Explore Oban Differently
Discover somewhere new - or rediscover somewhere you thought you knew.

- Follow a carefully planned self-guided route through the area
- Use real landmarks and features to crack around 18 clever clues
- Notice fascinating features you'd normally walk straight past
- Great fun for everyone from 6 to 106
- Around 2 hours of exploring
Around 2 miles of walking - One trail is perfect for up to 5 people
How it Works
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1. Choose how you want to explore
Use the App, print your Trail at home, or let us print and post it to you.
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2. Access it
instantlyYour App and PDF are ready immediately, whichever option you choose.
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3. Explore
& solveFollow the route and crack the sneaky clues along the way.
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4. Submit
your answerEnter your final
answer online to
reveal the ending.
Great detectives needed!
A mystery is waiting to be solved in
Oban
Multi-mega billionaire hotel owner, Jerry Atric, 76, has vanished without a trace from his luxurious penthouse suite at Hotel de Posh in Oban. The town is buzzing with rumours of foul play, with many speculating that it may be connected to Atric's rumoured planned takeover bid for another major hotel chain. It's up to YOU to follow the Trail, crack the Clues, eliminate innocent suspects, and discover the truth behind Atric's disappearance!
Investigation Through Oban's Esplanade & Square
Embark on an exciting self-guided detective mystery themed Treasure Trail through the picturesque town of Oban. Starting at the railway station near the main pier, your adventure will take you along the seafront to North Pier and then along the esplanade to the war memorial. From there, you'll journey through Corran Halls, the town's distillery, and Argyll Square, before ending with magnificent views of Oban from Pulpit Hill.
As you follow the Trail route, keep your eyes peeled for sneaky clues hidden on existing buildings, permanent features, and monuments. Can YOU solve the riddles and eliminate the suspects to uncover the truth?
DCI Evan Acklew needs YOUR detective skills to crack this case! Are YOU up for the challenge?
Every clue brings you closer to the truth...
Piece together the evidence, identify the culprit and discover how the case ends.
Trail Information
Trail Information
Trail Location
The Oban Treasure Trail starts at:
Oban Train Station
Station Road
Argyll and Bute
Argyll And Bute
PA34 4NU
Scotland
Detective Mystery Trail
The Details
- A Detective Mystery themed walking Treasure Trail around Oban
- Ideal for discovering more about where you live or exploring somewhere new
- Trails are done in your own time at your own pace
- This Trail is approximately 2 miles long and takes 2 hours to complete
- This Trail is suitable for all ages from 6 - 106 (no children necessary!)
- One Trail booklet is enough for 4-5 people
- Circular loop Trail
- Mobile phone text service for clue answers if you get stuck, ensuring that no mystery goes unsolved
- This Trail can be sent to you in the post or downloaded today for instant Trailing fun!
Mini Detective Club
Mini Detective Club
We have three super duper themed Clubs for your child to enjoy as part of their Treasure Trail experience.
Perfect for 4-8 year olds, the concept behind the Clubs is that your child will get a bundle of goodies to excite
them about their forthcoming Trail experience, something to keep them entertained whilst travelling to and from
the Trail, and something to be given on completion of the Trail as a keepsake.
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What is a Treasure Trail?
What is a Treasure Trail?
