Phone showing the suspect board in the City Detective scavenger hunt at the university.
Mid-game thinking during the City Detective Groningen scavenger hunt at Martinitoren.
Phone showing the Qugato app interface of the Groningen City Detective game.
Iconic shot of Groningen University along the route of the scavenger hunt City Detective.
Players solving puzzles during the City Detective game in Groningen at Martinikerkhof.
Phone showing the app interface of a challenge of the Groningen City Detective game.
Canal-side view at Vissersbrug along the route of the Groningen scavenger hunt City Detective.
Photo of a player during the City Detective Groningen scavenger hunt showing the Qugato app.
Historic view of Prinsentuin along the route of the Groningen escape game by Qugato.
Players explore Groningen in the city game by Qugato at Herestraat.
Photo of the Qugato app during the City Detective Groningen scavenger hunt showing a historical tidbit.
Perspective of the Akerk along the route of the Groningen scavenger hunt by Qugato.
Photo of teams with phones during the Groningen puzzle adventure at Korenbeurs.
The introduction cover photo of the Groningen Scavenger Hunt City Detective by Qugato.
Dossier-style game briefing for the Groningen scavenger hunt City Detective.
Photo of players solving puzzles during the Groningen scavenger hunt City Detective at the Academiegebouw.
Players discover the city while solving puzzles using the Qugato app.
View of the Akerk along the route of the Groningen scavenger hunt City Detective.
Street view of the city hall at Grote Markt along the route of the outdoor detective tour in Groningen.
Players solving puzzles during the outdoor detective tour in Groningen in front of the university.
Detail of one of the challenge photo in the city game in Groningen by Qugato.
Early morning light at Sint Anthony Gasthuis buildings along the route of the self-guided city game in Groningen.
Street view of the Kijk in 't Jatbrug along the route of the urban exploration game in Groningen.
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Groningen Scavenger Hunt – Self-Guided City Detective Game

2 hours

Easy

Explore Groningen in this self-guided detective scavenger hunt. In City Detective, you and your team solve a fictional case while exploring the city: a respected scientist was found murdered in her office at the University, and it’s up to you to crack the case.


This fun and flexible Groningen city game lets you follow clues, eliminate suspects, and solve puzzles using your own smartphone. Along the way, you'll uncover quirky facts, hidden gems, and iconic landmarks, making it a unique thing to do in Groningen.


Highlights:

  • Self-guided scavenger hunt through Groningen city centre.
  • Play at your own pace: start and pause whenever you like.
  • Follow clues, solve puzzles, and eliminate suspects.
  • Great for couples, families, friends or team outings.
  • Use your own phone = no tour guide needed.
  • Access via the Qugato app.


The experience is fully flexible. Start when you like, pause for a coffee, or play at your own pace. No guide needed. Just bring your phone, a full battery, and your sharpest minds.


Whether you're with friends, family, or colleagues, this Groningen detective game is a fun, flexible and interactive way to explore the city and challenge your inner sleuth.

What's included?
    • Access to the self-guided City Detective Groningen game by Qugato.
    • Login credentials for up to 6 devices per group.
    • Customer support via email and WhatsApp.
    • Fun facts and historical tidbits throughout the game.
    Exclusions
      • Device (smartphone) and internet access.
      What to bring
        • A fully charged smartphone with internet access.
        • The Qugato app (downloaded on your phone).
        • A power bank (optional but recommended).