Escape Tour Bolsward
Discover the city's secret exit!
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Discover Bolsward in a different way
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The Story of Bolsward
Starting location: 1 Wipstraat
Go back to the year 1774 with the Escape Tour Bolsward, and discover this unique Frisian town in a surprising way. Since the stadtholder Willem V has taken the helm, there has been a great deal of unrest in the city. Bolsward wants control of the city back! Fryslân Boppe, in other words: Friesland above all! Bolsward set up a militia company that keeps watch day and night.
With the Escape Tour, you take on the role of Wopke, a member of the militia. When Willem V finds out about the nefarious plans, he goes hunting for the entire company. So Wopke has to get away! He goes looking for the secret passage out of Bolsward.
Escape the city
Will you complete all assignments and be able to decipher all the clues? And will you also do that in a fast time? Then you deserve a place on the Wall of Fame! Of course, playing the game will also take you past the best sights of Bolsward. The search starts at the town hall. Good luck!
Highlights of Bolsward
Want to explore more of Bolsward? Combine your tour with these attractions, which are perfect to visit before or after your tour.
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Frequently Asked Questions
In Bolsward, you follow Wopke, a member of the militia who opposes William V. When the stadtholder sets out to hunt down the ringleaders, Wopke is forced to flee.
You use the app to follow tasks, riddles, and clues. That way, you help Wopke, step by step, find his way to the secret exit in Bolsward.
The story revolves around urban resistance, the militia, and Frisian pride. As a result, Bolsward is given a mission with a distinct character of its own.
Yes, you explore the city in an active way while playing through an exciting story. The missions always give you a reason to keep looking further.
William V gets wind of the plans in the city and launches a manhunt for Wopke and his cronies. The secret exit is his only way out.