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Secrets of Zwolle Self-Guided Exploration Game Tour
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Zwolle, Netherlands
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About this activity
Solve a Sherlock Holmes–themed murder mystery across Zwolle's streets using the Loquiz app, combining puzzle-solving, exploration, and detective work in a self-guided 2-hour adventure. This story-driven game transforms the city into your crime scene, letting you play solo or in teams at your own pace while discovering local landmarks.
The trail starts on the Grote Kerkplein in Zwolle, at the foot of the Academiehuis Grote Kerk, and leads out into the ring of streets inside the old moat. From there it takes you past Museum de Fundatie and on to the Sassenpoort, the medieval gate on the southern edge of the centre. It is a self-guided murder mystery game, played on foot, with the streets of Zwolle standing in for the crime scene.
The centre of Zwolle is compact and flat and the distances between stops stay short, which makes this an easy outing for families with children, groups of friends, couples and colleagues. It also works on your own. A team is up to four people sharing one phone; larger groups split into several teams and play alongside each other. Nobody is waiting on a guide and there is no fixed departure time, so you can linger at the water or move straight on.
How to play
Four steps stand between you and the first clue in Zwolle.
- 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 gather evidence as you walk: coded messages to unpick, photo tasks at points along the route, and statements from digital characters whose accounts do not line up. The trail crosses the green of Park de Wezenlanden before turning back towards the Sassenpoort, and each puzzle solved cuts the list of suspects a little further.
When several teams set out at once the investigation becomes a race, which is what makes it a practical teambuilding activity as well as a day out. You can break for lunch, pick up where you left off, and close the case in Zwolle at whatever hour suits you.
Highlights
- ✓Story-driven murder mystery with puzzles and hidden clues to uncover
- ✓Self-guided gameplay—start anytime on your chosen date at your own pace
- ✓Works for groups of 1–4 people per device; buy one ticket per team
- ✓Easy difficulty level, family-friendly and suitable for all ages
- ✓Combines sightseeing with immersive detective gameplay
- ✓Flexible experience—play solo, with friends, family, or colleagues
Insider tips
- ★Download the Loquiz app before your visit to avoid delays on the day
- ★Playing in a team of 2–3 people enhances both puzzle-solving and enjoyment of the story
- ★Start early in the day to have plenty of daylight for reading clues and exploring streets
- ★Wear comfortable shoes—you'll be walking around Zwolle's historic city centre for the full 2 hours
Good to know
- •Only one ticket needed per group (1–4 people); larger groups can purchase multiple tickets
- •You'll receive detailed instructions via email after booking—no prior knowledge of Sherlock Holmes required
- •Game is app-based; ensure your smartphone is fully charged and has data/WiFi access
- •Self-guided experience means no fixed meeting point or time—choose when you want to start
Who it's for
Families with children seeking a fun, educational city activityGroups of friends or colleagues looking for a team-building challengeSolo travellers who enjoy puzzle games and want to explore Zwolle interactivelyDetective fiction fans and escape-room enthusiasts
Best time to visit
Play during daylight hours (morning or early afternoon) for best visibility of clues and safe street navigation. Zwolle is pleasant year-round, though spring and autumn offer mild weather ideal for 2 hours of walking.
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