the city of Osnabrück.

Get to know Osnabrück at your own pace on this interactive guided app walking tour. You'll explore the city on foot and get points for solving different types of tasks: Find sights: You will use hints to find the best sights and hidden gems throughout the city. The map function in the app will guide you there. Solve questions: Once you’ve arrived at the place you’re looking for, you’ll be asked questions about the sight. Most of the time, the answers are hidden in signs, pictures, etc. A great and fun way to learn new things about the city. Have fun: During the adventure you can also expect exciting photo tasks that require a lot of creativity. If you master the snapshots, you will be rewarded with points. Along the way, you’ll reach amazing places like the “Historisches Rathaus Osnabrück", "Dom St. Peter", "Bucksturm” and many more! After booking, you’ll get a code via email with instructions on how to start. Head to the “Platz der Deutschen Einheit” and use the code to unlock the guided tour in the app. The tour ends at the “Historisches Rathaus Osnabrück”. The experience is not limited in time. You can explore the city at your own pace and take breaks. The tour lasts on average about 1-2 hours.

Go on an adrenaline-pumping adventure with the group activity 'The Hunt’. Feel the thrill of chasing or dodging as you are divided into teams - the criminals and the police. Imagine being immersed in a world of tension and strategy as the clock starts ticking and the hunt begins. It's a battle that requires strategy. The teams needs to hide, chase and run. Every minute is crucial, every minute is exciting! It's a game for people who like action and strategy. Enjoy 'The Hunt' with your friends, family or colleagues.

From one edge of the old town to the other edge – during an enjoyable hour we take you through the historic city centre and the history of Osnabrück. On this tour, you discover the "highlights" of Osnabrück's city history in a concise and concise manner and find out everything about the city's rich past, the cathedral and the so-called "Hexengang". One highlight ofr sure is the medieval city scales, that is located between the town hall and St. Mary's Church. For a long time it was the first port of call for the many merchants and traders who wanted to sell their goods at the market in Osnabrück. But what did that mean? Couldn't the businessmen simply weigh their goods themselves? Find out on our city tour! At certain times (cathedral opening times), the tour also includes a visit to Osnabrück Cathedral and the cloister.

Welcome to Osnabrück, the "City of Peace". Around 780, Charlemagne, king of the Franks, erected a stone church on the banks of the Hase River, the nucleus of today's Osnabrück. The name is presumably derived from the Low German words "Ossen" (ox) and "Brügge" (bridge). It was officially given fortification rights by Emperor Friedrich Barbarossa in 1157 and most of these medieval fortifications are still visible in the old city. From 1412-1669 Osnabrück was part of the Hanseatic League, a trade city alliance that transformed the city into a wealthy trade hub. The most famous chapter in the city's history is the "Peace of Westphalia''. A series of peace treaties were signed here, effectively ending the Thirty Years War. Peace was proclaimed in October 1648 from the town hall and would have a significant impact on European history. The city is located in the middle of a UNESCO Geo Park, 1.220 square kilometres in total area which is a nature reserve, offering a golden opportunity to go cycling or hiking in the country. See the pedestrian zone flanked by gorgeous 15th-century half-timbered sandstone houses, topped off with a war memorial to the soldiers who fought at Waterloo. The city palace was also the birthplace of King George I of England. Osnabrück is also known amongst literature and art lovers through the works of some of its sons, Erich Maria Remarque and Felix Nussbaum.

Today the police need your help because a body has been found in the church! As a special unit, you have been tasked with finding the murderer and solving the case. You will receive further information, instructions, a photo list and a map of Osnabrück by e-mail in advance. You can print out the material or download it to your cell phone. The city center is divided into sections in which you have to search for specific photo locations. As you look at the most beautiful spots in the city center, you will collect more and more clues that you can use to solve the case at the end. These clues must then be combined to find out ... who is the murderer? ... who the victim is? ... what time the person was killed? ... what weapon was used? You will have a game master at your disposal for the entire duration of the game, who will pass on the clues to you and, of course, be on hand with help and advice if you have any questions. During the game, you will have enough time to enter a café or store. Solve a murder and see all the highlights of the city center at the same time!

Have you already tried Osnabrück's different beer types? Do you know about the city's oldest brewery from 1430? Have you ever heard about the regions traditional distillery in Glandorf? No? - Then come along on the evening tour with the tipsy night watchman! Get to know mysterious places on this entertaining tour and listen to the stories of bygone times - exciting, entertaining and with a special atmosphere. Discover local liquor, dark alleys and many a secret place from a long bygone era! Find out everything about Osnabrück's brewery history or learn in which droll way the famous "Schwedentrunk" once has been created. On his tour, the night watchman will serve you various liquors and beers from the region - quaffable, full-bodied and tasty!