Secrets of
Darmstadt

Self-Guided Secrets of Darmstadt Exploration Game

Discover Darmstadt’s Dynamic Duality! Navigate a city where innovation intertwines with history, from its renowned scientific institutions to its centuries-old palaces. Decipher riddles as you traverse its lively core, whether you’re a native or a newcomer, Darmstadt is sure to astound you at every corner!

About Secrets of Darmstadt

The City Game Darmstadt is a self-guided, GPS-based game that takes place in the city center of Darmstadt. Using your smartphone, you’ll navigate the area while solving puzzles, riddles and photo challenges that reveal interesting facts about the city’s history, culture and lesser-known details. This exploration game allows you to experience Darmstadt in an engaging and interactive way, perfect for discovering new insights whether you’re a visitor or a local. The self-guided city game is designed to suit solo players, couples, families or groups of friends looking for a creative urban adventure. The GPS-based game combines fun and learning as you uncover the unique character of Darmstadt.

1.5-2 hours of play time

3-4 km walking distance

Start at Darmstadt, Marktplatz

Start, pause & continue whenever you want

Play on your smartphone, use the Loquiz app

1-4 people per smartphone

What you’ll experience during the game

During the Secrets of Darmstadt City Game, you’ll explore the city through a mix of sightseeing, storytelling and interactive discovery. As you follow the unfolding narrative, you’ll be guided to both iconic and tucked-away spots across Darmstadt, connecting each place to elements of the game. Along the way, you might find yourself at historically significant sites like the Luisenplatz, admire the architecture of the Hochzeitsturm, or take in the atmosphere around the Mathildenhöhe artist colony. Each location adds to the evolving atmosphere, offering glimpses into the city’s cultural layers and local character.

Throughout the City Game, you’ll solve a variety of puzzles, riddles and creative photo challenges designed to deepen your connection to Darmstadt while adding a playful sense of purpose. Every solved task earns points and helps unlock hints, drawing you closer to unraveling a final mystery behind the tour’s storyline. You’re free to take breaks whenever you like, continuing the game at your own pace. For those feeling competitive, the chance to climb the leaderboard adds an extra layer of engagement to this exploration game set in Darmstadt.

Who is it for?

This City Game is designed for anyone who wants to discover Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt
    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: English
  • Start location: Darmstadt, Marktplatz

How to play

Book the Exploration Game, check the email we send you with the simple instructions, download the Loquiz App, access the Exploration Game and you are ready to begin your gaming experience!

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Per group

€ 25,95

Book your Secrets of Darmstadt experience now

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

Per group

€ 25,95

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  • Accessible for 1 year from the purchase date
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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 Darmstadt, Marktplatz, 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.

Darmstadt, Marktplatz

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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 Darmstadt takes around 1.5 to 2 hours to complete. There is no strict time limit, so you can explore Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt, Marktplatz. 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 Darmstadt! After purchase, you can start the game anytime you want, on any day, within the 1-year access period.

This flexibility makes Secrets of Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt 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 Darmstadt a fun and engaging activity for mixed-age groups exploring the city together.

Secrets of Darmstadt is available in English. You can select your preferred language during booking the game.

This makes the City Exploire Game an accessible and enjoyable experience for international visitors, expats and mixed-language groups!

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

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 Darmstadt 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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