Escape the Forest Stuttgart
A toxic cloud threatens the city – and your team has 2 to 3 hours to save it. Escape the Forest turns a park into the playing field – in Stuttgart we like to recommend the Schlossgarten, but you play wherever you want. In small teams you follow clues over meadows and paths via tablet, crack puzzles and race against time. Escape room meets nature – out in the green.
What is Escape the Forest?
Escape the Forest is a mobile outdoor escape game. Many know the principle from the escape room: solve puzzles as a team, combine clues, crack codes and work together against the clock. Only here it does not happen in a closed room, but outdoors in nature – a park or city forest becomes the playing field.
Teams are guided by a game app on a tablet that leads them step by step through the mission. There is no fixed room, no setup and no prior knowledge needed: each team gets its tablet, and off you go. Fresh-air movement meets brainwork – exactly the mix that bonds a team.
Highlights
How Escape the Forest works
The escape room experience in the fresh air – as a mobile game that your team runs through the park on its own.
1 · The story
A toxic cloud spreads over Stuttgart. Your team slips into the role of scientists who escaped the disaster lab – now you must produce the antidote in the Schlossgarten and save the city.
2 · The game
In small teams you follow clues through the park via the tablet, evaluate hints and crack puzzles. Fresh-air movement and brainwork alternate – every solved task brings you closer to the antidote.
3 · The support
Experienced team guides set up the game and are reachable by chat and phone throughout the event. You have nothing to worry about except solving.
4 · The finale
Together against the clock: whoever completes the mission in time saves the city. At the end the winning team is crowned – a moment you'll still talk about over the closing get-together.
Takes place all year with suitable clothing – rain ponchos or sunscreen are included.
Pricing & Services
| Group size | 1.5 – 2 h | 2.5 h | 3 h |
|---|---|---|---|
| from 10 people | from €44.95 | from €47.45 | from €49.95 |
| from 30 people | from €40.45 | from €42.70 | from €44.95 |
| from 50 people | from €38.20 | from €40.35 | from €42.45 |
| from 100 people | from €35.95 | from €37.95 | from €39.95 |
Prices per person, plus statutory VAT.
Individually adjustable: Smaller groups on request, longer event duration, multi-day formats or very specific wishes – we are happy to discuss these in person.
Additional costs: Travel (€0 – 100) plus venue and catering as required.
Scope of Services
- ✓ Planning and execution of the event
- ✓ Provision of complete event equipment
- ✓ Moderation & support by experienced team guides (DE / ENG)
- ✓ Optional with competitive character or as a cooperative team experience
- ✓ Event photos available for download
- ✓ Award ceremony at the end
- ✓ Setup and teardown
Optional Additional Services
- → Individual customizations (puzzles, routes, start and finish points, theme selection, etc.)
- → Branded clothing (T-shirts, hoodies)
- → Winner trophies
- → Event photographer
- → Location scouting
- → Catering and more
We come to wherever you want to play
The beauty of Escape the Forest: we run it wherever it suits your team best – a park, a city forest or another green space, even right on your doorstep. We only give recommendations. For Stuttgart we especially like to suggest the Schlossgarten, because it brings everything a good game needs – which is why it serves as our example here.
Compact on 2–2.5 km
In the Upper Schlossgarten around the Eckensee lake a loop of 2 to 2.5 kilometres is easy to lay out. Ideal for connecting stations without long distances, so your team stays on the move on foot and keeps crossing paths.
A green ribbon right in the city
Wide meadows, old trees and the Eckensee with its fountain – right between Schlossplatz and the State Theatre, the Schlossgarten feels like a green stage. This backdrop pulls teams straight in.
Many scenes, one mission
The Eckensee, bridges, lawns and quiet corners turn into puzzle locations. A simple walk becomes a thrilling race against time.
Example Schlossgarten: a backdrop that makes your game special
Why do we like to recommend the Schlossgarten for Stuttgart? The roughly 64-hectare, over-600-year-old grounds run as a green ribbon right through Stuttgart's city centre. The Upper Schlossgarten around the Eckensee is surrounded by the Schlossplatz, the State Theatre and the regional parliament – it hardly gets greener in the centre.
You don't need a remote forest for the game: the Upper Schlossgarten offers everything a good mission needs in a small area. From the Eckensee with its fountain via the meadows to the shady avenues, paths, bridges and quiet corners become puzzle stations. The loop is just 2 to 2.5 kilometres, so your team is on foot throughout and keeps crossing paths.
And the Schlossgarten has a trump card few playing fields offer: nature right at the city's cultural heart. Between two puzzles your gaze sweeps over meadows, with the opera, theatre and Schlossplatz all around. On request the day rounds off perfectly with a stroll across the Schlossplatz or a meal in the city.
