Ghosts of Thorshavn: The Lost Commandant
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🧩 Gamified Discovery: Solve 11 location-based puzzles to unlock hidden stories and secret spots.
📍 Starting Point: The Prefect's Castle (Amtmansborgin), 4 Laðabrekka, Tórshavn 100, Faroe Islands
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Places you will visit
11
It will take you
75-105 mins
You will walk
3940 steps
Total distance
3 km
Route you will explore
Starting point The Prefect's Castle (Amtmansborgin)
4 Laðabrekka, Tórshavn 100, Faroe IslandsFinish point The Fort
Yviri við Strond, Tórshavn, Faroe IslandsAbout this quest
On this scary city game in Tórshavn, you will follow step-by-step instructions to unlock creepy stories about haunted places such as Tinganes, the Old Town and the Old Cemetery.
Are you up for a haunted walk around Tórshavn?
Highlights
Visit some of the most haunted places in Tórshavn
Hear graveyard stories and other haunted stories from town
Hear haunted stories which have been forgotten by the locals
Learn about Faroese folklore
The mission: Your story in Thorshavn
People say they have seen him roaming the streets, though some believe him to be dead.
Travel around town and see if you can find him. Along the way, you'll visit some of the most haunted places in Tórshavn.
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
The Fort
The Old Town, Undir Ryggi
Tórshavn Cathedral
Good to know before you play
- No attractions ticket(s) required
- Some checkpoints may contain temporary construction work
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
While you can play solo, quests are more fun with friends or family. One ticket works for a group.
Ratings and Reviews
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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
Affordable per-group pricing
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 | Affordable per-group pricing |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
