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Frequently asked questions about our outdoor escape games

Here you will find answers to the most important questions about our outdoor escape games in Zurich – from booking and how the game works to the meeting point. Can’t find your question? Contact us – we’re happy to help.

General

An outdoor escape game is an escape room in the open air. Instead of being locked in a room, your team explores Zurich’s Old Town with an iPad and a bag full of gadgets. You solve puzzles at real locations, crack codes and complete an exciting mission – against the clock and, if you like, against other teams.

For anyone who enjoys puzzles and shared experiences: groups of friends, families, couples, companies, school classes, bachelor and bachelorette parties and birthday groups. Depending on the game, there are versions for children, families and adults.

No. The iPad guides you step by step through the game. No local knowledge is needed – you’ll discover the Old Town along the way.

The route is around 2 km long and takes you on a leisurely walk through the Old Town. You set the pace yourselves. There’s never any need to run or climb, but comfortable shoes are recommended.

Since 2014. Every year, we organise hundreds of games and events in Zurich and across Switzerland.

Booking and payment

Our standard games start and finish at Predigerplatz in Zurich’s Old Town. You can book them directly online using the booking calendar on each game’s page. Choose your date, time and number of players, and you’ll receive a booking confirmation straight away.

Games at a location of your choice – e.g. at your office, a seminar hotel, in the mountains or in another Swiss city – are booked via an enquiry. Tell us the location, date, group size and your wishes, and we’ll prepare a no-obligation quote.

The standard games starting and finishing at Predigerplatz cost:

  • Monday to Saturday: CHF 36 per person aged 13 and over, CHF 26 for children aged 8 to 12
  • Sundays and public holidays: CHF 42 per person aged 13 and over, CHF 29 for children aged 8 to 12

Children under 8 always play for free. For special games such as the Duel of the Confederates, the prices on the respective game page apply.

For events elsewhere in Switzerland, the price depends on the group size, the location, the number of game masters and any extras such as an apéro or customised game content. We’ll be happy to prepare a no-obligation quote tailored to your event.

When booking online, you can pay conveniently by credit card. On site, we accept TWINT and all major credit and debit cards, including American Express (AMEX). Companies, schools and organisations can also book on invoice (payable within 30 days).

Yes. For events with up to 100 people, cancellation is free of charge up to 7 days before the event. 50% is charged 6 to 3 days before, and 100% from 48 hours before. Longer deadlines apply to large events with 100 or 250 or more people. Please cancel in writing by email. Full details can be found in our terms and conditions.

Please contact us by email as early as possible – we’ll be happy to find an alternative date. According to our terms and conditions, rescheduling is treated as a cancellation and new booking unless we confirm otherwise.

For events with up to 100 people, 2 days before; for 100 or more people, 5 days before; and for 250 or more people, 7 days before the event. After that, at least the most recently confirmed number of participants will be charged.

Yes. Our vouchers are valid for 3 years – the perfect gift for a birthday, Christmas or a bachelor or bachelorette party. Vouchers cannot be exchanged for cash.

On the day

The meeting point for our standard games is Predigerplatz in Zurich’s Old Town, about an 8-minute walk from Zurich main station. For events elsewhere in Switzerland, the game starts at your chosen location.

Please arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the start of the game. The game master will welcome you and explain how everything works.

Please call us on +41 43 321 90 00. If you arrive late, your playing time will be shortened accordingly. If you haven’t arrived more than 30 minutes after the agreed start time, this counts as a no-show and the full price will be charged.

Just good spirits and comfortable shoes. We provide the iPad, gadgets and all other game materials. In cool weather, we recommend warm clothing.

Yes, the game takes place in all weather. If it rains, we provide umbrellas and ponchos. In extreme weather, we can offer an indoor version. Cancellation due to weather is only free of charge if MeteoSwiss has issued an official severe weather warning.

The Old Town is best reached by public transport. The nearest car parks are Parkhaus Urania and Parkhaus Hohe Promenade.

How the game works

Depending on the game, playing time is 100 to 150 minutes. Allow an extra 10 minutes or so for the welcome and briefing, and 5 minutes for the finish.

A team consists of 2 to 6 people; 4 to 5 is ideal. Larger groups are split into several teams that compete against each other.

On the adult routes, each team receives an iPad. In addition, at least one person per team needs a smartphone with mobile data, as some tasks are solved via a chatbot. Our children’s and school routes can be played entirely without a phone.

The iPad provides hints that you can use whenever you need them. The game master can also be reached by phone.

Yes. When several teams play at the same time, the team with the most points wins. From two teams upwards, there’s an award ceremony with a trophy.

Yes. A team photo is taken during the game, which we send to you by email after the event (except for «The Last Secret»).

Depending on the game, in English, German, French and Italian. Mixed-language groups are no problem. For company events, we offer up to 11 languages.

Please handle the iPad and gadgets with care. Normal wear and tear is not a problem. According to our terms and conditions, the person or company making the booking is liable for damage caused intentionally or through gross negligence.

Children, families and accessibility

Our games are suitable from around 8 years; younger children can join in for free when accompanied. Children under 10 play accompanied by an adult or as part of a supervised event, e.g. with their school class or at a children’s birthday party. There are special children’s routes for birthday parties and school classes.

The route partly leads over cobblestones and stairs. It is mostly manageable with a pushchair. If you use a wheelchair, please contact us in advance so we can check or create a suitable route.

Yes, dogs on a lead are welcome.

Companies and groups

At Predigerplatz, up to 36 people can play at the same time. For events at a location of your choice in Switzerland, we create parallel routes for up to 1000 participants.

Yes. We bring the game anywhere in Switzerland – to your office, the mountains, a vineyard or a seminar hotel. Find out more on our page about team events and company events.

Yes. On request, the game can finish at a restaurant with an apéro or dinner. We’re happy to fit the game into your day’s programme.

For groups of up to 36 people, 2 to 7 days’ notice is usually enough. For large events, we recommend booking at least two to three weeks in advance.

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