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Groningen’s hidden treasures

created by Frans
Game creator and owner of Secret City Trails

€30,00
per group (1-5 people)
play anytime within the next 3 months

(3 customer reviews)
Are you a travel and history enthusiast? Enjoy both of those passions on this self-guided discovery walk in the historic centre of Groningen. Follow in the footsteps of Frans, born in the capital of the country, but curious to learn more about this city in the north of the Netherlands. Keep your eyes peeled to solve fun location-based riddles and unlock directions for local hidden gems, colourful street art, stories about the first female doctor, impressive public restrooms and eclectic Italian architecture. Along the way, you’ll learn about the historic centre and experience the authentic vibe of Groningen.

This playful walk across Groningen’s historic centre sharpens your senses and encourages you to appreciate the most wonderful – and often hidden – details around you. No matter if you’ve visited the city countless times or are a first time visitor of Groningen, you will undoubtedly gain a fresh outlook on the city.

  • 15 riddles.
    3 hours.

    Start in front of Groninger Forum, on Nieuwe Markt 1
    End on the Domplein.

    Local wonders you’ll discover on this walk include:
    Admire and climb the modern Groninger Forum
    Enter in an historic beguinage
    Calculate the height of the Martinitoren
    Meet the students
    Be surprised by the architecture of the Groninger Museum

     

    Play every day, during daylight hours.

     

    You’ll receive an email with a link to your game. The link to the game is valid up to 3 months after the purchase. By tapping the play button your game magically opens in your phone’s browser. No downloads. Super easy.

    If it rains, take a break and wait for some sunshine, you can continue where you left off, or share the email with your teammates in case you run out of battery.

    We recommend playing in a team of 1-5 people.

    We know you’ll love our discovery games, but if this is your first, rest assured, you can play up to 3 riddles and still get a full refund.

    Check our frequently asked questions or read our terms & conditions.

  • 1. Choose your game

    All our trails are created by locals. Buy the one that intrigues you the most. After the purchase, you’ll receive a link to your game via email.

    2. Ready, set, go!

    Go to the game’s starting location indicated in the email (play anytime up to 3 months from the purchase). Tap the Play button and the game will magically open in your phone’s browser!

    3. Find secrets

    With each riddle solved, new cryptic directions will take you from one hidden gem to the next. You’ll unlock local stories and recommendations on your way too!

    4. Win!

    Play for the fastest time and get listed on our leaderboard. Or, take your time and share your best adventure photo using #secretcitytrails. Both might lead to a free game!

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