Turn Groningen’s medieval streets into a playable mystery. This self-guided Syndicate City Game uses your phone to deliver puzzles, photo tasks and local lore across a two-hour urban route.
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A narrow canal glints as the first clue is revealed on your phone; cobbled alleys and red-brick façades become a live stage as your group steps into character. The Syndicate City Game turns Groningen’s compact city center into a playable map — you walk, inspect, photograph, and solve while the clock quietly ticks.
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light urban fitness: comfortable walking for 2–4 km with brief standing and stair use; suitable for most ages.
Wildlife
History
Groningen grew as a Hanseatic trade hub and retains a compact medieval core and university architecture from the 17th century that frames many city landmarks.
Conservation
The game is pedestrian-focused and encourages low-impact exploration; respect private property, keep noise down in residential areas and dispose of litter responsibly.
Reserve your spot on the Self Guided The Groningen Syndicate City Escape Game today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your device
Bring a fully charged smartphone and a portable battery — the game runs in a web app and relies on continuous connectivity.
Wear comfortable shoes
Expect 2–4 km of mostly flat walking over cobbles and pavements; good footwear keeps the pace steady.
Pick your start time
Begin early morning or late afternoon to avoid market crowds around Vismarkt and Grote Markt for clearer photo tasks.
Buy one ticket per small group
One ticket covers 2–5 players on a single device; teams larger than five should purchase extra tickets to split into groups.
Smartphone with data
Required to run the Loquiz app, receive clues and submit photo tasks.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your device powered through the two-hour game and extra photos.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for cobbles, stairs and wet pavement.
Light rain jacket
Protects against sudden showers common in spring and fall without bulk.
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