Turn Gothenburg into a live crime scene: CityQuest’s Phoenix Project sends teams from Bältesspännarparken to Gustaf Adolfs torg on a 2½-hour detective hunt using a web app and evidence pack. Expect urban puzzles, architectural clues, and tram-accessible streets.
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The game begins beneath the plane trees of Bältesspännarparken, where a folded set of evidence and a glowing web app hand you the keys to a city-sized whodunit. Teams fan out across cobbled streets and modern plazas, deciphering cryptic notes, scanning façades and following a trail that threads past tram tracks toward Gustaf Adolfs torg.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Little endurance needed; suitable for most adults and older children who can walk steadily for 2–3 hours.
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History
Gothenburg was founded in the early 17th century with Dutch urban planning influences and grew as Sweden’s principal west-coast port, shaping its grid and canals.
Conservation
Stay on public paths and avoid disturbing green spaces; urban tourism pressures are managed through responsible routing and encouraging public transit.
Reserve your spot on the CityQuest in Göteborg - The Phoenix Project today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone
The investigation runs through a web app—start with a full battery and a portable charger to avoid interruptions.
Comfortable shoes
Expect 2–3 hours of mostly flat walking on pavement and cobbles—sturdy, closed shoes make puzzles easier to tackle.
Divide roles early
Assign a navigator, timekeeper, and lead puzzler to move efficiently through clues and avoid time pressure.
Watch the tramlines
Central Gothenburg has active tram tracks—stay alert when following street-level clues and crossing streets.
Smartphone with data
Required to access the investigation web application and submit answers.
Portable power bank
Keeps your device running through the full 150-minute experience.
Comfortable walking shoes
Paved and cobbled urban surfaces demand stable footwear.
Light waterproof layer
Spring showers are common—pack a compact rain jacket for comfort.
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