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City exploration game
Pinzgau_Quest: The alchemist´s secret records in Kaprun
4.67Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 55 min 2.2 km Kaprun App-guided
Play in
EnglishGerman
The experience
About this quest
Explore the history of Kaprun by following the trail of a clever alchemist. He hid his secret knowledge, and now it’s your turn to uncover it!
Solve fun puzzles at different spots around town, like the Oldtimer Museum, Ahornpark, and City Hall.Along the way, you’ll learn about Kaprun’s history and nature, and discover clues to the alchemist’s secrets—healing potions, powerful knowledge, and even the secret to turning metal into gold.
It’s a mix of mystery, adventure, and local stories
Solve fun puzzles at different spots around town, like the Oldtimer Museum, Ahornpark, and City Hall.Along the way, you’ll learn about Kaprun’s history and nature, and discover clues to the alchemist’s secrets—healing potions, powerful knowledge, and even the secret to turning metal into gold.
It’s a mix of mystery, adventure, and local stories
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Explore Kaprun Fortress, where the alchemist hid his secrets.
Solve puzzles at the Oldtimer Museum, once his horse stables.
Discover the hidden meaning of the memorial for brave hikers.
Uncover clues at the scenic Ahornpark.
Visit the historic Kaprun Museum, tied to his secret love.
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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
Kaprun
A · Start
Schloßstraße 55, 5710 Kaprun, Austria
B · Finish
Kitzsteinhornpl. 1b, 5710 Kaprun, Austria
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Pinzgau_Quest.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Pinzgau_Quest
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
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Family friendly
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What is the Kaprun alchemist quest about?
The quest tells a fictional alchemist mystery in the Pinzgau setting. You solve outdoor clues at your own pace with the app as your guide.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue without a guide or fixed start time, so 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.
Keep exploring
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Explore Questo giftsHISTORY AND CULTURE IN KAPRUN
A history-led way to explore Kaprun
Pinzgau_Quest: The alchemist´s secret records in Kaprun is for visitors who want more context than a casual walk, but more freedom than a scheduled guided tour. The quest uses a route through Kaprun to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Fortress and finishes at Maiskogel over 2.2 km, with 11 challenge locations. Typical duration: 55 min; 2.2 km walking route; 11 challenge locations
Choose this for active, private discovery at your pace. Choose a guided historical tour or museum when expert live interpretation or curated exhibits matter more. Playable languages: English, German.
