Ghosts of Thorshavn: Self Guided Exploration Game & Walking Tour

DISCLAIMER: You will explore by yourself using the Questo app on your phone. No physical guide or stranger groups involved. The full route covers about 3 km (1.9 mi) and takes around 1:30h to complete. You can play any day, at any time. Languages available: EN.

This is a self-guided exploration game played through the old town streets of Thorshavn. You will explore 11 different locations while following the story of the missing Danish colleague searching the city for his vanished friend, piecing together clues from the haunted places he frequents to find the truth behind his disappearance. At each location, you will solve a real-world puzzle by searching for clues around on statues, monuments or facades, and receive the instructions for the next chapter. The game focuses around the old town, mixing real historical facts with local legends. Perfect for mystery lovers, urban explorers and ghost-story fans.

Starting from The Prefect's Castle (Amtmansborgin), the stops are spaced on average 250m apart, with each location taking around 5-10 min to complete. The route passes through local landmarks & attractions such as Áartún, Skansin and Havnar Kirkja.