Race the clock through Groningen’s compact centre in a 3‑hour photo-and-puzzle urban scavenger hunt. Follow a mailed map, send photos by WhatsApp and solve clues to find a runaway gangster.
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A low winter sun cuts across the cobbles of Groningen's centre as your team consults a printed map and a list of picture locations. You move between canals that seem to dare you to look closer and the Martini Tower that watches every turn; the city’s compact streets make every wrong corner feel like a deliberate clue.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; involves continuous walking with short pauses for puzzles and photos
Wildlife
History
Groningen grew as a Hanseatic trading hub; its Martini Tower and brick merchant houses reflect centuries of northern Dutch commerce and learning.
Conservation
Stay on paved paths and avoid tram tracks when posing for photos; the city encourages low-impact tourism—dispose of waste at provided bins and respect historic façades.
Reserve your spot on the Gangster Hunt - Groningen today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge and save battery
Bring a fully charged phone and portable battery—the game relies on photos and WhatsApp communication with the instructor.
Comfortable footwear
Cobbled streets and tram tracks dominate the route—wear supportive shoes with good grip.
Plan your transport
Public transport and bikes are the easiest ways to reach the centre; leave private cars at park-and-ride lots.
Pace your team
Assign roles—navigator, photographer, clue reader—to move efficiently through the three-hour limit.
Smartphone with WhatsApp
Needed to receive instructions and send verification photos to the game instructor
Comfortable walking shoes
Flat, supportive shoes handle cobbles and longer periods on foot
Portable power bank
Keeps devices powered during the three-hour game and photo checks
Light waterproof jacket
Quick protection against rain and wind common in northern Netherlands
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