Ringkøbing Fjord — The Pilot's Lost Logbook
Uncover the Pilot's forgotten logbook on Ringkøbing Fjord's shores, revealing a hidden eyewitness account of the Battle of Jutland's secret maneuvers. Decipher clues to expose the untold truth before it vanishes forever.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
In the misty dawn of May 31, 1916, the thunderous clash of the Battle of Jutland shook the North Sea, the greatest naval showdown of World War I
Ringkøbing Fjord — The Pilot's Lost Logbook
You are Poul Hansen, an influential Hanseatic merchant in Ringkøbing, Denmark, around 1550.
You are tasked with finding a lost logbook holding the key to forgotten trade
Uncover the maritime secrets of Ringkøbing, where the wake of a silted-up ancient port whispers tales of Hanseatic merchants and audacious explorers.
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.
Want to go deeper?
Places tied to your adventure — optional entries, totally up to you · per person
The story that haunts this land
Your quest for the logbook begins at Havnepladsen, Ringkøbing's historic harbor square, once a vital hub for maritime trade with the Hanseatic League. Until the 17th century, goods were exchanged here, before the gradual silting of Ringkøbing Fjord, exacerbated by the 1634 storm, drastically limited navigation. Archaeological remains discovered in 2005 bear witness to this prosperous period. Walking up Vester Strandgade and Vestergade, you trace the footsteps of sailors and merchants who once animated these streets, imagining the now-disappeared quays and ships that once docked just 300m from Torvet.
Continue your exploration towards Ringkøbing Vindmølle, a windmill built in 1895, standing 25 meters high. It represents an important landmark in the agricultural history of West Jutland, having been used to grind grain until 1950. Restored in 1980 by the municipality, it is one of the last functional windmills in the region. Located 1 km west of Torvet along Vesterhavsvej, this monument offers a perspective on Ringkøbing's economic evolution, transitioning from maritime trade to a more land-based economy, while remaining a visible landmark from walking paths towards the Fjord.
The path then leads you to the shores of the majestic Ringkøbing Fjord, a 300 km² coastal fjord formed approximately 4,000 years ago by a post-glacial marine invasion. This Ramsar site since 1977 is a crucial ecosystem for avian biodiversity, hosting 240 observed bird species. It is here that Ringkøbing's port silted up, marking the end of an era of maritime prosperity. The fjord, a candidate for UNESCO Biosphere designation, is a living testament to geological forces and human adaptation to a constantly evolving environment, offering insight into the natural heritage of West Jutland.
Returning towards the center, you approach Ringkøbing Kirke, built in 1340 in a Gothic style, with its imposing 60-meter tower. The church's interior houses a Renaissance altar from 1570, sculpted by Hans Gudwer, a masterpiece that testifies to the artistic richness of the period. From the bell tower, it is still possible to glimpse the remains of the old inner harbor, tangible proof of the deep connection between the church and the Fjord's maritime history. This site is a pillar of the Ringkøbing-Skjern Kommune heritage, nestled in the heart of Vestergade and Vester Strandgade streets.
Your journey concludes in Ringkøbing Torvet, the central square where Ringkøbing Rådhus stands, the neoclassical town hall built in 1815. This building, the seat of administration since 1860, with its facade adorned with an 1880 clock, is a central landmark of the town. By solving the logbook mystery, you have not only uncovered Poul Hansen's secrets but also a little-known aspect of Ringkøbing, a town in Jutland. This interactive tour will have taken you through centuries of history, from the medieval market to the ecological challenges of the Fjord, revealing the unique character of this West Jutland heritage.
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?
Naval History
Dive into the heart of World War I maritime stories, off the Danish coast.
Secret Documents
Uncover a forgotten logbook, carrying crucial testimonies and unexpected revelations.
Coastal Investigation
Lead the investigation through the historic streets and fjord coastline to unravel a forgotten mystery.
The past whispers through the waves.
Will you manage to hear it?
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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