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City exploration game
Magical Barcelona: Witchcraft at Montjuic Castle
4.51Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 114 min 4.3 km Barcelona App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
Get your daily dose of nature by hiking up to Montjuic Castle and visit some magical places along the way. Play this city game in Barcelona to defeat evil sorcerers, meet magical creatures, solve puzzles, and unlock true stories. In this self-guided walking tour, you will see top-rated attractions in Barcelona whilst taking the road less traveled.
The best part? You are the hero in this story, and only you can save the day.
Disclaimer: some of the information in this quest may not be suitable for children. Any of this information will be marked with the title “For adults”.
Disclaimer: this route is a hike. Please be advised that some parts are uphill and require suitable footwear.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Active couples and families with older children who would rather hike up Montjuïc than take the cable car will get on well here: around two hours and 4.3 km of puzzles and a story of evil sorcerers, taking in Font Màgica, the Joan Miró Foundation and the castle. Skip it if a long uphill walk is too much or your children are small, as some of the content is not meant for them.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Discover 10+ attractions and scenic areas in Placa Espanya and Parc de Montjuïc
Solve brain-teasing puzzles to learn about art, nature, and military fortresses
Get exercise and view the city of Barcelona from a magical mountain
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.51 / 5
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Barcelona
A · Start
Carrer de Tarragona, 76, 08015 Barcelona, Spain
B · Finish
Ctra. de Montjuïc, 66, 08038 Barcelona, Spain
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The people behind the adventure
Created by Mariah Girouard.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Mariah Girouard
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is there a witch-themed walk in Barcelona?
Yes. This self-guided game follows a story of witchcraft and magic across Montjuïc. You defeat evil sorcerers, meet magical creatures and solve puzzles at real places such as Font del Gat, the Jardins de Mossèn Cinto Verdaguer and Montjuïc Castle, while hearing true stories about each spot.
Are there castles in Barcelona you can walk to?
Montjuïc Castle is the goal of this quest. Rather than riding the Telefèric de Montjuïc all the way, you hike up the hill on foot, stopping at gardens, fountains and museums along the way, and the castle is one of the stops on the route.
Where does it start and how long does it take?
The quest starts at the Woman and Bird sculpture. The route covers about 4.3 km with 13 stops, including Plaça d'Espanya, Las Arenas and the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, and takes around two hours. It is best played during the day.
Is it suitable for kids?
It is recommended for families, but it suits older children best. The walk is over 4 km with an uphill hike, and the quest carries a disclaimer that some of its information may not be suitable for children, so younger kids may struggle with both the distance and parts of the story.
Can two of us play together, and can we stop partway?
Yes. One ticket covers your whole group, so a couple can play together on their phones. There is no set start time to book, so you begin whenever you like, and you can pause the game and continue later if you want a break on the hill.
What makes the Montjuïc quest different from a standard city walk?
It turns the route into a fantasy mission: you are the hero facing sorcerers and magical creatures while discovering places around Montjuïc. The route includes uphill sections, so suitable footwear matters.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.
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Magical Barcelona: Witchcraft at Montjuic Castle is for players who want a fantasy, folklore or adventure story tied to a real-world route in Barcelona. It works best when the story and puzzles matter as much as the walk.
The route starts at Woman and Bird and finishes at Montjuïc Castle over 4.3 km, with 13 challenge locations. Typical duration: 114 min; 4.3 km walking route; 13 challenge locations
Choose this for a self-guided story mission outdoors. Choose a venue attraction when a contained indoor experience matters more. Playable languages: English, Italian, Spanish.