Getting there & good to know
The Schlossgarten is absolutely central and easy to reach – e.g. via Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof or the light rail (Schlossplatz/Staatsgalerie) – ideal when your team arrives from different directions. By car, Stuttgart is connected via the A8 and A81. An Escape the Forest pairs well with a meal in the city – just ask us about a supporting programme.
Insider tips for your Escape the Forest in Stuttgart
A few hints from experience so your team day in the Schlossgarten runs smoothly:
🗓️ Best time
From May to September the Schlossgarten shows its finest side – ideal for the outdoor game. But it runs all year; with suitable clothing autumn is lovely too, when the park is especially quiet.
👟 Comfortable shoes
Meadows, park paths and shady avenues are part of the Schlossgarten. With flat, comfortable footwear your team has more headspace for puzzles and less for sore feet.
🏛️ Schlossplatz bonus
Right next door, to finish, a stroll across the Schlossplatz with the New Palace is worth it – Stuttgart's grand central square. A lovely add-on straight after the game.
📅 Request early
Popular dates (May–September) book up fast. Requesting early secures your preferred date and enough lead time for individual adjustments.
Where we run team events in Stuttgart
We bring material, guides and technology. What we need is a place with room. In Stuttgart it is usually one of these:
Schlossplatz
Stuttgart's central square with the New Palace, Schlossgarten fountain and the Jubilee Column. The perfect starting point for city rallies through the old town.
Photo hotspot, especially in the evening with the illuminationsSchlossgarten
Over 60 hectares of green oasis in the centre of Stuttgart, with the opera house, state library and right at the main station. Ideal for team challenges and Crime Challenges.
Right at the main station — ideal for visiting teamsHöhenpark Killesberg
Landscape park on the rim of the Stuttgart basin with viewing tower, allotment landscape and rose garden. An ideal backdrop for Highland Games and archery.
42 m viewing tower as a rally stationVineyards
Right on the edge of the city: Stuttgart is the only large German city with vineyards inside the urban area. A unique backdrop for wine rallies.
Wine rally with tasting stations in autumnGetting to Stuttgart
Most teams arrive in the morning and start straight away. This is how you reach Stuttgart:
- Rail: ICE rail hub, Stuttgart Hbf is aktuell to "Stuttgart 21" umgebaut
- Car: A8/A81 Stuttgart motorway junction, oft Stau on B14/B27 in the Stadtgebiet
- Airport: Stuttgart Airport ca. 13 km, S-train station 30 min
- Getting around: Stuttgart is has strong public transport (SSB with S-Bahn, U-Bahn, Bus). Stuttgart Hbf central, airport Stuttgart by S-Bahn in ca. 30 Min reachable.
Where to eat afterwards in Stuttgart
After two to three hours out and about people are genuinely hungry. For the round after Escape the Forest we recommend Paulaner am Schlossplatz (up to 200 people); we can book it for you.
| Venue | Cuisine | Capacity | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brauhaus Schönbuch €€ | Schwäbisch/brewery | up to 200 people | Bolzstraße/centre | Eigenes Craft-beer, schwäbische specialities |
| Carls Brauhaus €€ | Schwäbisch/Regional | up to 300 people | Stauffenbergstraße | Hausbrauerei with beergarten, large Kapazität |
| Weinstube Kochenbas €€ | Schwäbisch/winestube | up to 60 people | Stuttgart-Wangen | Traditionelle winestube with regionalen wineen |
| Alte Kanzlei €€€ | Schwäbisch/Gehoben | up to 120 people | Schillerplatz | historics Ambiente, direkt at the Schillerplatz |
| Restaurant Cube €€€ | International/Modern | up to 80 people | Kunstmuseum | Gläserner Kubus with 360°-Blick on palaceplatz |
Staying overnight in Stuttgart
For teams travelling from further away or staying for the evening: these places in Stuttgart are used to groups.
| Hotel | Rooms | Location | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin ★★★★★ €€€€ | 187 | main station | Traditionshaus direkt at the station, Rooftop-Spa |
| Maritim Hotel Stuttgart ★★★★ €€ | 555 | Heilbronner street | very large Kapazität, ideal for Gruppen |
| Le Méridien Stuttgart ★★★★★ €€€ | 293 | palacegarten | Right on the palacegarten, stilvolles Ambiente |
| Motel One Stuttgart-Hauptbahnhof ★★★ € | 313 | main station | Design-Budget, centrally located |
| Holiday Inn Stuttgart ★★★★ €€ | 155 | Mittlerer palacegarten | Gute Lage at the palacegarten |
Weather in Stuttgart: when outdoor makes sense
Escape the Forest takes place entirely outdoors. Best time for it in Stuttgart: Mai bis September. The table helps with picking a date, the current month is marked.
