Lost Stories and Hidden Streets: Andersen’s Copenhagen
Copenhagen is stirring — shadows crawl where light once lived, and forgotten corners echo with words never written.
Centuries ago, Hans Christian Andersen hid a tale so haunting it threatened to unravel the soul of the city. That tale is waking. Statues are crying, memories vanishing. You and your team of Seekers must walk the city’s hidden streets, solve mind-bending puzzles, and uncover the 15 lost fragments before the troll in the tale becomes real.
This is no ordinary walk — it’s a journey into mystery, memory, and magic. A real-world adventure to reconnect, to feel alive, and to save a story before it's lost forever.
Live in Copenhagen? The Annual Pass is how locals play — €79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
11
It will take you
75-105 mins
You will walk
7090 steps
Total distance
5.4 km
Highlights
Find 15 lost fragments of a forgotten Andersen tale
Walk through Copenhagen’s hidden, haunted streets
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone — race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace — live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Royal Library Garden
Rådhuspladsen
Tivoli Gardens
The Round Tower
The mission: Your story in Copenhagen
Centuries ago, Hans Christian Andersen wrote a story so powerful, so terrifying, that it was hidden — locked away in ink and silence. The story whispered of a troll who devoured memories, breathing out shadows, erasing entire lives from the city’s soul. It was never published.
Now, something stirs beneath Copenhagen. Statues weep. Time slips. And you — the Seeker — are drawn into the city’s forgotten pulse.
Find the 15 hidden fragments of Andersen’s lost story before it consumes what’s left.
Literary Copenhagen
The city closely associated with Hans Christian Andersen
Hans Christian Andersen lived much of his adult life in Copenhagen, where the city’s streets, theaters and harbour became part of the world surrounding his work. His 1837 tale The Little Mermaid later inspired Copenhagen’s best-known waterside monument. This quest uses a fictional story; its literary setting is an invitation to notice the real city that shaped Andersen’s career. Playable languages: English.
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
Ratings and Reviews
10 ratings
Federitmo
Anna Firman
Julia Haug
Kai Möbus
smrogge
Beat the best: Top Copenhagen explorers
You might be interested in these quests
Magical Copenhagen: Little Mermaid
4.2 km | Avg. time: 55 min
Copenhagen Hippie Freetown Christiania
1.5 km | Avg. time: 52 min
The Conspiracy in the Royal District, Copenhagen
3 km | Avg. time: 69 min
Time Travelers Cronophone in Copenhagen
4.3 km | Avg. time: 122 min
Frequently asked questions
Is Lost Stories and Hidden Streets: Andersen’s Copenhagen self-guided?
Where does it start and finish?
How many accesses are needed?
Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
