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Outdoor escape games in Utrecht for families & friends

Outdoor escape games in Utrecht for families & friends
Outdoor escape games in Utrecht for families & friends

Explore Utrecht in a whole new way with self-guided urban escape games: riddles, missions and hidden gems — right on your phone.

Explore the laneways and canals of the Netherlands with Coddy: an outdoor escape game that blends puzzles, local history, and bike surprises. Between windmills, colorful houses, and bridges, each clue turns the city into an adventure playground for families and groups of friends in search of discovery.

Fantasy

Fantastic: The brick facades tell stories as old as the city, in silence. The air is charged with a little magic that tickles the curious imagination. An outdoor escape game here invites you to decode ancient signs and hidden symbols. We stroll, we question, and we feel the mystery thickening around us. It's perfect for those who love to dig into the past without getting too scared.

The Alchemist UTRECHT 39,99 €
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The Alchemist UTRECHT

Fantasy
Adults Teens
Dive into the heart of medieval Utrecht and step into the shoes of an investigator on the trail of a mysterious witchcraft case. Explore the city, question witnesses, and influence Josyne's fate as you untangle fact from fiction in an immersive adventure inspired by true events.
Estimated duration 120 min.
Estimated distance 4.5 km
Rating
4.3
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Start Location Bartholomeibrug, Utrecht
End Location Weesbrug, Utrecht

Humor & Absurdity

Absurd humour: The city becomes a playground of absurdity and frankly funny and surprising. Whimsical clues, improbable situations, laughter guaranteed between bizarre challenges for everyone. An outdoor escape game here often likes to surprise you and throw you off. Participants surrender to gentle madness, without taking themselves too seriously. Perfect for an afternoon that blends absurdity, creativity, laughter and camaraderie among friends.

Crazytopia UTRECHT

Humor & Absurdity
Adults Teens
Dare to embark on an unusual adventure in Utrecht! Crazytopia immerses you in a wacky universe where your phobias become your allies. Solve puzzles, explore the city, and cooperate to find your way back to reality. Will you manage to escape this absurd world before time runs out?
Estimated duration 100 min.
Estimated distance 2.3 km
Rating
3.8
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Start Location Vredenburgplein, Utrecht
End Location Lange Nieuwstraat 38, Utrecht

Kids Games (8-10 y.o)

Games for children (8-10 years): Families discover small, funny investigations designed to be enjoyed together and to be joyful. The route blends play, imagination, urban exploration, and little colorful surprises. An outdoor escape game for children remains simple, funny, accessible and easy. The puzzles are clear and visual, the routes short and reassuring. Parents and kids discover the city while laughing, learning, and bonding.

Peter Pan UTRECHT

Kids Games (8-10 y.o)
Children
Follow in the footsteps of Peter Pan and his lost shadow in Utrecht! Solve thrilling puzzles across the city, face Captain Hook, and help the Lost Children. An adventure game for young and old alike, blending urban exploration with the magic of Neverland.
Estimated duration 90 min.
Estimated distance 2 km
Rating
3.8
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Start Location Park Lepelenburg, Utrecht
End Location Bartholomeibrug, Utrecht

Investigation & Mystery

Investigations and mysteries: The streets teem with possible clues; you just have to keep your eyes wide open. The pace is tense, the city pushes you to speed up now. An outdoor escape game here puts you on the trail, and fast. We question witnesses, cross-check, we race against the clock. Ideal for those who love solving tight puzzles with a close-knit and focused team.

The Walter Case UTRECHT 39,99 €

The Walter Case UTRECHT

Investigation & Mystery
Teens Adults
Join the C.R.I.M.E. agency and dive right into the heart of the Walter case in Utrecht! Solve a thrilling kidnapping, interrogate suspects, and conduct an urban investigation against the clock to save a life and the city. Will you be the detective who unravels the mystery? The game is on!
Estimated duration 120 min.
Estimated distance 3.2 km
Rating
4.1
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Start Location Kroonstraat 25, Utrecht
End Location Wittevrouwenstraat 11, Utrecht

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Coddy is your self-guided way to explore Utrecht through play.

An urban escape game that transforms the streets of Utrecht into a playground — with riddles, missions, and discoveries to be made.

Perfect for families and friends: work as a team, solve puzzles, and rediscover the city together.

Already more than 250,000 players have explored European cities with Coddy — now it’s your turn in Utrecht!

Self-guided tour

Explore Utrecht whenever you want with an interactive map and geolocated challenges.

Learn while you play

As you play, you unlock fun facts and historical facts about the places you visit in Utrecht.

Play as a team

Work together to solve riddles, make critical choices, and complete your mission.

Just your phone

You can start whenever you want: all you need is a smartphone and your team!

Frequently Asked Questions

Find all the answers you need about our city games

Concept & Gameplay

An urban escape game from Coddy is a GPS-guided outdoor adventure played with your smartphone. As you explore the city, the app leads you to various locations.

  • At each stop, you receive part of a story and a puzzle to solve.
  • To solve the puzzles, you need to observe your real surroundings and use clues provided by the app.

This experience combines city exploration with interactive missions and challenges, making it a fun and engaging way to discover new places.

Accessibility & Safety

Accessibility of the route for strollers and wheelchairs

  • The routes used in Coddy's urban escape games are designed to avoid staircases and prioritize pedestrian areas.
  • However, we cannot guarantee that all locations will be fully accessible for wheelchairs.

If you have specific accessibility needs, we recommend reviewing the route details in advance or contacting us for more information before your game.

Flexibility & On-Site Logistics

Yes, you can pause your Coddy urban escape game whenever you need a break.

  • Simply use the Pause button in your game interface to stop the game timer.
  • This allows you to enjoy a coffee, visit a museum, or take any break you like during your city adventure.
  • When you are ready, you can resume your game and continue exploring at your own pace.

Discovery & Cultural Value

During Coddy's urban escape games, you will discover a mix of famous landmarks and hidden backstreets. The route is designed to showcase both well-known sites and unique places with interesting stories. This blend allows you to experience the city's classic highlights and uncover lesser-known spots, each chosen for their special anecdotes and cultural value.

Social & Competition

Yes, there is a leaderboard in Coddy's urban escape games.

Your team’s total score is calculated based on your completion time, the number of hints used, and any penalties incurred during the game. This score appears on the leaderboard for the specific city where you played. The leaderboard allows you to compare your results with other teams who have completed the same game in that city, adding a competitive and social element to your urban escape adventure.