Geocaching: treasure hunt with GPS

In short: Geocaching is a worldwide treasure hunt in which hidden containers (“caches”) are searched for using GPS coordinates. All you need is a smartphone or GPS device.

In more detail: The hiding places are laid out by other players and published with coordinates and hints on platforms.

In detail

• Cache types: Traditional caches, puzzle caches (mystery) and multi-stage caches.
• Logbook: Found caches are entered in a small logbook.
• Swapping: Small items may be swapped, always of equal value.
• Rules: Hide it again as you found it; do not damage nature.
• Safety: Never enter dangerous places, respect private property.
• Equipment: Pen, phone with map, possibly a torch (wandern-sicher-planen, gps-und-satellitennavigation).
• With children: A good way for trips in nature.