From € 93 per group - Playable all year round - Cancellation up to 7 days free of charge
Max von Duttenhofer on the trail of
Getting closer to the truth
The story
🇬🇧 Also available in English! Just select the English option during the booking process.
🇫🇷 Également disponible en français ! Il suffit de sélectionner l'option " Français " lors du processus de réservation.
Rottweil, summer 1903: The eccentric inventor and industrial magnate Max von Duttenhofer has recently disappeared without a trace. His controversial image as a benefactor and unscrupulous capitalist at the same time has recently been described as paranoid and whimsical. Von Duttenhofer spends most of his time in secretive machinations and clandestine activities in his powder factory. Rumours spread that his disappearance could be linked to a new, ground-breaking invention, among many other understandable reasons.
During their unsuccessful investigations, the police unit assigned to Duttenhofer's case finally comes across a strange device, which immediately turns out to be a red-hot lead. In order to uncover how the Nitromat2000 works step by step, hidden clues have to be found and enigmatic ciphers solved. During their search, the investigators delve deep into the dark world of an ingenious and dangerous inventor, at the end of which a serious decision awaits them.
"The Secret of the Powder Factory" takes you along unknown paths through Rottweil's industrial past and sheds new light on the mysterious life of Max von Duttenhofer in a fantastic way - exciting, puzzling and full of discoveries. An experience for families, friends and teams who fancy a shared adventure between history and industrial charm.
An exciting adventure in industrial Rottweil - follow in the footsteps of inventor Duttenhofer and uncover the secret of his powder factory.
At a glance
Duration
2h
Distance
1.4km
Puzzle complexity
Difficulty Route
simple | barrier-free!
Start & End Point
Car park Experimentierwelten Rottweil
Language(s)
German, English, French
Short & compact
- 🇬🇧 Also available in English! Just select the English option during the booking process.
- 🇫🇷 Également disponible en français! Il suffit de sélectionner l'option " français " lors du processus de réservation.
- Book without risk: Cancellation up to 7 days free of charge - Appointment can be postponed up to 48 hours - Participants can be flexibly adapted
- Recommended from the age of 14 (younger accompanying persons free of charge)
- For 3-48 people
- Playable all year round
- From € 93 per group (plus system fee for online bookings)
- Alternative Buchung für Firmen & große Gruppen wenn ihr lieber auf Rechnung buchen möchtet, schreibt uns eine Mail ins Büro: info@berggeheimnis.com
Prices & Planning
Key data:
- Approx. 0.5 hours walking time
- Approx. 1.5 hours puzzle time
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Playing equipment:
- A fully equipped set of puzzle equipment, the Nitromat2000, as bequeathed by Max von Duttenhofer.
- All the necessary utensils are provided - all you need is your spirit of discovery and a good mood!
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Highlights
Time travel experience:
Immerse yourself in the year 1903, when the inventor and industrial magnate Max von Duttenhofer challenged the limits of the possible with secret experiments in his powder factory. With Nitromat2000 and mysterious records, you follow in his footsteps - into a world between science, power and madness.
Unique mix of history and adventure:
Experience how Rottweil's industrial past, true events and imaginative puzzles intertwine. Each discovery brings you closer to Duttenhofer's secret - an adventure that brings history to life and lets you experience it in a playful way.
Fascinating scenery between the Neckar and the factory:
Your route takes you through the historic industrial district of Rottweil and along the Neckar. Between old brick facades, old chimneys and relics of past innovations, you will feel the spirit of the age of invention.
For families, friends and teams:
The game is ideal for groups who want to puzzle, combine and discover together. Team spirit, creativity and logical thinking are required to solve the puzzles surrounding the Nitromat2000.
Interactive and handmade puzzles:
Each puzzle has been developed with attention to detail and challenges your skills in different ways. Only those who combine cleverly and think together will unravel the secrets of the powder factory.
Away from the classic escape rooms:
Here you don't play in a room - but in the industrial area in Rottweil. Industrial history, city experience and puzzle fun merge into a unique outdoor escape experience with a special flair.
Prices
Working day (Mon-Fri) | Weekends & public holidays
The larger your group, the cheaper it is per person.
Group size Working day (Mon-Fri) Weekends & public holidays
3 persons: 93 € / 99 €
4 persons: 105 € / 115 €
5 persons: 125 € / 135 €
6 persons: 149 € / 159 €
7 persons: 175 € / 185 €
8 persons: 199 € / 209 €
9 persons: 219 € / 229 €
10+ persons: from 245 €
All prices plus system fee for online bookings.
Special conditions for educational & non-profit groups (Mon-Fri)
- 99 € per rucksack
- Recommended: up to 9 participants per group
- Division into several teams possible
- Optional competition mode
What to bring
- Comfortable outdoor clothing
- Normal footwear is sufficient
- Weatherproof clothing (in case of rain or windy conditions)
- Sun protection (hat, sun cream)
- Sufficient water and snacks
- Optional: camera for beautiful souvenir photos 😇
Further information
- Please be at the adventure starting point approx. 5 minutes before your booked appointment
- You will find the puzzle equipment prepared for you in the lockers on site.
- Free parking spaces are available directly at the start & end point at the Experimental World Rottweil available.
- You will find a Publicly accessible (nice) toilet of the Wandelbar during opening hours directly at the entrance to the Neckartal Industrial Park (Changes to the Opening hours reserved)
- There is also the public Toilet at Nägelsgraben BEFORE you drive down into the Neckar valley!
We have designed this tour in such a way that we believe it is also feasible for people with physical disabilities. As we do not offer certified accessibility, we will be happy to discuss in person whether the tour meets your requirements.





















