Race the clock through Tilburg’s industrial streets in The Walter Affair, an app-led urban escape that turns squares and canals into a detective’s playground. Expect 2.5 hours of walking, observation puzzles and a route that changes with your choices.
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The first clue waits under the shadow of a 19th-century factory wall, the cobbles humming with the footsteps of your team. Tilburg's streets become a living board where traffic lights, shopfronts and canals whisper hints and misdirection; you are a private detective racing against a two-hour countdown to find a hidden bomb and unmask a blackmailer.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2.5 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; requires moderate walking ability and standing for short puzzle interactions.
Wildlife
History
Tilburg’s 19th-century growth was driven by the textile industry; many former factories near the city center have been repurposed into cultural and commercial spaces that form the game’s backdrop.
Conservation
The experience encourages respect for public spaces—avoid littering, tread lightly on green patches, and support local shops you pass during the route.
Reserve your spot on the Discover Tilburg by playing Escape game The Walter Affair today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone and bring a battery pack
The game runs through your mobile device and can drain battery; bring a fully charged phone and a portable charger.
Wear comfortable walking shoes
You’ll walk on mixed paving and cobbles for roughly 2.5 hours—sturdy, comfortable footwear reduces fatigue and prevents slips.
Mind local businesses and private property
Clues may take you close to storefronts; respect openings and avoid blocking doorways while searching for evidence.
Start earlier on rainy days
Tilburg’s open squares and canal paths get slick in wet weather; give yourself extra time and dress for rain.
Smartphone with data
Runs the game app and displays puzzles and clues.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered through the 2.5-hour game and photo downloads.
Comfortable walking shoes
Provides traction and comfort on cobbles, pavement and plaza surfaces.
Light waterproof jacket
Protects against sudden showers and wind along canal-side sections.
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