Secrets of Hasselt Self-Guided Exploration Game Tour

The air in Hasselt carries a sweetness that lingers, warm and familiar. Cobblestone streets wind past cozy squares, where the scent of spice seems to rise from the very ground. Cinnamon, clove, and something older… something almost forgotten. In the shadow of time, a figure stirs. The Jenever de Bakker, once the pride of the city, awakens with a troubling realization. His legendary recipe, the one that made Hasselt taste like home, has slipped from his memory. Worse still, whispers drift through the streets. 

Someone else is searching for it. A rival, unseen but close, eager to claim the secret before it can be remembered. With only fragments left, scattered across the city like crumbs from a long-lost batch, he turns to you. Together, you follow the trail through hidden corners, lively markets, and quiet façades, where every clue smells faintly of spice and story. Hasselt leans in as you search, as if the city itself wants the recipe found. Because this is more than flour and sugar. It is memory, tradition, and the warmth that binds a place together. And when the final piece returns, the city does not just remember. It tastes like itself again. You came to explore. You stayed to save the story. 

What is the Secrets of Hasselt Exploration Game? 

A self-guided, GPS-based City Game that always takes place in Hasselt’s historic center, this interactive exploration game invites you to roam at your own pace. It is a fun, interactive way to explore the city by solving puzzles, cracking riddles, and completing photo challenges. Along the way you’ll learn about Hasselt’s history, culture, and the unique facts that make this city stand out. The game is ideal for both visitors and locals, and it suits solo players as well as groups looking for a shared adventure. 

Important Information 

- Difficulty level: intermediate 

- Duration: 2 hours 

- Tickets: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people, for more players buy additional tickets) 

- Choose a start date/time when booking, but start the game whenever you want 

- Required: smartphone with internet connection 

What is unique about the game? 

This Secrets of Hasselt City Game offers a unique experience that blends discovery of hidden spots with sightseeing in a playful, immersive way. Highlights include the Deplée Speculaas Bakery where your journey begins, the National Jenever Museum revealing the city’s spirit, the St. Quentin's Cathedral standing tall over the old town, the lively Grote Markt surrounded by historic guild houses, and the Japanese Garden of Hasselt offering a moment of quiet beauty. The game is suitable for solo play for personal excitement, or with a group for a shared experience. Players will tackle a variety of challenges including fun puzzles, tricky questions, riddles, and photo tasks to score points, unlock extra clues, and ultimately solve the final puzzle. You can pause the game at any time and resume when you like. Teams can compete for a spot on the leaderboard, making it perfect for light competition or team-building. 

How to play 

After booking you will receive an email with a direct play link. Open the link and go to the start location provided, then you can begin the Secrets of Hasselt City Game right away. If needed you can pause and resume later on any device.