| Month | Ø °C | Rain days | Sun h/day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 2 | 9 | 2 |
| Feb | 3 | 8 | 3 |
| Mar | 7 | 9 | 4 |
| Apr | 11 | 9 | 5 |
| May | 16 | 11 | 6 |
| Jun | 19 | 11 | 7 |
| Jul | 21 | 10 | 7 |
| Aug | 21 | 10 | 7 |
| Sep | 16 | 8 | 5 |
| Oct | 11 | 8 | 4 |
| Nov | 6 | 9 | 2 |
| Dec | 3 | 10 | 1 |
- Spring: The palace gardens and vineyards come alive, the first beer gardens open. The foehn wind often brings clear views across the basin.
- Summer: High season in the palace gardens and on the Killesberg. The basin can get hot, so plan for shade.
- Autumn: Grape harvest in the vineyards, golden autumn in the palace gardens. Note: the Cannstatter Volksfest fills the city.
- Winter: Indoor season in conference hotels and brewhouses. The Christmas market on the Schlossplatz as a highlight stop.
Event impressions
This is what Escape the Forest looks like in action – teams out in nature, puzzles in hand, together against the clock.
Good to know before you ask
The four points people ask about most often, straight from our terms and conditions.
Rebooking is free
Moving your event to another date costs nothing, at any time.
Free cancellation up to 7 days before
Up to seven days before the event you can cancel at no cost. From seven days onwards the full price applies.
Final headcount 7 days before
Tell us the final number up to seven days before. Adding people later is always possible at the same price per person.
Invoice after the event
Up to 5,000 € net you pay in one go after the event. Above that, 50 % on signing and the rest afterwards.
Full details in our terms and conditions.
Talk to us directly
René Weinert answers the phone himself. Since 2001, more than 100,000 participants.
Off the shelf – or your own theme
Escape the Forest works straight away as a ready-made format. Those who want it more individual can help shape it – because sometimes a team event should sound like your team, not like a template.
Adapt the theme
Instead of the classic toxic-cloud story, the framework can be adjusted and varied – just ask us about the possibilities. The park stays the playing field, the narrative becomes yours.
Customise individual puzzles
On request we weave company-specific terms, insider references, numbers or a link to your business into selected puzzles. Small touches with a big "aha" effect for the team.
To be honest: not everything is possible, and a fully custom game needs some lead time – but in consultation a surprising amount can be done. Just tell us what you have in mind.
More team event ideas in Stuttgart
Escape the Forest is not the only thing we put on in Stuttgart. These formats also fit:
Perfect for which occasions?
Escape the Forest suits groups of 10 to 200 people – from a small team day to a large company event. Especially popular for company outings, team building, kick-offs, conference side programmes and club outings in Stuttgart.
Frequently asked questions about Escape the Forest Stuttgart
How long does Escape the Forest Stuttgart take?
Usually 2 to 3 hours. We adjust the exact duration to your schedule.
Where does the event take place in Stuttgart?
That's up to you. We run Escape the Forest wherever you like – in a park, city forest or on a suitable site, also near you. For Stuttgart we like to recommend the Schlossgarten (absolutely central, easy to reach by train and light rail); we agree the exact starting point with you.
Do we need prior knowledge or an app?
No. Each team gets a prepared tablet with the game app. Our guides explain operation and rules before the start – anyone can play.
What does Escape the Forest in Stuttgart cost?
From €44.95 per person. Larger groups receive discounts: 5% from 30, 10% from 50 and 15% from 100 people.
What happens in bad weather?
Escape the Forest takes place all year with suitable clothing. Rain ponchos or sunscreen are included – and the park offers plenty of trees as shelter during a shower.
Where in Stuttgart do outdoor events take place?
Most often we use the Schlossplatz, the Schlossgarten and the Killesberg hilltop park. All places suit groups of 10 to 200 people; for larger groups we clarify the space in advance.
When is the best time for an outdoor event in Stuttgart?
Mai bis September. Outside these months we plan an indoor alternative in the same quote, so you do not have to rebook if the weather turns.
How do participants from out of town get to Stuttgart?
By rail: ICE rail hub, Stuttgart Hbf is aktuell to "Stuttgart 21" umgebaut. For overnight stays, Steigenberger Graf Zeppelin is a proven choice for groups.
Escape the Forest in other cities
Experience our mobile outdoor escape game in other cities too – in a park or city forest near you:
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