Question 1

What is Urban Quest Adventures?

Accepted Answer

Ah — this is the one I always stumble on, because it depends where you're standing. The short of it: we turn real streets into story-driven walking adventures. You and your group follow a narrative through a city on your phone, solving challenges, uncovering the quieter histories, looking properly at landmarks you'd otherwise pass without a second thought. It's not a tour and it's not a game. It's closer to a film the city performs around you, at whatever pace you set. The best way to understand it is to walk one.

Question 2

How does Urban Quest Adventures work technically?

Accepted Answer

Everything runs in your phone's browser. No app download, no account to set up. You buy the quest, open the link on your phone, allow location access, and the adventure starts. Your phone's GPS is there to help you find each landmark when you want it. The story comes through text, images, and challenges along the way. That's the whole of it — simpler than most of us expected.

Question 3

How much does an Urban Quest cost?

Accepted Answer

One flat rate per quest, covering everyone with you, not per person. On your own or with five friends, the price is the same. The exact figure varies by city and is shown on each quest page. No hidden fees, no in-app purchases, nothing cropping up halfway through. You pay once. That's the whole story.

Question 4

How long does an Urban Quest adventure take?

Accepted Answer

Between 2 and 3 hours, as a rule, though every quest is self-paced. That means the rhythm is yours. If a café catches your eye, sit down. If a hidden courtyard pulls you off the route, go. The story waits. It has been waiting for some time already; a little longer won't hurt it.

Question 5

How many people can participate in one Urban Quest?

Accepted Answer

There's no hard ceiling, and no floor. On your own, a couple, friends, a family, a work team — all of it works, and it's at its liveliest with a handful of you. Do it whatever way suits you: share a single phone and lean over the screen together, or have everyone join from their own phone and stay in sync, so the group moves through the story as one. When one of you cracks a challenge, the others get a quiet heads-up and each decide for themselves — see how it was done, or keep at it. A larger crowd can split into teams and walk the same quest side by side.

Question 6

Do I need to book an Urban Quest in advance?

Accepted Answer

No booking, no schedule. You buy a quest and start when you like — today, tomorrow, in three weeks, on a Sunday morning when the weather turns. There are no time slots and no group to catch up with. The city is open. Begin when you're ready.

Question 7

How long is a quest valid after I buy it?

Accepted Answer

Twelve months from the day you buy it. No rush to begin, either: buy now, walk it next week or when the season turns, whenever the day is right. The quest keeps until you're ready for it.

Question 8

Are quests available year-round?

Accepted Answer

Yes, 365 days a year, rain or shine. Since you set the pace and can pause whenever you like, there's no bad time to begin. Some quests carry seasonal threads too — a Christmas market chapter in December, a garden detour when things bloom — so the same route can feel a little different depending on when you walk it.

Question 9

Can I gift a quest to someone?

Accepted Answer

A proper gifting feature is on the way — we're building it so you can surprise someone with a quest wrapped up properly. Until then, the workaround is simple: buy the quest and share the access link with whoever the gift is for. It works. It's just not as ceremonious.

Question 10

What do I need to bring for an Urban Quest?

Accepted Answer

A charged smartphone with mobile data, and shoes you can walk in. That's it. The adventure runs in your browser, so there's no app to download. Bring water. Dress for the weather. You'll be outside for two to three hours, and the weather has opinions of its own.

Question 11

Is Urban Quest Adventures suitable for children and families?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and some of my favourite afternoons have been with families. From around age 8, children can genuinely take part in the challenges — finding things, working things out, arguing with their parents over an answer. Younger ones enjoy the walking and the story unfolding around them. Each quest page lists its recommended age range.

Question 12

What languages are Urban Quest Adventures available in?

Accepted Answer

German and English, for now. More are on the way. Each quest page shows which languages are available for that particular adventure, so you can check before you pick.

Question 13

Is Urban Quest Adventures accessible for people with mobility restrictions?

Accepted Answer

Accessibility is something we take seriously. Every quest page includes terrain, distance, and elevation details, so you can judge whether a route suits you. Some quests follow flat, paved paths and work well for wheelchair users or anyone whose legs aren't what they used to be. If you have questions about a specific quest, write in and the team will help.

Question 14

Can I do an Urban Quest in bad weather or rain?

Accepted Answer

You can. Whether you want to is another question. Because quests are self-paced and pause whenever you like, most adventurers simply duck into a café when the rain gets serious and carry on once it passes. A few of the quests have indoor chapters too, which tend to arrive right on cue.

Question 15

Can I pause and resume an Urban Quest?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Every quest saves your progress automatically. Pause for coffee, pause for a spontaneous museum, pause and come back the next day if the afternoon turned into something else. When you return, you pick up exactly where you stopped. Your adventure on your schedule.

Question 16

What happens if I get stuck on a challenge?

Accepted Answer

Every challenge has a two-step hint system. The first hint nudges you in the right direction without giving the answer away. If you're still circling, a second hint narrows it further. The aim isn't to trip you up — it's to hand back the satisfaction of working it out yourself. In my experience, the right hint at the right moment is enough.

Question 17

How do I start a quest after purchasing?

Accepted Answer

After checkout, you'll receive a link by email and see it on the confirmation screen. Open that link on your phone, allow location access when asked, and a brief onboarding walks you through the essentials. A minute or two later you're heading to the first landmark. No app, no account. Open and go.

Question 18

What if my phone runs out of battery?

Accepted Answer

Start fully charged and bring a portable charger if you have one — two to three hours of GPS does drain a battery, there's no pretending otherwise. If the phone does die, your progress is safely saved. Charge up, open the link again, and you resume exactly where you left off. Nothing lost.

Question 19

Do I need an internet connection the entire time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, an active connection is needed throughout — for loading each challenge, confirming your location, and moving the story on. The data use is modest, roughly what casual browsing consumes, so a standard mobile plan covers it comfortably. If you're travelling and worried about roaming, connecting to a café's Wi-Fi during a stop along the route works just as well.

Adventurer Guide (FAQ)

The basics

Before you buy

Getting ready

On the day

Letters from the Chronicler