Ojennuslaitos served as a correctional facility, essentially a prison, from 1840 to 1871. With such a long history, the building has certainly seen its fair share of time. Over the years, Ojennuslaitos has been carefully restored and well maintained. Many of our players have had the chance to admire its interior stained-glass mosaics and other stunning details.

To ensure the building remains in good condition, a major roof renovation is currently underway. The renovation began in the fall of 2024 and is expected to be completed by the summer of 2025.

Due to the renovation, our courtyard is somewhat disrupted, and construction noises can be heard inside during the day. We apologize in advance if these sounds reach the rooms during gameplay — unfortunately, there’s not much we can do about it. The good news is that in just a few more months, the roof and Ojennuslaitos will be in better shape than ever!

Artikkeli Ojennuslaitos under renovation julkaistiin ensimmäisen kerran Getaway.

It’s finally happening — a brand-new city adventure is coming to Hämeenlinna! 🛠️

For the past few years, players in Hämeenlinna have been able to enjoy Lost Love, our outdoor escape game. In this city adventure, players have:
✅ Explored Hämeenlinna’s city center
✅ Solved a humorous dating mystery
✅ Tackled a variety of tricky puzzles

This game has been available each summer season, from May to the end of October.

Lost Love has received great feedback and has been a fun addition to our traditional indoor escape rooms. It has been especially enjoyable on sunny summer days when the city is buzzing with events. ☀️

A New Game in the Making

At the start of the year, we began designing a brand-new city adventure for Hämeenlinna. The game is being developed by our Hämeenlinna game masters, Sini and Laura, together with the game design team behind our escape rooms.

Like Lost Love, the new game will take players to key locations in Hämeenlinna’s city center, using both the city’s infrastructure and physical game elements to solve puzzles. This is not just a checkpoint-based game or something played solely on a mobile device! 😊

True to Getaway’s style, the game’s story will be inspired by Hämeenlinna’s history and themes familiar to its residents.

Right from the start, we are also developing the game in English, making it a perfect activity for entertaining international guests and introducing them to Hämeenlinna’s city center.

Got Ideas? We’d Love to Hear Them!

Just like Lost Love, our new game will guide players through various locations in Hämeenlinna’s city center. The route is starting to take shape, but there’s still room for interesting stops.

Do you know a place, building, monument, or detail in Hämeenlinna’s city center that deserves more attention? Let us know! We’ll check it out and see if we can incorporate it into the game.

If you operate a business in the city center and have a ground-level storefront where we could hide a small clue for players to find, get in touch! These would be fantastic additions to the game and would help direct players to your location as part of their adventure. ☺️

You can send us your suggestions via our contact form.

Stay tuned! We’ll be sharing updates about the project on social media and in our news section. 📝

Artikkeli A New City Adventure in the Making julkaistiin ensimmäisen kerran Getaway.

• Can we play an escape room with children?
• Which games are best suited for playing with children?

The short answer: Yes, you can! And technically, you can play any of our rooms. Below is a more detailed explanation.

How to Choose the Right Escape Room for Playing with Kids? 🔍

Playing escape rooms with children is incredibly fun! Kids often excel in escape rooms because their thinking is more open-minded and less rigid than that of adults. They are also great at exploring, searching, and finding hidden clues and objects. 🔑

We offer four different escape rooms:

• Frozen Forest (children’s escape room)
• Destiny of the Knight
• The Witch Brothers
• Viking Exhibition

Frozen Forest

Frozen Forest is designed for elementary school-aged children. The game is structured so that kids can solve it independently without adult players. The game master stays nearby to assist if needed and ensures the game is completed within the one-hour time limit. Frozen Forest is an excellent choice for a child’s first escape room experience or a family’s first escape game together. However, it’s important to remember that the room is designed for children, meaning the kids should take the lead in solving puzzles. Adults will need some self-restraint to avoid taking over the game and instead let the kids progress at their own pace. 😉

Knight’s Destiny

If you’ve already played a few escape rooms before, we recommend Knight’s Destiny as your next choice. It is the most straightforward of our adult escape rooms and has a theme suitable for children. The main difference between adult and children’s escape rooms is that in adult games, we cannot guarantee that the one-hour time limit will always be enough to complete the game. However, our game masters provide hints when necessary to prevent players from getting stuck on a single puzzle for too long.

The Witch Brothers

The Witch Brothers is the only escape room we have with a recommended age rating of 12+. The game takes place in a medieval prison with a dim and eerie atmosphere, which may be too intense for more sensitive children or first-time players. However, if your family has played escape rooms before and enjoys a bit of suspense, The Witch Brothers can be a truly unforgettable experience. Many children have played this room, and while we don’t prohibit kids from entering with adults, the final decision is up to the guardians. 😊

Viking Exhibition

Viking Exhibition is our most challenging adult escape room. If your family has played multiple escape rooms and enjoys a good challenge, this might be a great choice. The difficulty comes from the large number of tasks and puzzles within the game. If you enjoy dividing tasks among team members or solving puzzles in smaller groups, you’ll likely love Viking Exhibition. This room is also our most spacious, making it a great option for larger groups of 5–7 players.

What to Consider When Choosing an Escape Room?

When selecting a game, keep these factors in mind:

• Players’ ages: Younger children should start with the easiest room, while older kids can handle most games. Reading skills are important for escape rooms. At Getaway, all players under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.
• Previous experience: First-timers should begin with a children’s game and progress from easier to more difficult rooms. Experienced players can choose based on personal preference.
• Group size: Maximum player limits vary between games, so be sure to check the details of each escape room.
• Age recommendations: Some rooms have suggested age limits, so always verify these beforehand.
• Theme and story interest: If you’ve played a few rooms before, choose one that sounds most exciting to your group.

Keeping these points in mind, you’ll surely find the perfect escape room for your team! If you still have questions about playing with children, don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re happy to help. 🧡

Artikkeli Escape Room with Children julkaistiin ensimmäisen kerran Getaway.