From hidden alleys to city secrets. Discover what lies behind every corner.
In 1903, the residents of Amersfoort decided: the famous Boulder must be unearthed. The stone to which the city owes its nickname. Only… after more than 200 years, no one knows exactly where it lies.
It’s up to you to find the Boulder. Search through the city center, solve interactive puzzles, and follow the clues. Can you make Amersfoort proud of its name again: Boulder City?
Dive into 1667 Amsterdam. The Republic is at war with England, and Admiral Michiel de Ruyter is preparing a daring attack on the English fleet at Chatham.
But before the ships can set sail, much remains to be arranged in the city. De Ruyter is sending you out to help with the preparations. Will you manage to get everything ready in time and contribute to one of the most daring actions in Dutch maritime history?
In Den Bosch, a story about the Swamp Dragon has been circulating for centuries. A monster that lurks deep beneath the city, with four elemental scales: sulphur, swamp, mist and fire.
You dive into the mystery, search the city and solve interactive puzzles to find and destroy the scales. Will you manage to save Den Bosch before the dragon strikes?
A wealthy Italian nobleman gave Rembrandt the commission of a lifetime: a magnificent triptych for his family chapel. The ship meant to deliver the masterpiece never arrived. No wreckage, no trace, nothing at all. That wasn't a storm; that was intentional. Years later, he turns to you, because somewhere out there is someone who saw everything that night. The thieves are still close by and time is running out. Will you find the triptych before it disappears forever?
Chaos has struck Maastricht: items are disappearing everywhere, things are getting mixed up, and nothing seems right anymore.
All signs point to Sebastianus Magnus. The eccentric chemist is known for his clever tricks and love of mischief. The locals have had enough and want it to stop.
You are sent out to follow his trail, unravel the clues, and discover the truth behind his pranks. Can you restore peace to the city?
You've been brought in as detectives on an urgent drug case. An anonymous tip has put you on the trail of a drug gang planning to ship a large haul of ecstasy through the Port of Rotterdam. Time is running out. One wrong move and the drug lord slips away.
Are you sharp enough to stop the gang in time?
Travel back to 1831 together. William II sends you into the city to learn more about Tilburg's rapidly growing textile industry. As you mingle with workers, manufacturers, and quirky 'kruikenzeikers', you notice the atmosphere isn't positive everywhere. Rumors are spreading, windows are being smashed... and there seems to be more going on.
Will you discover what's happening in the city before things get out of hand?
It is 1423. Utrecht mourns the death of Bishop Frederick of Blankenheim. The throne is empty, and the city is buzzing with tension. Who will seize power: the noble Rudolf or the ambitious Zweder? What begins as an election descends into a struggle full of intrigue, betrayal, and hidden messages.
The future of Utrecht lies in your hands.De toekomst van Utrecht ligt in jullie handen.
The City Escape as a city tour
The City Escape is an interactive city game played via your smartphone. Together with your team, you head out into the city and solve puzzles linked to real locations in the area. No boring multiple-choice questions, but interactive riddles where you have to look closely, search, and combine elements from the city.
During the tour, you’ll discover not just the city, but the stories behind it. Along the way, you’ll encounter info points with short facts about special places. The City Escape was developed by three young puzzle enthusiasts and can now be played in various Dutch cities, including Amsterdam, Utrecht, Eindhoven, and Maastricht.
After purchase, you will receive a unique game code by email. Download “The City Escape” app, go to the starting point in the city, and enter the code. Then the adventure begins, and the puzzles will lead you through the city. You can find more info here.
You play The City Escape in teams of 2 to 4 people per phone. With larger groups, you can create multiple teams to play against each other.
No, reservations are not necessary. You can play the tour whenever you want.
As the puzzles are interactive, you’ll need to drag and combine items on your screen, for example. Don’t worry, it’s all explained during the tour. It would be a bonus, though, if at least one team member was comfortable using a phone.
The puzzles are designed for true escapers, so they sometimes require some serious thinking 😉 But you’ll never get stuck: for every puzzle, you can use a hint or view the answer and simply keep playing.
The tour is most suitable for ages 16 and up. For every riddle, you can use hints and answers, so you can always move on to the next point.
Certainly! If you’re playing with multiple teams, we recommend starting a few minutes apart. You can pay via invoice here.
The City Escape is all about real interactive puzzles. You use elements from the city such as buildings, symbols, and dates to solve riddles. No boring multiple-choice questions, but real brain teasers for true detectives.
Yes, The City Escape is essentially an outdoor escape room. Instead of being in a room, you solve puzzles while walking through the city center.