E-Scavenger hunt Haarlem: Explore at your own pace

A game that takes you through the city instead of a guide taking you through it

An e-scavenger hunt in Haarlem where you solve riddles and complete assignments on your smartphone, moving through the city's best spots at whatever pace suits your group. You start whenever you want, pause whenever you need, and play in one of six languages. The game runs 24/7 with no fixed times or reservations, and works for groups of two to six people.

The experience

You download the Qula app, get your login details after booking, and show up at the starting point whenever you choose. The game guides you through Haarlem using GPS, leading you to the nicest squares, streets and monuments while you answer questions about what you find and complete small search tasks. Everything happens on your phone: no printed map, no guide talking at you, no schedule you have to follow.

The whole thing is designed to take around two hours, but there's no timer and no pressure. You can stop for a coffee, sit in a square for twenty minutes, or come back tomorrow and pick up where you left off. If someone in your group gets tired or wants to skip ahead, you just pause and resume later. It works for families with kids, groups of friends competing for the top score, or anyone who wants to learn about Haarlem without the "boring guide" experience.

The app is available in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian and more. Your phone needs data to use GPS and load the clues, but once you've got that sorted, the game itself is the cheapest way to spend an afternoon exploring the city as a group.

What’s included

• Access to the Qula Haarlem City Trail app for a group of up to six people.
• GPS-guided navigation through the city's best squares, streets and monuments.
• riddles and search assignments to complete at each location.
• facts about Haarlem's landmarks.
• play in one of six languages.
• 24/7 availability with no fixed start times or reservations.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupUp to 6

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 14 days ago

Good to know

Easy physical levelWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot for heart conditions

Operated by Qula

Is this one for you?Choose this if you want to explore Haarlem on your own terms rather than follow a guide's pace. You set the speed, the stops and the schedule, which works especially well for groups who want to compete for the top score or families who need flexibility with young children.

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Top questions

How do I start the e-scavenger hunt once I've booked?

After your booking, you'll receive an email with instructions on how to log into the Qula app on your smartphone. Once you're at the starting point in Haarlem, you open the app and begin your quest. That's it.

Can I do this hunt with a large group or a family with young children?

The game works for groups of two to six people, so families and friend groups fit perfectly. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller while you play, and the app is designed to be family-friendly.

What if I don't finish the hunt in two hours or want to come back another day?

There's no time limit and no deadline. You can pause the game whenever you want and resume it later, even on a different day. The trail is available 24/7, so you pick your own schedule entirely.

Is the hunt accessible if I use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns?

All areas and surfaces along the trail are wheelchair accessible, and transportation options nearby are also wheelchair accessible. The game is suitable for all fitness levels.

What languages is the hunt available in?

The Qula City Trail is offered in English, German, French, Dutch, Spanish, Italian and several other languages, so you can play in whichever one you prefer.

Do I need anything besides my smartphone to play?

Your phone needs to be Android or iPhone compatible and have an active data connection so the app can use GPS to guide you through the city. Everything else is included in your booking.