Trondheim: Escape the Shadow Realm
All the while, step into an immersive storyline and follow a mysterious crow into 'the shadow realm'. You must escape in order to tell the tale!
Do you have what it takes to escape, traveller?
How many are playing?
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Places you will visit
10
It will take you
33-63 mins
You will walk
2500 steps
Total distance
1.9 km
A note from Razvan Constantinescu
“simple guy”
Meet the makerWhat you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Stiftsgården 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 Kristiansten Fortress and see where you land on the Trondheim leaderboard.
Highlights
Discover the beauty of Trondheim's most famous landmarks with your friends.
Embark on an adventure as an inter-dimensional traveller.
Prepare your camera for the most Instagrammable sights in all of Trondheim.
Learn the lesser-known history of Trondheim in a fun, interactive way.
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
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Wild Sculpture
Stiftsgården Courtyard
Stiftsgården
The mission: Your story in Trondheim
"GET OUT" a deep voice booms in your head. "If not, your soul will be damned forever! In order to leave this realm there is a series of challenges you must face. Get ready!
HISTORY AND CULTURE IN TRONDHEIM
A history-led way to explore Trondheim
Trondheim: Escape the Shadow Realm 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 Trondheim to connect clues, places and stories.
The route starts at Stiftsgården and finishes at Kristiansten Fortress over 1.9 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 48 min; 1.9 km walking route; 10 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.
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
55 ratings
DANIEL YANG HANSEN
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Beat the best: Top Trondheim explorers
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 |
