Secrets of
Zurich

Self-Guided Secrets of Zürich Exploration Game

Ignite Zürich’s Spark of Reform! From the Limmat’s glittering banks to storied churches and buzzing cafés, solve clues to help Huldrych Zwingli recover the Disputation Scroll as history and cutting-edge culture collide in a thrilling citywide chase.

About Secrets of Zurich

The City Game Zurich is a self-guided city game that takes place in the historic center of Zurich. This GPS-based game invites players to explore the city using their smartphone while solving puzzles, riddles and photo challenges along the way. As an exploration game, it offers a fun and interactive way to discover Zurich’s history, culture and hidden details at your own pace. Designed for both visitors and locals, the experience is flexible and engaging. Whether you’re exploring alone, with a partner, or in a group of family or friends, this GPS-based game provides a unique way to see Zurich.

1.5-2 hours of play time

3-4 km walking distance

Start at Zürich, Ehgraben sewer tunnel, Schifflände

Start, pause & continue whenever you want

Play on your smartphone, no downloads needed

1-4 people per smartphone

What you’ll experience during the game

As you progress through the Secrets of Zurich City Game, you’ll navigate winding alleys and broad boulevards while unraveling a story that weaves history and imagination into one experience. The route takes you to both celebrated landmarks and tucked-away spots, offering a fresh look at Zurich’s layered past and present. Along the way, you’ll encounter places like the imposing Grossmünster Church, the atmospheric Cabaret Voltaire and the glittering elegance of Bahnhofstrasse. Hidden gems such as the Ehgraben sewer tunnel behind Schifflände or the Hedwig Fountain on Lindenhof Hill offer surprises that make the city feel newly discovered.

During the game, you’ll solve riddles, complete creative photo tasks and tackle puzzles that reveal more of the unfolding storyline. Each challenge earns you points and hints, helping you move closer to uncovering a final mystery unique to Zurich’s character. You’re free to pause at any time and resume whenever you choose, letting you explore the city at your own pace. For those with a competitive spirit, there’s a leaderboard where teams can track their progress and aim for a top score.

Who is it for?

This City Game is designed for anyone who wants to discover Zurich in a playful and meaningful way. It’s ideal for:

  • Solo explorers looking for a flexible adventure
  • Couples who want to experience the city in a fun and surprising way
  • Families with curious kids who enjoy puzzles and challenges
  • Friends wanting a lighthearted activity full of laughter
  • Groups and teams searching for a unique, self-guided teambuilding experience

Whether you’re a local seeing Zurich with fresh eyes or a visitor exploring the city for the first time, this GPS-based game offers a memorable way to connect, play and explore together.

What’s included?

Included

  • Self-guided Exploration Game
    Play independently on your own smartphone.
  • Game link & instructions
    Simple steps to start the activity.
  • GPS-based route with puzzles & challenges
    Riddles, questions and photo tasks.
  • Fun facts & stories about Zurich
    Learn about iconic and hidden spots.

Excluded

  • Smartphone or other devices (bring your own to play)
    You only need one phone per team.
  • In-person guide (digital guide in-game only)
    Everything is fully self-guided inside the game.

Good to know

  • Flexible start, pause & continue
  • 1-year access from purchase date
  • 1–4 people per smartphone
  • Difficulty: Easy-moderate
  • Recommended age: 8+
  • Internet & GPS required
  • Available languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and 30+ more!
  • Start location: Zürich, Ehgraben sewer tunnel, Schifflände

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.

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Per group

€ 25,95

Book your Secrets of Zurich experience now

A 2-hour self-guided City Explore Game through Zurich: explore highlights, solve puzzles and play at your own pace.

Per group

€ 25,95

  • Cancel anytime for full refund
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  • Accessible for 1 year from the purchase date
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The story of Secrets of Zurich

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.

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Huldrych Zwingli

Your start location

After booking, you’ll receive an email with your play link and simple start instructions. On the day you want to play, just head to the start location at Zürich, Ehgraben sewer tunnel, Schifflände, open the link on your smartphone and begin the game. From there, you simply follow the GPS route, complete the challenges and explore at your own pace.

Zürich, Ehgraben sewer tunnel, Schifflände

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How the Secrets of Exploration City Game works

Discover how the self-guided exploration game leads you through the city, step by step.

Start whenever you want

Begin the game the moment you arrive at the starting location, with no fixed departure time.

Follow the GPS route

Navigate through the city using the built in map that guides you from checkpoint to checkpoint.

Solve puzzles and riddles

Crack codes, answer clever questions and use your surroundings to complete challenges.

Complete creative photo challenges

Capture fun moments, recreate poses or search for hidden details as part of interactive missions.

Discover local stories and fun facts

Each location reveals surprising insights about the area’s history, culture and hidden secrets.

Earn points at every location

Score points by completing assignments at each point. Compete with other teams and climb the leaderboard.

