Secrets of
Haarlem

Ontdekkingstocht door de geheimen van Haarlem

Ontketen de heldengeest van Haarlem! Duik samen met Kenau Simonsdochter Hasselaer in een stad vol gouden tijden en sfeervolle grachten op een zoektocht naar de verloren speer, een relikwie dat nog steeds geladen is met het vuur van een stad die ooit belegerd werd.

About Geheimen van Haarlem

De Secrets of Haarlem City Game is een GPS-gebaseerd spel dat je door het historische centrum van Haarlem leidt en de stad omtovert tot jouw interactieve speeltuin. Met je smartphone verken je de oude straten, grachten en binnenplaatsen terwijl je puzzels oplost, raadsels kraakt en creatieve foto-uitdagingen voltooit. Onderweg ontdek je verhalen over de geschiedenis, cultuur en verborgen details van Haarlem die zelfs veel inwoners niet kennen. Dit ontdekkingsspel is perfect voor bezoekers die de stad op een boeiende manier willen ontdekken en voor inwoners die Haarlem met een frisse blik willen bekijken. Het werkt net zo goed voor solospelers als voor koppels, gezinnen en vriendengroepen.

1.5-2 hours of play time

3-4 km walking distance

Start at Haarlem, Grote markt

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

De Secrets of Haarlem City Game combineert sightseeing met een meeslepend verhaal en interactieve uitdagingen en leidt je langs zowel iconische als minder bekende plekken in de stad. Langs de route bezoek je bijvoorbeeld de levendige Grote Markt met zijn historische gevels, de indrukwekkende Sint-Bavokerk, het ontroerende Corrie ten Boom Huis, het elegante Teylers Museum en de sfeervolle Jopenkerk brouwerij in een voormalige kerk.

Tijdens je ontdekkingstocht los je leuke puzzels, lastige vragen, raadsels en creatieve foto-uitdagingen op om punten te verdienen, hints vrij te spelen en dichter bij de oplossing van het laatste mysterie te komen dat verband houdt met Kenau’s verloren speer. Je kunt het spel op elk moment pauzeren voor een drankje of om een plek langer te verkennen, en gewoon weer verdergaan wanneer je maar wilt. Competitieve spelers kunnen zelfs een toppositie op het klassement nastreven.

Who is it for?

This City Game is designed for anyone who wants to discover Haarlem 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 Haarlem 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 Haarlem
    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: Haarlem, Grote markt

How to play

Na het boeken van de Secrets of Haarlem City Game ontvang je een e-mail met een directe speellink voor jouw team. Op de gekozen dag ga je naar de startlocatie op de Grote Markt Haarlem, open je de link op je smartphone en begin je direct met de game. Je verkent in je eigen tempo, volgt de GPS-gebaseerde route, voltooit de uitdagingen en pauzeert of hervat het spel wanneer het jou uitkomt.

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Per group

€ 25,95

Book your Geheimen van Haarlem experience now

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

  • 1.5 – 2 hours
  • 3 – 4 km
  • Haarlem, Grote markt
  • Languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and 30+ more!

Per group

€ 25,95

  • Cancel anytime for full refund
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  • Accessible for 1 year from the purchase date
  • Payments are secure & encrypted
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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 Haarlem, Grote markt, 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.

Haarlem, Grote markt

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

This flexibility makes Geheimen van Haarlem 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, Geheimen van Haarlem 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 Geheimen van Haarlem a fun and engaging activity for mixed-age groups exploring the city together.

Geheimen van Haarlem 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 Geheimen van Haarlem 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 Geheimen van Haarlem, you only need a charged smartphone with internet access and GPS enabled. The game is fully digital, self-guided and played outdoors while exploring Haarlem.

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 Haarlem 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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