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City exploration game
Escape the Great Plague: A Medieval Vienna Mystery
4.6Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 52 min 2.6 km Vienna App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
Step into the shadows of 1679 Vienna, a city ravaged by the Great Plague. Streets once filled with music now echo with silence. But one man—Marx Augustin—refuses to let hope die. In this real-world adventure, you’ll follow the trail of Vienna’s legendary balladeer, solving riddles and uncovering secrets hidden among the city’s medieval ruins.
This quest is more than a game. It’s a walk through history, a test of wit, and a journey you’ll want to share with friends or family. Discover forgotten corners of Vienna, connect through clever clues, and rise—like Augustin—as a beacon in the darkness. Are you ready to bring light back to a city in despair? The story begins now.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
Starting and ending at Ruprechtsplatz, this 2.6 km loop follows the balladeer Marx Augustin through plague-struck 1679 Vienna, past the Hofburg, Stephansdom, the Basilikenhaus and Griechenbeisl in about an hour. It suits medieval history fans, escape game groups and families with older children who enjoy medium-level riddles. If a story of plague and silent streets feels too grim for your youngest, pick another walk.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Follow the footsteps of Vienna’s legendary balladeer, Augustin, as he returns to a city in despair.
Explore hidden medieval alleys and historic taverns lost to time.
Uncover secrets from the era of the Great Plague through real-world puzzles.
Feel the past come alive in this immersive mix of storytelling, walking, and mystery-solving.
Share the experience with friends or family—this journey is made for unforgettable memories.
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Vienna
A · Start
Ruprechtsstiege 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
B · Finish
Hofburg, innerer burghof 1, 1010 Wien, Austria
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
Cafe Frauenhuber
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Stock im Eisen
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Figlmüller Bäckerstraße
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Bäckerstraße
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Basilikenhaus
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Griechenbeisl
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Ruprechtsplatz
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Hofburg Palace
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Stephansdom
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The people behind the adventure
Created by Job Zomerplaag.
A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.
Made by Job Zomerplaag
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
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Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
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Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
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Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Kid friendly
- Hidden History
- Difficulty level: Medium 🟡🤔
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
Is this quest about the Great Plague of Vienna?
Yes. The story is set in 1679, when the Great Plague emptied Vienna's streets of music. You follow the trail of Marx Augustin, the city's legendary balladeer, solving riddles and hearing the history of each place as you walk through the old centre.
Is this an escape game in Vienna?
It works like an outdoor escape game. Instead of a locked room, your phone leads you through the streets of the old town and sets riddles based on what is in front of you at each stop. The puzzles are rated medium difficulty, and you can start whenever you like.
Where does the quest start and how long does it take?
It starts and finishes at Ruprechtsplatz, so you end where you began. The route covers 2.6 km and takes about an hour, passing the Hofburg, the Albertina, Stock im Eisen, Stephansdom, Bäckerstraße, the Basilikenhaus and Griechenbeisl. You can pause and continue later.
Is it suitable for children?
It is tagged kid friendly, but the riddles are medium difficulty and the story deals with the plague, so it suits older children best. They can help read clues, spot details on buildings and follow Augustin's trail through the streets.
Can we play as a group, and do we need to book a time?
Yes, one ticket covers your whole group, so friends or family can solve the riddles together. There is no set time slot and no guide to meet. Start whenever suits you, and if you stop for a break you can pick up again later.
What’s the setup of this adventure?
It’s 1679 Vienna, reeling from the plague. The legendary balladeer Marx Augustin returns to find his city in despair. Your job? Follow his footsteps, solve historic clues, and bring hope back to the streets.
Who will enjoy this most?
Perfect for couples who like moody evening walks, groups of friends wanting something dramatic, history nerds, and tourists eager to see Vienna’s hidden medieval corners.
What landmarks will we see during this route?
You’ll pass spots like Café Frauenhuber, Stock im Eisen, Bäckerstraße, Ruprechtsplatz, Stephansdom, Hofburg Palace, and more tucked-away alleys. Hidden corners + big names.
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Vienna plague context
The 1679 epidemic behind a later city legend
Vienna suffered a major plague epidemic in 1679, part of the recurring early-modern outbreaks that prompted quarantine, religious responses and public-health measures. The Pestsäule on the Graben commemorates the epidemic and the Habsburg vow connected with it. This quest’s escape story is fictional, while the disease, fear and memorial landscape are historical. Playable languages: German, Spanish, French, English, Italian, Dutch.
