Do I need prior experience with escape games or the Sherlock Holmes stories?

No. The game is rated easy difficulty and designed for all ages and backgrounds. You don't need to be a Sherlock Holmes fan; the app guides you through the story and puzzles step by step.

Can I play alone, or do I need a group?

You can play solo or with up to four people sharing one device. One ticket covers 1–4 players, so it works for solo travellers, couples, families, or small groups.

What happens if my group is larger than four people?

You can purchase multiple tickets—one per device/team of up to four. Larger groups can split into competing teams or play together across multiple phones.

Do I need to download anything before I arrive in Ypres?

Yes. After booking, you'll receive instructions via email. Download the Loquiz app on iOS or Android before your visit. This ensures smooth gameplay without connectivity issues on the day.

What if I don't finish the game in 2 hours?

The ~2-hour estimate is a guide; your actual time depends on how quickly your team solves puzzles and discusses clues. There's no strict end time—play at your own pace and enjoy exploring Ypres.

Do I need a tour guide, or is it completely self-guided?

It's entirely self-guided. The Loquiz app provides all directions, clues, and story guidance. You navigate Ypres independently using GPS and in-app instructions, giving you full control over the experience.

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Ypres Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game

Ypres, Belgium

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About this activity

Solve a Sherlock Holmes–themed murder mystery across Ypres using the Loquiz app in this self-guided, 2-hour walking game. Explore the medieval city's streets while piecing together clues, unraveling plot twists, and cracking the case at your own pace—perfect for groups, families, or solo players seeking an interactive twist on sightseeing.

Step into the world of Sherlock Holmes and solve a mysterious case during the Sherlock Holmes City Game – a self-guided adventure full of puzzles, plot twists, and hidden clues. This City Game is all about story-driven gameplay and immersive mystery solving, it pulls you into a captivating story that you solve together, making it a unique way to connect, play, and create memories with your group.

Perfect for friends, families, colleagues or solo players who enjoy a challenge and love detective games. Whether you play solo or in teams, it’s a flexible and fun experience that turns the city into your crime-solving playground. After booking, check your email for clear instructions, download the Loquiz app, and dive straight into your detective mission.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

Game type: Mystery-solving game
Difficulty: Easy – great for families with kids too
Tickets: You only need to buy 1 ticket per group (1-4 people)
Duration: Approx. 2 hours
Group size: 1 ticket per group (1–4 people); larger groups can buy multiple tickets
Start time: Pick any time on your selected date – play at your own pace

HOW TO PLAY:

Work solo or with friends, family, or colleagues in teams of up to four per device. After booking, you’ll receive an instructions email with everything you need.

Book the City Game
Check the instructions email
Download the Loquiz App
Begin your gaming experience whenever you like.

We recommend playing with 1 to 4 people on one device. You just buy 1 credit per device. If you are with more than 4 people, you can buy 2 or more credits.

WHAT IS UNIQUE ABOUT THE GAME:

Step into the shoes of a true detective with the Sherlock Holmes City Game – a self-guided mystery adventure played on your phone. Follow clues, crack challenging puzzles, and unravel the thrilling murder of Balthasar. This story-driven game is packed with suspense, fun tasks, and unexpected twists using the scenery of the city as a playground.

Along the way, you’ll meet digital characters, crack codes, complete fun photo tasks, and follow a suspenseful storyline packed with twists. Every puzzle brings you closer to the truth.

Whether you want to play alone for personal excitement or with a group of people this is the game for you! Playing with more groups will turn into a competitive experience, perfect as a teambuilding activity. This game is a fun activity you can do while visiting a city with your family and friends or as a couple.

Our City Game offers the maximum independence, you can play pause & continue whenever you want. The Sherlock Holmes City Game is a murder mystery game that you play in the center of the city. Solve the murder with your colleagues, friends or family! The fun and interactive game is full of brain teasers, puzzles and lots of British humor.

City Game Sherlock Holmes takes about 1.5 - 2 hours, but there is no time limit, so you can finish it at your own pace. After you have booked the game, you will receive login credentials and a simple manual by email. You don't need a guide, just download the app, go to the starting point and you are ready to start the adventure.

Looking for a way to make your city trip more exciting? The Sherlock Holmes City Game is exactly what you are looking for!

Note: this City Game uses the city as an interactive playing field, but does not provide any information about the city.

Highlights

✓Story-driven detective gameplay with puzzles and hidden clues throughout Ypres
✓Self-paced adventure: start anytime on your booking date, no fixed schedule
✓One ticket covers 1–4 players per device; flexible for solo, couples, families, or small groups
✓Easy difficulty level designed for all ages, including children
✓App-based experience using Loquiz; instructions delivered via email after booking
✓Turn Ypres into your crime-solving playground while discovering the city's landmarks

Insider tips

★Play in teams of up to four on one device to share clues and debate solutions; larger groups can buy multiple tickets and race each other.
★Download the Loquiz app before your visit and review the instructions email to start smoothly without connectivity delays.
★Start early in the day to enjoy Ypres's historic streets with fewer crowds and better lighting for spotting hidden clues.
★Bring a fully charged phone and consider a portable charger, as the 2-hour game uses app-based navigation and location services.

Good to know

•One ticket per group of 1–4 people; purchase additional tickets if your party exceeds four players or split into multiple teams.
•Requires Loquiz app download (available on iOS and Android) and smartphone with GPS and internet connection.
•Game runs approximately 2 hours; actual duration may vary depending on solving speed and group discussion.
•Self-guided format means no tour guide; you navigate Ypres independently using in-app directions and clues.
•Playable on your chosen date at any time—choose your start moment and progress at your own rhythm.

Who it's for

Families with children seeking an engaging, easy-difficulty activity that combines sightseeing with playful problem-solvingGroups of friends or colleagues looking for a team-building challenge that's flexible and low-pressureSolo travellers and couples wanting an interactive, self-guided alternative to traditional city toursMystery and escape-game enthusiasts who enjoy detective stories and immersive narratives set in real locations

Best time to visit

Spring (April–May) and autumn (September–October) offer pleasant walking weather and fewer summer tourists crowding Ypres's medieval streets. Avoid rain if possible, as outdoor clue-hunting becomes less enjoyable; morning or early afternoon provides better daylight for spotting details.