The Duchess’s Treasure
Traces of the past lead to treasure.
An old notebook bearing Duchess Dorota’s name sets a search for hidden treasure in motion. Become Michał and explore Żagań, comparing photographs with the city around you, solving puzzles and looking for clues on historic façades. Someone has left a trail for you – can you read it?
Time
1 hr
Distance
2 km
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
PL / EN / DE
30,00 zł
For one code for the whole team
Your mission
In a gap between bricks, Michał finds an old leather-bound notebook. Faded notes, a sketch of a tower and Duchess Dorota’s name bring to mind tales of hidden treasure. Could this discovery finally reveal how much truth those stories hold? The first clue gives him a reason to head into town.
Take on Michał’s role and follow the notebook’s pages. Old photographs help identify buildings, while reliefs, monuments and ornaments provide new clues. You will assemble images, interpret puzzling notes and connect the numbers you discover. The route leads through central Żagań towards the palace – it is worth looking carefully above street level too.
“The Duchess’s Treasure” is an adventure for anyone who enjoys discovering a city through details and stories. You do not need to know Żagań: the app introduces the story, and you look for answers around you. Bring your curiosity and find out where the traces in the notebook lead.
How to start?
Buy a code
Choose a game and buy a code. You will receive it by email after purchase.
Download the app
Download Zu-CityGames and enter the code in the app.
Head into the city
Go to the starting point. The app will lead you through tasks.
No booking required. No host. At your own pace.
Your adventure starts here
Check the location and plan your way to the starting point.
What to expect while playing?
Story
Discover new chapters and be part of a story in the city.
Tasks
Look around, find clues and look for answers together.
App
The story, tasks and hints wait in the Zu-CityGames app.
Hints
Stuck? Use the hints to continue.
They already played. See what they think
Zagraliśmy, bo znajomi nam polecili. Ogólnie spoko, ale jedna zagadka nas pokonała. I niby jak już jesteś pod tym czymś, czego szukasz, to to widać, ale długo się naszukaliśmy. Fajne są podpowiedzi.
Dużo szyfrów i zagadek, gdzie trzeba się chwilę zastanowić.
Before you head into the city
Can we manage if we’ve never played a city game before?
Of course! Our games are also designed for people who are just starting their adventure with city games. The app guides you through the entire story step by step, and if you get stuck, you can use the hint system.
Before purchasing, it’s worth checking the game’s difficulty level. If this is your first adventure, we recommend starting with one of the easier games.
💡 Pro tip: During the game, check the Story and Fun Facts sections. You can return to previous events and information at any time – they may sometimes come in handy when solving later puzzles!
Can we play one game on multiple phones?
Each purchased code activates the game on one phone. That doesn’t mean you have to play alone, though – many people enjoy the adventure as a couple, with family or with a group of friends, all using one device.
If you prefer each participant to have the game on their own phone, you’ll need a separate code for each device.
When can we start the game?
After purchasing, you’ll receive an access code. Enter it in the app or simply open the link in the email. You’ll then see a short tutorial showing you how to use the app.
You can start the game on any day and at any time — no reservation is required. Just head to the starting point and begin your adventure.
Do we have to use the code immediately after purchasing it?
No. The game code is not assigned to a specific date or time. You can buy it in advance and start the game whenever you like – for example, a week or even a month later.
The code is valid for 12 months from the date of purchase.
Can we take a break and continue later?
Yes. Your progress is saved, so you can pause the game and return to it whenever it suits you.