Team vs team
Use your own phones and join a team. Any teammate’s answer advances everyone. Beat the other teams on the leaderboard.
City exploration game
Mechelen Tower on fire
4.25Player ratingA DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 168 min 4.7 km Mechelen App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
With this game you'll discover the beautiful city of Mechelen. This questo guides you to all the highlights of the city.
You can play the game alone, as a family, or with friends. Only during nighttime or late evenings, some stops may be unreachable.
Be sure to check the weather before you start with this Questo. Mechelen is still Belgium, so the weather can be unpredictable.
The starting point is 300m from the parking garage "Zandpoortvest" and 750m from the grand station.
You can play the game alone, as a family, or with friends. Only during nighttime or late evenings, some stops may be unreachable.
Be sure to check the weather before you start with this Questo. Mechelen is still Belgium, so the weather can be unpredictable.
The starting point is 300m from the parking garage "Zandpoortvest" and 750m from the grand station.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
You'll discover an interesting part of the history of the city of Mechelen by walking by a few highlights like the City Hall and the fish market.
You'll have plenty of opportunities to stop and take a break!
By learning about the city, you'll discover many other fun activities you can do around town. For more information, visit visit.mechelen.be!
From people who played this quest
Good times. In their words.
4.25 / 5
16 player ratings
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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
Mechelen
A · Start
Hanswijkstraat 63, 2800 Mechelen, Belgium
B · Finish
Onder-Den-Toren 12, 2800 Mechelen, Belgium
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
The people behind the adventure
Created by Elodie Vh.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Elodie Vh
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
- Fun to do as a couple
- Route open 24/7 but better during daylight hours
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is Mechelen Tower on Fire a real emergency tour?
No. The fire mission is fictional. It is an app-guided outdoor puzzle adventure through Mechelen, played independently without a fixed start time.
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 start 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
Every quest. One year.
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Explore Questo giftsHISTORY AND CULTURE IN MECHELEN
A history-led way to explore Mechelen
Mechelen Tower on fire 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 Mechelen to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Het Arsenaal and finishes at Sint-Romboutskathedraal over 4.7 km, with 14 challenge locations. Typical duration: 168 min; 4.7 km walking route; 14 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, Dutch, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Romanian, Portuguese.
