Historic Ghent: The Lottery Hunt
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Made for this city by a local creator, with a real-world challenge at every stop.
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About this quest
Rediscover works of art and their authors in an entertaining way. Follow in the footsteps of power-hungry people who tried to take control of this important city.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Find out why people from Ghent often wear nooses around their necks and how the tradition started.
Learn about the industrial revolution and how it connects to Napoleon.
Feel the clash between Calvinists and the Spanish Empire.
Discover Jacob van Artevelde, a rich merchant who rose to the top only to come crashing back down.
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Your walk, at a glance
Ghent
Kouter 172, 9000 Gent, Belgium
Sint-Veerleplein 11, 9000 Gent, Belgium
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
From your phone to the streets
Pick it. Open it. Play.
- 01
Choose your access
Check the player and phone options for your group.
- 02
Open the Questo app
Follow your purchase instructions to access the quest.
- 03
Head to the start
Follow the clues and let the adventure unfold.
Choose your way to play
Explore at your own pace.
| Experience | This quest | Guided walking tour |
|---|---|---|
| Experience | Discover places through stories and clues in the app | Hear stories and ask a guide questions |
| Pace | Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look | Usually follows the guide’s schedule |
| Company | Explore with your own people or on your own | Private and shared group tours are available |
| Guidance | Directions and challenges in the Questo app | Live interpretation from a guide |
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Plan your day
Good to know before you play
- Walking distance
- 3.4 km
- Playing time
- Play at your pace · usually 85 min
- Languages
- EN · ES · NL
- Best during the day
- Best for couples
- Recommended activity for families
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Frequently asked questions
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A flexible self-guided way to discover Ghent
Historic Ghent: The Lottery Hunt is for travelers who want a private, self-guided city experience rather than joining a scheduled walking-tour group. You follow a route, solve clues and discover places at your own pace.
The route starts at Kouter 172 and finishes at Gravensteen over 3.4 km, with 15 challenge locations. Typical duration: 85 min; 3.4 km walking route; 15 challenge locations
Choose this for flexibility, privacy and active discovery. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English, Dutch, Spanish.