Take a two-hour, app-driven escape through Basel’s Old Town where puzzle-solving meets urban theatre. Navigate alleys, interact with story beats tied to The Walking Dead universe, and collect survival points as you race the clock.
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Night falls along Basel’s cobbled streets and the Rhine’s surface darkens like a dare — this is where the city becomes an obstacle course and an escape narrative. The Walking Dead urban game drops teams into the heart of Basel’s Old Town: narrow alleys, squares framed by medieval facades, and the occasional modern plaza turned set piece. Players move through real streets, meet location-based story beats, and solve timed puzzles while the city hums on around them.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most people who can walk 2–4 km and climb short flights of stairs; not physically demanding.
Wildlife
History
Basel’s Old Town layers Roman origins, medieval guild influence, and Renaissance architecture; its streets were long trade corridors linking Central Europe.
Conservation
Play providers request that participants respect public spaces, avoid littering, and follow local rules; using digital clues reduces paper waste.
Reserve your spot on the Escape Game The Walking Dead in Basel today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged smartphone
This experience runs through a mobile app and saves photos/videos to your device; a portable charger is essential for a full two-hour session.
Comfortable walking shoes
Expect pavement, steps and short elevation changes in the Old Town—supportive footwear keeps pace fast and focus sharp.
Plan for evening play
Atmosphere and low pedestrian traffic make later start times more immersive, but check public-transport schedules for your return.
One code per device
Each participant or small team needs a unique game code, so coordinate devices before starting to avoid delays.
Smartphone with internet/data
Required to run the game app, receive clues, and save photos/videos.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your device powered through the two-hour experience and photo/video capture.
Comfortable walking shoes
Support and traction for paved streets, cobbles, and stairs in the Old Town.
Weather-appropriate outer layer
A light waterproof shell for spring showers and wind in exposed stretches; swap for warmer coat in winter.
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