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Secrets of Leeuwarden Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
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1 / 6Leeuwarden Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game
Leeuwarden, Netherlands
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About this activity
Become a detective in Leeuwarden with this self-guided Sherlock Holmes murder mystery game, where you solve puzzles and uncover clues across the city at your own pace. It's a flexible, story-driven adventure that transforms the Dutch city into your crime scene, playable solo or in teams of up to four.
Waagplein is where you pick up the case, with De Waag itself on one side and the Oldehove standing a few streets away. From there the route works through the centre of Leeuwarden, past the Fries Museum and along the canals that cut the old town into pieces. It is a self-guided walking tour written as a murder mystery, and the city supplies the rest.
Families with children, friends, couples and colleagues all play it, and so do solo detectives. A team is up to four people with one phone between them, and anything larger is split across several tickets. Leeuwarden is small and level, which means teams meet on the same corners more than once and the whole route stays inside a short radius. There is no guide walking ahead and no hour you have to be anywhere.
How to play
Getting the game running in Leeuwarden takes four steps.
- Book the City Game
- Check the instructions email
- Download the Loquiz app
- Start playing whenever you like
The case is the murder of Balthasar. You break codes, complete photo tasks and take statements from digital characters who each remember the evening differently. One puts himself behind the walls of the Blokhuispoort; another was supposedly at the Grote of Jacobijnerkerk. Somewhere between the Ceramics Museum Princessehof and the canal, the story stops holding together.
More than one team turns the streets into a contest, and that competitive edge is what makes it work for teambuilding as much as for a family afternoon. Pause whenever you like and continue later. The case ends where it began, in the middle of Leeuwarden.
Highlights
- ✓Solve an intriguing murder mystery inspired by Sherlock Holmes
- ✓Self-guided gameplay — start anytime on your chosen date
- ✓Flexible team play: solo, pairs, families, or groups up to 4 per device
- ✓Easy difficulty level, suitable for families with children
- ✓Approximately 2 hours of immersive puzzle-solving gameplay
- ✓Explore Leeuwarden's streets while uncovering plot twists and hidden clues
Insider tips
- ★Download the Loquiz app before your game date to avoid delays and familiarise yourself with the interface
- ★Play with 1–4 people sharing one device for the best collaborative experience and shared problem-solving
- ★Choose a quieter time of day (early morning or late afternoon) to focus on clues without city crowds
- ★Bring a fully charged phone and consider a portable battery pack for extended gameplay
Good to know
- •You only need to purchase 1 ticket per group (1–4 people); larger groups can buy multiple tickets
- •After booking, check your email for detailed instructions and app download details
- •The game is playable on your own schedule — no fixed start time; begin whenever suits you on your selected date
- •Easy difficulty makes it accessible for families; no special physical requirements
- •Game duration is approximately 2 hours, but you can take breaks as needed since you control the pace
Who it's for
Families with children aged 8+ seeking interactive outdoor entertainmentGroups of friends or colleagues looking for a unique team-building activityMystery and puzzle enthusiasts who enjoy Sherlock Holmes-inspired adventuresSolo travellers wanting an engaging way to explore Leeuwarden
Best time to visit
Play during daytime hours (morning or early afternoon) for better visibility of clues and easier navigation through Leeuwarden's streets. Avoid peak tourist hours (midday weekends) if you prefer a quieter experience while solving the mystery.
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