Escape Tour Haarlem
Discover the city's secret exit!
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Discover Haarlem in a different way
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Escape within 2 hours
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The Story of Haarlem
Starting location: Begijnebrug
The Escape Tour Haarlem takes you back to the year 1637, the year when the famous painter Frans Hals was at the height of his glory. He was much loved among the \\\'rich and famous\'\\ and earned good money with his paintings. Unfortunately, he also had the talent of making that money disappear like snow in the sun…
When he once again found himself in debt, he came up with a plan. What if he simply stole his paintings back from the wealthy? As you can guess, this plan did not last long, forcing Frans to make a quick escape from the city. His only chance was the well-kept secret exit of Haarlem. But where exactly was it?
Escape the city
Take on the challenge and answer all the questions, complete the tasks and decipher the cryptic clues in this city game. You will have two hours to find the secret exit. Do you manage to set a fast time? Then you will earn yourself a place on Haarlem’s Wall of Fame. The adventure begins at Philip Frankplein, good luck!
Highlights of Haarlem
Want to explore more of Haarlem? Combine your tour with these attractions, which are perfect to visit before or after your tour.
Frequently Asked Questions
In Haarlem, you follow the painter Frans Hals, who spends his money faster than he earns it. When he tries to steal his own paintings back, things go wrong.
You'll set out with your team and use the app for tasks, riddles, and clues. That way, you'll help Frans Hals find the secret exit from Haarlem.
The story of art, debt, and clever theft lends the city a playful sense of suspense. As you walk through it, you find yourself looking at details as if they were part of a painting.
Yes, the tour is lively, lighthearted, and easy to play together. You'll explore Haarlem while trying to keep Frans Hals out of trouble.
His plan to steal the paintings back doesn't last long. As soon as the rich people catch on, the secret exit is his only chance.