Secret Society in Munich: Test of the Lion
This is an adventure full of riddles and mystery. You will get to visit the significant sites of Munich, blended in with an immersive story. You will unravel the secret of your long-lost friend, but also the hidden heroes forgotten by history.
You can enjoy this quest either while traveling in Munich or as a local, embarking on the journey and discovering a different side of the city. The puzzles range from normal to difficult.
How many are playing?
Unlock · €38.99Live in Munich? The Annual Pass is how locals play · €79.99/yr. See the Annual Pass →
Places you will visit
10
It will take you
80-110 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
A note from T&Y Playgrounds
“We enjoy solving, playing and creating puzzles!”
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Mariensäule whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 10 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Siegestor and see where you land on the Munich leaderboard.
Highlights
Uncover forgotten stories: tales of the wartime occupation and the resistance of White Roses, where history and mystery blur into a story you’ll piece together yourself.
Experience Munich like a local and solve medium to hard puzzles and enjoy the workout of your brain.
Hint: Use real-life elements but NO need to enter buildings.
Optimal for 2-4 ppl
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone · race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace · live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
The mission: Your story in Munich
The history is interwined with Munich's past. And the puzzle you are solving will reveal the fate of your once best friend.
OUTDOOR INVESTIGATION IN MUNICH
A detective-style mission through Munich
Secret Society in Munich: Test of the Lion is for players who enjoy spy, detective or investigation stories and want a city route with clues instead of a passive walk. The city becomes the setting for the mission.
The route starts at Mariensäule and finishes at Siegestor over 3 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 95 min; 3 km walking route; 10 challenge locations
Choose this for an outdoor investigation you control. Choose an escape room when a contained indoor set and fixed session are more important. Playable languages: English, German.
Good to know before you play
- Step Into the Story
- Difficulty level: ADVANCED 🔴🕵️♂️
- Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
- Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
- Squad Challenge
- Loved by couples
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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Frequently asked questions
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Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours
Flexibility
Regular Guided Tours
Fixed schedules & no pausing
Questo
Start, pause, and resume anytime
Privacy
Regular Guided Tours
Crowds of up to 30 strangers
Questo
Private experience for your group only
Pricing
Regular Guided Tours
$30-$40 per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
Availability
Regular Guided Tours
Requires advance booking
Questo
Instant access 24/7/365
Experience
Regular Guided Tours
Passive listening to a guide
Questo
Active gamification; you solve the mystery
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
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