Turn Malmö into a crime scene and play detective with a self-guided Sherlock Holmes city game. Solve puzzles, follow clues and use the city’s streets as your investigation playground—perfect for small groups and families.
Turn Malmö into a crime scene and play detective with a self-guided Sherlock Holmes city game. Solve puzzles, follow clues and use the city’s streets as your investigation playground—perfect for small groups and families.
You tap the start button on your phone and the city of Malmö shifts from commute to crime scene. Cobblestones click underfoot, tramlines hum, and narrow alleys frame clues as digital characters nudge you toward the next revelation. The game uses Malmö’s streets—from the old town squares to waterfront promenades—as a stage where puzzles, codes, and photo tasks replace stage lights.
Verified experiences and guided adventures in the surrounding area.
Operated by City Game · Malmö, Skåne County
You tap the start button on your phone and the city of Malmö shifts from commute to crime scene. Cobblestones click underfoot, tramlines hum, and narrow alleys frame clues as digital characters nudge you toward the next revelation. The game uses Malmö’s streets—from the old town squares to waterfront promenades—as a stage where puzzles, codes, and photo tasks replace stage lights.
Malmö’s history shows in brick facades and Malmöhus Castle—once a defensive stronghold, now a reminder that the city has long been both port and crossroads. The game leans on that layered past, weaving fictional murder details across recognizable neighborhoods and points of interest rather than rewriting local history.
This self-guided Sherlock Holmes experience runs about two hours and uses the Loquiz app; you play at your own pace, alone or in teams of up to four per device. It’s low-impact physically—mostly walking on pavement—and kid-friendly in difficulty while offering clever puzzles for adults. Languages include English, Spanish, German, French, Italian and Dutch. Public transit is convenient: start near central Malmö and return to cafés or tram stops when you finish.
Practical notes: download the app and charge your phone before you begin; tasks include photo challenges and note-taking. Respect private property and local residents—some clues sit outside restaurants and homes. Aim for morning or late afternoon to avoid peak pedestrian traffic. If rain threatens, bring a compact rain layer; the game is playable in light showers but slippery cobbles are a hazard. With a charged device and comfortable shoes, the city’s lanes become a clever, walkable mystery—no actor cast required, just your wits and curiosity.
easy.
Approximately 2 hours.
Light walking fitness—suitable for most people who can manage 1–3 miles of urban walking
You’ll receive an email with instructions and a link to download the Loquiz app; launch the game on your booked date and follow the app’s starting point directions.
One ticket covers a group of 1–4 people using a single device; larger groups should purchase multiple tickets.
The route travels public sidewalks and some cobbled streets—portions may be uneven or narrow; accessibility depends on the specific mobility needs and urban conditions.
Written guides are available in English, Spanish, German, French, Italian and Dutch—select your language in the app or booking instructions.
Malmö evolved from a medieval trading town into a 19th-century industrial port; the city’s mix of brick warehouses and modern waterfront reflects that evolution.
Stick to public paths, avoid tram tracks, and respect private property; compact groups and low-impact play keep the urban environment pleasant for residents.
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You tap the start button on your phone and the city of Malmö shifts from commute to crime scene. Cobblestones click underfoot, tramlines hum, and narrow alleys frame clues as digital characters nudge you toward the next revelation. The game uses Malmö’s streets—from the old town squares to waterfront promenades—as a stage where puzzles, codes, and photo tasks replace stage lights.
You tap the start button on your phone and the city of Malmö shifts from commute to crime scene. Cobblestones click underfoot, tramlines hum, and narrow alleys frame clues as digital characters nudge you toward the next revelation. The game uses Malmö’s streets—from the old town squares to waterfront promenades—as a stage where puzzles, codes, and photo tasks replace stage lights.
Malmö’s history shows in brick facades and Malmöhus Castle—once a defensive stronghold, now a reminder that the city has long been both port and crossroads. The game leans on that layered past, weaving fictional murder details across recognizable neighborhoods and points of interest rather than rewriting local history.
This self-guided Sherlock Holmes experience runs about two hours and uses the Loquiz app; you play at your own pace, alone or in teams of up to four per device. It’s low-impact physically—mostly walking on pavement—and kid-friendly in difficulty while offering clever puzzles for adults. Languages include English, Spanish, German, French, Italian and Dutch. Public transit is convenient: start near central Malmö and return to cafés or tram stops when you finish.
Practical notes: download the app and charge your phone before you begin; tasks include photo challenges and note-taking. Respect private property and local residents—some clues sit outside restaurants and homes. Aim for morning or late afternoon to avoid peak pedestrian traffic. If rain threatens, bring a compact rain layer; the game is playable in light showers but slippery cobbles are a hazard. With a charged device and comfortable shoes, the city’s lanes become a clever, walkable mystery—no actor cast required, just your wits and curiosity.