Play detective in Haarlem with a self-guided Sherlock Holmes murder mystery that leads you through the city’s historic core. Download the Loquiz app, follow clues from St. Bavo Church, and solve puzzles at your own pace—ideal for families and small groups.
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The Grote Markt bell cuts the morning air as you tap the Loquiz app and step beneath the shadow of St. Bavo Church. Cobblestones click underfoot, canals curve like lines in a case file, and the city’s narrow alleys turn into clues: a scribbled note on a bench, a photo task that freezes you in front of a carved doorway. The game draws you through Haarlem’s compact historic core, turning familiar streets into a staged whodunit.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; mainly standing and easy walking over cobbles
Wildlife
History
Haarlem prospered as a medieval cloth-trade center and became an arts and printing hub in the Dutch Golden Age; its St. Bavo Church and hofjes reflect that civic wealth.
Conservation
Stay on public streets, avoid entering private hofjes without permission, and carry out any trash—Haarlem actively preserves its historic center and residential courtyards.
Reserve your spot on the Haarlem Self Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Start at St. Bavo Church
Begin at Grote Markt 22 to ensure map coordinates and story beats align with the route.
Charge your phone
The game runs on your device; bring a power bank to avoid interruptions during puzzles and photo tasks.
Respect hofjes and private spaces
Many clues send you near residential courtyards—observe signs and don’t enter private property.
Play at off-peak times
Visit early morning or later afternoon to avoid market crowds and make solving clues easier.
Smartphone with Loquiz app
Required to run the self-guided game and access puzzles and multimedia prompts.
Portable charger / power bank
Keeps your phone powered through the roughly two-hour experience and photo tasks.
Comfortable walking shoes
Cobbled streets and short stretches of standing make supportive shoes helpful.
Light rain jacket
Haarlem’s coastal weather can change quickly; a packable jacket keeps you comfortable.
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