What exactly is the Secrets of Zürich game?

It's a self-guided, GPS-based exploration game where you navigate Zürich's historic center while solving puzzles and riddles tied to the story of Huldrych Zwingli and his missing Disputation Scroll. You'll uncover clues, complete photo challenges, and learn local history as you progress.

How long does the game take?

Approximately 2 hours at a steady pace, though you can take longer if you want to explore sites in depth or enjoy local cafés along the route.

How many people can play one ticket?

One ticket covers 1–4 players in a group. Larger groups should purchase additional tickets.

Do I need any special equipment or skills?

You'll need a smartphone with GPS and good battery life. The game is designed for intermediate difficulty, so comfort with riddles and puzzles is helpful. No special skills required.

Can I start whenever I want?

Yes, you choose your start date and time when booking and begin the self-guided adventure at your convenience.

What will I learn about Zürich?

You'll discover fascinatng facts about the city's Reformation history, local culture, and hidden architectural and cultural gems—many unknown even to local residents.

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Secrets of Zürich Self-Guided Exploration Game Tour

Zürich, Switzerland

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About this activity

A GPS-guided mystery adventure through Zürich's historic center where you solve puzzles and riddles to recover Huldrych Zwingli's lost Disputation Scroll—a pivotal Reformation document. Blending interactive storytelling with cultural discovery, you'll uncover hidden corners and fascinating history that transforms sightseeing into an engaging quest.

Zürich’s streets seem calm, but just beneath the stone, something stirs. Huldrych Zwingli, priest, reformer, and voice of a city once ablaze with change, has returned. His Disputation Scroll, the document that dared to shake centuries of silence, is missing. And with it, the city’s boldness has faded.

Now he calls on you to uncover the truth, not in grand cathedrals, but in quiet corners and whispered echoes. From tunnels to towers, every step brings you closer to the scroll and to a city that once spoke with fire. Help Zwingli restore his voice and let Zürich remember how to speak for itself.

You came to explore. You stayed to save the story.

What is the Secrets of Zürich Exploration Game?

The Secrets of Zürich City Game is a self-guided, GPS-based adventure that takes you through the heart of Zürich’s historic center. It’s an exciting and interactive way to explore the city by solving puzzles, cracking riddles, and completing fun photo challenges. As you uncover clues, you’ll learn fascinating facts about Zürich’s history, local culture, and hidden gems that even residents might not know. Perfect for visitors and locals alike, the game is designed for solo adventurers, couples, or groups of friends who love a mix of sightseeing and storytelling.

Important Information

Difficulty level: Intermediate
Duration: Approximately 2 hours
Tickets: 1 ticket per group (1–4 players, for larger groups buy additional tickets)
Start time: Choose your date and time when booking, but begin whenever you like
Requirements: Smartphone with internet connection

What Makes This Game Unique?

The Secrets of Zürich Exploration Game combines sightseeing with an interactive mystery that lets you discover the city in a completely new way. Highlights include the majestic Grossmünster, the artistic legacy of Cabaret Voltaire, the political heart at Zürich Rathaus, the elegance of Bahnhofstrasse, and the tranquil beauty of the Limmat River. Whether you play solo to test your wits or as a team for a shared adventure, you’ll face creative challenges like riddles, logic puzzles, and photo missions to score points, unlock clues, and ultimately recover Zwingli’s lost scroll.

Pause anytime to enjoy a coffee by the river, then resume your quest when ready. Compete for a top spot on the leaderboard or use the game as a dynamic and fun team-building experience. Every step uncovers a secret, and every corner holds a story waiting to be told.

How to Play

After booking, you’ll receive an email with a direct play link. Head to the start location at the Ehgraben sewer tunnel, Schifflände, open the link, and begin your journey right away. The game runs directly in your mobile browser, so no app download is needed. You can pause and continue the game at any time, making it the perfect flexible activity for exploring Zürich at your own pace.

Discover Zürich’s hidden past, solve its secrets, and see the city through new eyes with the Secrets of Zürich City Game.

Highlights

✓Solve riddles and crack codes tied to Zürich's Reformation history
✓Explore hidden gems and quiet corners of the old town via GPS navigation
✓Complete photo challenges that reveal architectural and cultural details
✓Learn local stories and historical facts through interactive storytelling
✓Self-paced flexibility—take 2 hours or linger at sites that captivate you
✓Suitable for solo players, couples, and small groups (up to 4 per ticket)

Insider tips

★Start in the morning or early afternoon to enjoy quieter streets and better light for photo challenges
★Bring a smartphone with GPS and a fully charged battery; the game relies on location-based navigation
★Wear comfortable walking shoes—you'll cover significant ground through cobblestone streets and potentially some underground passages
★Use the game's clues to linger near local cafés and shops; this is a genuine way to discover where locals actually spend time

Good to know

•One ticket covers 1–4 players; purchase additional tickets for larger groups
•Self-guided format allows you to start at your chosen date and time
•Intermediate difficulty—designed for players who enjoy puzzles and riddles
•GPS-based navigation required; ensure your phone has active location services
•The route includes historic streets and possibly underground tunnels; verify accessibility before booking if mobility is a concern

Who it's for

History enthusiasts keen to explore the Reformation and Zürich's cultural rootsCouples and friend groups seeking interactive alternatives to standard city toursSolo travellers who enjoy puzzle-solving and self-paced explorationFamilies with teenagers (intermediate puzzle difficulty) looking for educational adventure

Best time to visit

Early morning or late afternoon offers quieter streets for better immersion and photo opportunities. Spring through early autumn provides pleasant walking conditions, though the game is available year-round.