The Horsens Treasure Hunt
How many windows does the water tower from 1913 have? Who sketched the building Horsens Museum? How fun is the new playground at the Industrial Museum? Come along for a treasure hunt and experience Horsens from a new perspective.
Treasure hunt in Horsens
Take for a fun-filled walk through Horsens and experience the city from a whole new perspective. Along the way, adventurous treasure hunters will be challenged with fun tasks and tricky questions in the quest for the much-coveted Horsens gold medal.
First you will need to get your hands on a treasure map. I will gladly share my only copy with you so you can print it out. You could also pick one up at one of the museums along the route or at KiDS Coolshop in the shopping centre Bytorv Horsens.
The hunt starts in the middle of the pedestrian street Søndergade, and there are quite a few parking lots nearby, by the way.
But beware - the route is 5,5 kilometres long, and both your legs and your mind will be put to the test as you and your family try to solve the tasks. In a city shaped by its rich history, the exciting and secret stories emerge around every corner.
The treasure map helps you look for peculiar details and experience all the city's secrets. In this way, the treasure hunt becomes an adventure. And if you need a bit of help finding your way, you can follow this digital map along the route.
What must I do to earn the medal?
Follow these simple steps to get the medal around your neck.
- Pick up a free treasure map at KiDS Coolshop, the Industrial Museum, Horsens Museum, Horsens Art Museum or the Prison Museum (or print one out from home).
- Locate all the stops on the treasure map and complete the tasks.
- Hand in your completed map to the friendly staff at KiDS Coolshop
- Receive your custom-made medal as a memory of your accomplishment
Enjoy, and best of luck on your quest!
The energy of the big city and the idyll of the village
Horsens is an old industrial prison city which has managed to use its colourful past to its advantage. The city is blooming with culture, art, entrepreneurship, music, gastronomy and nature. A charming city deeply rooted in its history. And you will feel this as you make your way around town with a treasure map in hand.
The newly-renovated city centre calls for life and activity in the streets. There is lots of opportunity to sit down and unwind in the snug corners and sidewalk cafes - both on the very wide pedestrian street and in the intimate side streets in the Latin Quarter all oozing with atmosphere.
One of seven medals
Did you know that there are no fewer than seven treasure hunts in Kystlandet? Whoever gets all four medals is truely a great treasure hunter. In addition to the treasure hunt in Horsens, you can also explore the scenic islands of Tunø, Hjarnø and Endelave, go troll hunting in Brædstrup, discover the charming railway town Odder or head for an adventure in the lively harbour town of Juelsminde. Each treasure hunt is a cosy activity for the whole family and a hike between 4 and 8 kilometres long.
Last updated on July 22, 2025 by Casper Terkelsen