Skálholt — The Bishop's Conspiracy
Uncover the ruthless plot behind the beheading of Iceland's last Catholic bishop Jón Arason in 1550. Decode clues across Skálholt's sacred ruins to expose the traitors who ended an era in blood.
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In 1550, Skálholt reverberated with the clash of Reformation zealots against the unyielding Catholic bishop Jón Arason
Skálholt — The Bishop's Conspiracy
You are a loyal confidant to Bishop Páll Jónsson, in Skálholt during his episcopate (1195-1211), facing a conspiracy that threatens the balance of
Delve into Skálholt, Iceland's ancient episcopal see, where medieval conspiracies still echo among the stones of centuries-old ruins.
How does it work?
Explore the city on foot solving puzzles based on real historical facts. No locked room — the city is your playground.
No app to download. Play directly from your browser. Guided step by step, at your own pace.
One purchase per phone is enough. Play with family, friends or as a couple — everyone participates.
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears and speaks to you in your language. Golden letters magically write themselves on the wall to reveal the puzzle answer.
Stuck? Progressive personalised hints. The character repeats the puzzle on demand — at your own pace.
French, English, German, Spanish, Italian + 27 other languages auto-translated by AI.
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The story that haunts this land
Your quest begins at the entrance to the Skálholt historical site, the starting point of your investigation. This place, one of Iceland's most important historical sites, has been a major episcopal center since the 11th century. As Bishop Páll Jónsson's emissary, you must first understand the extent of the threats facing the ancient bishopric. The first clues guide you to the archaeological excavations of the old bishopric, where remains have revealed interesting discoveries since the 1954 excavations, located in the immediate vicinity of the modern cathedral.
Skálholt Cathedral, consecrated in 1963 after its reconstruction in the mid-20th century, is your next stop. It is renowned for its modern artworks and artifacts from previous churches on the site. It is here that the conspirators might have hidden their first clues. The historical importance of this place, which has seen generations of bishops succeed each other since the 11th century, is palpable. Look for discreet marks left by the adversary in contemporary artworks or among ancient relics.
Continue your investigation to the Tomb of the Bishops, located in the crypt of the modern cathedral. This place is intimately associated with the historical bishops of Skálholt and includes artifacts from archaeological excavations on site. Here lies the sarcophagus of Bishop Páll Jónsson (bishop from 1195 to 1211), exhumed in 1954, which could hold crucial information. The crypt, with its solemn atmosphere, is a key place to decipher the intentions of your adversaries.
The Skálholt Museum awaits you next, presenting discoveries from archaeological excavations conducted since 1954. It exhibits objects related to the old bishopric and the Skálholt school, serving as a study center for medieval finds from the site. Here you will find fragments of Sudurland's history that could shed light on the conspirators' motivations, as well as clues about their hiding places. Each artifact, whether a liturgical object or a daily tool, can conceal an essential clue for your mission.
Your final stop leads you to the mysterious 13th-century Tunnel, discovered during archaeological excavations in the 20th century and leading from the old bishopric's excavations. Accessible to visitors from the historical site's entrance, this underground passage is the ideal place for a secret meeting or the concealment of evidence. By exploring this ancient conduit, you gather the last elements to thwart the conspiracy. This journey through Skálholt will have allowed you to discover a unique medieval heritage, blending real history and narrative immersion in the heart of Iceland.
The Route
5-10 curated sites across the territory
The gameplay: AR, camera, hidden clues
At each stop, open your phone camera: an augmented reality character appears on the façade and speaks your language. Hunt the clue — it materializes as golden letters on the real wall or floats in front of you. When you find it, the phone vibrates, an AR chest opens and reveals your answer fragment. 8 stops, 8 clues to find with the camera, 1 final code.
The stops on your route are a surprise. You'll discover them one by one, guided by your phone, starting from the meeting point.
How does it work with a group?
One phone = one team. Pick the number at checkout (1 to 10).
Solo, or a group sharing the screen. One team, one code.
Family, couple, or 2-3 teams competing. Each phone has its own code and its own score.
Friends, bachelor/bachelorette, small office outing — each their own code, each plays at their own pace. Tiered pricing then €6 flat per phone from the 6th.
- ✓All codes are independent — play at the same time OR separately, each team advances at its own pace.
- ✓Leaderboard between your teams + global game leaderboard — each score appears in the public ranking.
- ✓More than 10 phones or need a personalized quest? Discover custom tours.
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Practical info
Why this route?
Court Intrigues
Unmask the secret alliances and betrayals that led to the fall of Iceland's last Catholic stronghold.
Royal Power
Understand the distant but relentless grip of the Danish crown on the island's political and religious affairs.
Medieval Justice
Relive the stakes of a political and religious trial that changed the course of Icelandic history.
Blood seals the fate of a nation.
A tale of power and betrayal.
9 features nobody else has
OddballTrip combines gamified play, augmented reality and AI. All our competitors deliver 1 or 2 of these angles. We deliver all 5.
AR treasure chest
A golden chest floats in front of the monument. Tap → opening animation → reveals a secret message.
AR narrator character
Point your phone at the façade: a knight, witch, monk, sailor, detective or ghost appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language with their dedicated ElevenLabs voice (each character has their own unique voice) — your living guide.
Magic golden letters
At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's the puzzle answer. An unforgettable visual effect.
Written + audio narration
Every puzzle available as text AND voice-over: read at your own pace or listen eyes-free while walking. Great in groups and for accessibility.
360° radar + vibration
A mini-radar shows the target even behind you, and the phone vibrates when you aim in the right direction.
Heritage storytelling
Every puzzle weaves in real historical facts (architecture, era, anecdotes). You learn by playing — like a gamified audioguide.
Progressive AI hints
3 levels of AI-generated help: vibe → where to look → answer format. You're never stuck.
AR selfie memento
At the end of the game, capture a selfie with OddballTrip banner + mascot, shareable on Instagram, TikTok.
Zero app to install
PWA technology: open the link, it plays in your browser. Same quality as an app, no App Store hassle.
Frequently asked questions
Q01Do I need to download an app?
No, never. You get a link, you click, it plays in your browser. That's the point of a PWA: same as an app, without the hassle.
Q02Does it work offline?
GPS yes (handled by your phone). Maps yes (tiles cached). AI and hints need an intermittent 4G connection.
Q03How long does a game take?
1 h 30 to 2 h 30 depending on your pace. The timer runs but only for the leaderboard — you play at your own tempo.
Q04What happens if I'm stuck?
You get 3 levels of hints per puzzle (increasing penalty). If truly stuck, you can skip the step (45-min penalty but you keep going).
Q05What's the age range?
From 12 without an adult, from 6 with an adult reading puzzles. Works for families, couples, friend groups, companies.
Q06What if my city isn't in the catalogue?
Pre-register or contact us — we'll email you as soon as your city is live.
Q07What is augmented reality exactly?
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language. At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's your answer. After each puzzle solved, a treasure chest floats in front of you. Seeing is believing.
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