Francesca

Storyteller

Easter 2026

Netherlands

Harderwijk

Botter on a smuggling mission

<div>Discover Harderwijk with a puzzle quest through the historic harbor quarter. Stroll past the botters, see the historic mill, and experience how fishermen once lived and worked.&nbsp;<br><br>Along the way, you unravel a gripping smuggling story that brings you step by step closer to the solution. Fun for young and old: children can actively take part in the puzzles, while adults enjoy the rich historical insights about Harderwijk a hundred years ago.&nbsp;</div>

The ghost of the university of Harderwijk

<div>Wander the old university grounds of Harderwijk and uncover the forgotten stories of a vanished university. The buildings are still here, but the university itself disappeared into the mist of time.&nbsp;<br><br>Or did it? Something remains. Something that still drifts through the city. For 270 years, Heyndrick has wandered these streets, a former student who never truly left.&nbsp;<br><br>Discover what happened to him… and why he has yet to find peace.&nbsp;</div>

Pirates of the Southern Sea in Harderwijk

<div>Step into the world of the Pirates of the Southern Sea and experience an exciting pirate adventure in the heart of Harderwijk. Together with Dunya Dune you search for a long lost silver treasure.<br><br>Along the way you solve riddles, discover hidden stories and follow the trail of real pirates. This is no ordinary walk this is an adventure full of mystery, humour and surprises. Perfect for anyone who dares to explore!</div>

Nijmegen

Mariken of Nieumeghen

<div>Walk through medieval Nijmegen as seen by Mariken, a curious and rebellious girl from a famous miracle play from around 1500. You will climb old staircases, pass through hidden gates and stand before buildings that have stood for centuries.&nbsp;<br><br>Along the way you will see the world as she did, torn between right and wrong, faith and freedom. This is not just a walk through the city. It is a walk through her story.&nbsp;</div>

Romans in Noviomagus (Nijmegen)

<div>Nijmegen, the oldest city in the Netherlands, once part of the Roman Empire.&nbsp;<br>In this quest, you’ll explore it through the eyes of Quintus, a young Roman soldier. Walk past hidden walls, ancient roads, and forgotten stories. Learn how the Romans built, ruled, spoke, and lived.&nbsp;<br>From emperors to everyday people; there’s so much to see, to hear, to learn… and sometimes even to touch. Are you ready to take the journey?&nbsp;</div>

Zeewolde

Walking the Seabed of the Zuiderzee

<div>This was once water. Now it’s your path. I am Klaas, a fisherman from the old Zuiderzee, born when waves still ruled this land.&nbsp;<br><br>In Zeewolde, you walk where I once sailed and discover the spirit of a long-lost sea. This is no ordinary walk. It is a true memory, a journey for curious minds and kindred spirits.&nbsp;<br><br>Bring a friend, a child, a partner — and return together to the bottom of the sea, solving puzzles from the past along the way</div>

Lilliana Jonas and the Curse of the Utrecht Basilisk

Nicola Rinaldi

Tess van den Bergen

Berit

AnnetBK

Bart Wester

Bert

Kelly Valente Stevens

The wishmaster

Sofie Van Elten

Leen Vanarwegen

grootfde@quicknet.nl

kara

Rein Zijlstra

Harm van Berkel

Peter van de Ruitenbeek

Locutus

Hanna van den Munkhof

Giovanni Geuze

Carlos4

SimBem

Karina

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Harderwijk · 3 quests

Botter on a smuggling mission

The ghost of the university of Harderwijk

Pirates of the Southern Sea in Harderwijk

Nijmegen · 2 quests

Mariken of Nieumeghen

Romans in Noviomagus (Nijmegen)

Zeewolde · 1 quest

Walking the Seabed of the Zuiderzee

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