You are Maxime Leroy, apprentice to a brilliant master watchmaker whose greatest creation has been shattered in the night by a jealous rival. Eleven fragments of the legendary Geneva Timepiece are now scattered across the city’s most iconic and secret corners.
From the thunderous spray of the Jet d’Eau to hushed cathedral stones and winding Old Town passages, your mission is clear: recover every piece before sunset and save your master’s life's work from being lost forever.
Places you will visit
11
It will take you
64-94 mins
You will walk
3020 steps
Total distance
2.3 km
Made by Gat
Gat created this quest · the route, the puzzles and the story are theirs.
Meet the makerWhat you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Jet d'Eau de Genève whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 11 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Promenade de la Treille and see where you land on the Geneva leaderboard.
Highlights
Walk through Geneva’s most beautiful lakeside paths and Old Town streets
Discover monuments, mosaics, fountains, and hidden watchmaking symbols
Solve puzzles, decode inscriptions, and spot subtle architectural details
Learn surprising stories about Geneva’s engineering and horological past
Piece together fragments of a legendary timepiece as the suspense builds
Enjoy a memorable, story-driven challenge — perfect for couples, friends, and curious explorers
The mission: Your story in Geneva
Last night, a jealous rival broke into the workshop and destroyed your master's greatest creation - the Geneva Timepiece. Now, 11 fragments are hidden across the city. Your master was supposed to show the Timepiece at next year's big exhibition, but he's too heartbroken to search.
You have until sunset to find every piece before the rival does. Can you save your master's life work?
ABOUT THIS EXPERIENCE
What to expect from The Geneva Timepiece
Step into Geneva, 1886 — a city ticking with innovation, elegance, and quiet rivalry. You are Maxime Leroy , apprentice to a brilliant master watchmaker whose greatest creation has been shattered in the night by a jealous rival. Eleven fragments of the legendary Geneva Timepiece are now scattered across the city’s most iconic and secret corners. From the thunderous spray of the Jet d’Eau to hushed cathedral stones and winding Old Town passages, your mission is clear: recover every piece before sunset and save your master’s life's work from being lost forever. Follow clues etched into history, solve puzzles hidden in plain sight, and feel time itself guiding your journey through the birthplace of Swiss precision. In a city where every second counts — will your wit and determination be enough to bring the Timepiece back to life?
Walk through Geneva’s most beautiful lakeside paths and Old Town streets Discover monuments, mosaics, fountains, and hidden watchmaking symbols Solve puzzles, decode inscriptions, and spot subtle architectural details Learn surprising stories about Geneva’s engineering and horological past Piece together fragments of a legendary timepiece as the suspense builds Enjoy a memorable, story-driven challenge — perfect for couples, friends, and curious explorers
Start: Jet d'Eau de Genève. Finish: Promenade de la Treille. 11 challenges included.
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
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