The way we move affects our perception of the world. So, let's add some variety to our movement! Develop a funny way of walking and move in that way for the next 100 meters.
To listen is to perceive the flow of time. Take a minute, sit down, close your eyes, and listen to the sounds of the city. One by one, focus on the quieter sounds you can hear next.
For this challenge, you will leave all decisions up to Lady Luck for your next turn. Let the toss of a single coin decide which way you should go! Don’t toss twice; no one likes a cheat (especially not Lady Luck)!
Freiburg has two well-known historical city gates – the Martinstor and the Schwabentor. Visit these gates on your journey.
The challenge is to cross every bridge you come across during your city exploration to gain a new perspective from the other side.
Go to the Minster Market and browse for an item to purchase for your team. Your challenge is to haggle the price down and get a good bargain.
The small canals that flow through the streets of Freiburg are called Bächle. Awaken your inner explorer and let a small boat, stick, or leaf float in one of the Bächle in Freiburg to see how far it takes you.
Find the highest accessible point in your surroundings from which you can get a view of Freiburg's skyline. You can access the rooftop of some shopping malls or get a great view from the Minster tower. The important thing is that you get up high!
Photos are great for capturing memories, but a drawing is created through a personal filter, making it something truly unique and special.
Many things in everyday life are often overlooked. However, when viewed with attention, they reveal their beauty. This may be the color or texture of a surface or a special arrangement of objects.
When people perform an action in synchrony as a group, it automatically attracts others to join. For example, simply looking at a specific point together is enough to create interest.
Playing a game, / City's grand soul now revealed, / Words work their magic.
Find street musicians who gift the city with their music, and play, sing or dance along. Clapping with your hands alone doesn't count. If you like, give something back to the musicians.
All over the city, you can find pictures and posters of celebrities. Choose one and step into their shoes for a while. If you choose a singer, for example, sing one of their songs.
Freiburg houses are known for their beautiful old Fachwerk architecture. However, this particular house is unique and special in its own right.
artjamming is a cafe where you can unleash your artistic side. Take a glimpse at the paintings being created on canvas there!
The passage of time leaves visible and tangible marks on the surfaces of objects. Often, facades of houses or the doors of residential buildings display beautiful decorations from bygone eras.
The construction of Freiburg Minster spanned over 300 years. It was started in the Romanesque style and mostly completed in the Gothic style. Visit the Minster and distinguish between the two architectural styles.
In front of the university you will find statues of philosophers. In old Greece philosophers would give their speeches in the streets. Now it's your turn.
In downtown Freiburg, there is a memorial fountain for an old synagogue that used to stand in the same location. The original synagogue was destroyed, and a new one has been built since then.
When we practice small acts of kindness, we create the world we want to live in. Perform an action that brings kindness into the world. You could hold the door for someone, express appreciation, or offer help to a person in need of support.
Our mission is to infuse the world with playfulness and connection through our game. To accomplish this, we need players to share their fun experiences, giving others a taste of what our game is all about.
We love Challenges! Be creative and invent your own Challenge to test our limits! We will do our best to complete all submitted Challenges (as long as they are doable). We share the results on instagram/tiktok @urbanchallenger.
Share your superpower with each other. Choose an ability or trait that you like about yourself, and find a body posture that expresses this superpower.
Let's fill the streets with laughter! It's really simple: "If you tell me a joke, I'll tell you one too." Approach a stranger on the street and exchange jokes. The challenge is to make the stranger laugh.
Create a unique greeting ritual for your team with at least five steps. You can also incorporate other body parts besides hands into the sequence. You can now use this ritual to celebrate the successful completion of a challenge.
In the Freiburg region the people speak a dialect called Alemannisch. It is time for you to pick up some words and phrases from the locals! Ask a person from Freiburg to teach you a phrase in Allemannisch.
When was the last time you sent a postcard to someone? Choose a nice card and write an analog greeting to friends or family.
Besorgt euch eine Blume und tauscht sie mit jemandem auf der Straße gegen etwas ein, was diese Person euch geben möchte.
Plants face many challenges in urban environments. Compacted and sealed soils, along with extreme heat and drought due to climate change, take a toll on them. However, with some care, we can assist plants and connect with nature.
Let's make the world greener! Organize seeds for flowers or other plants as well as some loose humus and make seed bombs. Throw them in a suitable place where you have permission.
Freiburg is renowned for its use of renewable energy and climate-conscious architecture. As you explore the city, seek out three examples of environmentally friendly living here.
The Dreisam River carries cold water from the Black Forest mountains through Freiburg. To experience the freshness of this water, step into the river with your bare feet.
Many wild animal species have adapted quite well to life in urban environments. Look for a wild animal in the city and observe how it shapes its live in this unique habitat.
Find a park, take off your shoes, and walk barefoot through the grass. It can be incredibly refreshing and stimulating for the senses. Depending on the neighborhood, it can also be a challenge to find a nice section of the park without dog poop. But you can do it!
Find a recipe that represents the local culture. How about trying Flädlesupp or Flammkuchen? The challenge is to find the recipe without using the internet, but instead by asking people from Freiburg!
The Lange Rote is a famous sausage that can be found at the traditional Minster farmer's market. Visit the market and try this local delicacy.
Trying something new can be like opening a door to another world. Explore the world of food by searching for a dish you've never tried before. Perhaps there are special local delicacies that you have yet to discover.