Unlock badges and achievements

Earn digital badges as you reach milestones during the game. Every achievement adds to your team’s progress.

Play at your own pace

Take breaks whenever you like and continue the adventure when you are ready.

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How the Secrets of Exploration City Game works

Discover how the self-guided exploration game leads you through the city, step by step.

  • Start whenever you want

    Begin the game the moment you arrive at the starting location, with no fixed departure time.

  • Follow the GPS route

    Navigate through the city using the built in map that guides you from checkpoint to checkpoint.

  • Solve puzzles and examine evidence

    Crack codes, answer clever questions and use your surroundings to complete challenges.

  • Complete creative photo challenges

    Capture fun moments, recreate poses or search for hidden details as part of interactive missions.

  • Discover local stories and fun facts

    Each location reveals surprising insights about the area’s history, culture and hidden secrets.

  • Earn points at every location

    Score points by completing assignments at each point. Compete with other teams and climb the leaderboard.

  • Unlock badges and achievements

    Earn digital badges as you reach milestones during the game. Every achievement adds to your team’s progress.

  • Play at your own pace

    Take breaks whenever you like and continue the adventure when you are ready.

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Secrets of Zurich takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete. There is no strict time limit, so you can explore Zurich at your own pace and pause the game whenever you like.

Most teams complete the game within this time frame, but you’re free to take longer if you want to stop for a drink, explore a location more deeply, or enjoy the city along the way!

The game starts at Zürich, Ehgraben sewer tunnel, Schifflände. After booking, the start location is clearly communicated in the instruction email and becomes visible in the game.

The entire game takes place outdoors. You don’t need to enter any buildings or visit locations with opening hours. Simply arrive at the start location, open the game on your smartphone, and you can begin exploring right away!

There is no limit to the total number of players for Secrets of Haarlem!

The game is played in teams of 1 to 4 people per smartphone.
If you’re playing with more than 4 people, simply book multiple teams, so everyone can play at the same time using their own devices and use the same play link.

For larger groups or corporate events, a fully hosted version of this City Game is also available, including on-site guidance, tablets and live support.

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No, you don’t need to reserve a time slot for Secrets of Zurich! After purchase, you can start the game anytime you want, on any day, within the 1-year access period.

This flexibility makes Secrets of Zurich ideal if you’re visiting the city without a fixed schedule, want to check the weather first, or prefer to start spontaneously once you arrive in the city!

Yes, Secrets of Zurich is suitable for families with children aged 8 and up!

The game is designed as a shared experience, where puzzles, riddles and challenges can be solved together, making it accessible for both kids and adults.

Younger players can actively join by spotting details, answering questions and completing photo challenges, while adults guide the team through the more challenging parts. This makes Secrets of Zurich a fun and engaging activity for mixed-age groups exploring the city together.

Secrets of Zurich is available in 30+ languages, allowing players from all over the world to enjoy the game in their own language while exploring the city.

The game supports many widely spoken languages such as English, Spanish, French, German, Italian and Dutch, among others.

This makes Secrets of Zurich an accessible and enjoyable experience for international visitors, expats and mixed-language groups.

All available languages:

  • Arabic
  • Bulgarian
  • Chinese
  • Chinese (Hong Kong)
  • Croatian
  • Czech
  • Danish
  • Dutch
  • English
  • Finnish
  • French
  • German
  • Greek
  • Hebrew
  • Hungarian
  • Icelandic
  • Indonesian
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Lithuanian
  • Norwegian
  • Polish
  • Portuguese
  • Portuguese (Brazil)
  • Russian
  • Serbian
  • Slovak
  • Slovenian
  • Spanish
  • Spanish (Latin America)
  • Swedish
  • Thai
  • Turkish
  • Vietnamese

(Language availability may vary slightly per update)

To play Secrets of Zurich, you only need a charged smartphone with internet access and GPS enabled. The game is fully digital, self-guided and played outdoors while exploring Zurich.

We recommend wearing comfortable walking shoes, as you’ll stroll through streets and squares, and bringing a fully charged phone or power bank so you can enjoy the entire experience without interruptions.

Other than that, just bring your curiosity and sense of adventure and discover Zurich at your own pace!

Your favourite City Games, professionally hosted by our team

Enjoy the same City Games as our self-guided version, but with full on-site support from our professional hosts. We take care of the briefing, tablets, coordination and technical support, so your group can focus entirely on the fun and competition.

What’s included:

  • Same City Game, fully hosted
    You play the exact same experience as our self-guided version, now with our hosts guiding your group.
  • Live ranking & prize ceremony
    For larger groups, our hosts reveal the final scores and announce the winning team with a fun award moment.
  • Hosted start & finish
    We welcome your group, explain the game clearly and end with an exciting wrap-up.
  • Real-time support during the game
    Our team assists with devices, app issues and coordination throughout the experience.
  • Tablets included (optional)
    Available for groups who prefer using our devices instead of their own.

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