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4,2/5 from 348 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Brussels

120 minutes 4,6 km 12 years old 1 to 6 players

The year of our Lord 1555. Right before your eyes, the guards arrest Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. In the streets of Brussels, your investigation begins.

Discover the story
1 code = 1 team
39,99 € per team
per player
  • Up to 6 players with a single code
  • No need to book a date
  • Code valid for 3 years
  • Refundable as long as the code is not activated
  • Makes a gift: forward the code by email
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Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance4,6 km
Per team1 to 6 players
From12 years old
Languages
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A witch, really?

You play an alchemist in 1555, in an investigation drawn from real events. Josyne Van Vlasselaer really existed: she was an ancestor of Beethoven.

1

An arrest before your eyes

You were just passing by. The city guards lead Josyne away, accused of witchcraft. What on earth could she have done to deserve that?

2

Help or accuse

Your first decision changes the course of the adventure. Stand up for her, or join those pointing the finger? With strange things happening all over town, you might well hesitate.

3

Witnesses to question

Pernelle, the Burgomaster, the Judge, the Governor, the Bishop. You cross the city to meet them and examine every clue. The hard part is telling real leads from rumours.

4

Before the trial

Gather clues and witnesses in time to present them at the trial. What is at stake: sparing Josyne a tragic end. Time is not on her side.

The witnesses

Four people who may know more than they let on. Flip a card to prepare your questioning.

Brussels in 1555

4,6 km on foot, 14 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.

Map of the The Alchemist Brussels route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Rue du Grand Hospice, 1000 Brussels
  2. Grand Hospice Square 1

    Grand Hospice Square

  3. Saint John the Baptist at the Béguinage 2

    Saint John the Baptist at the Béguinage

  4. De Brouckère Square 3

    De Brouckère Square

  5. The Royal Theatre of La Monnaie 4

    The Royal Theatre of La Monnaie

  6. Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries 5

    Royal Saint-Hubert Galleries

  7. Mary Magdalene Chapel 6

    Mary Magdalene Chapel

  8. End Location Palais de Justice, 1000 Brussels

And 8 more places along the way, to discover on site.

What awaits you in Brussels

The Alchemist BRUSSELS invites you on a captivating journey through 16th-century Brussels. In the heart of a medieval atmosphere, you witness the arrest of Josyne, a village woman accused of witchcraft. The choice is yours: will you help her prove her innocence, or will you accuse her? Each decision you make along the way will transform your investigation and reveal new twists.

Question colorful characters, gather clues throughout the city, and unravel mysterious phenomena. This urban adventure game is inspired by real events: Josyne Van Vlasselaer, ancestor of Beethoven, was actually accused of witchcraft in Brussels. You will follow in her footsteps, from Rue du Grand Hospice to the majestic Palace of Justice, living an original story where urban exploration blends with History.

Available in several languages and limited in time, this game is perfect for fans of puzzles, adventure, and strong emotions. Ready to rewrite Josyne’s fate?

A family playing a Coddy game near a fountain in town

Ready in three steps

No guide, no time slot, no queue. Your smartphone is the game master.

  1. 1

    Buy your code

    It arrives by email within a minute. One code covers a team of 6 players.

  2. 2

    Pick your moment

    Saturday afternoon, summer evening or rainy Sunday: head to the starting point whenever you feel like it.

  3. 3

    Let the app guide you

    The Coddy app, free on iOS and Android, leads you from riddle to riddle with GPS.

One smartphone is enough for the team Hints if you get stuck Set off with a charged battery
4,2 /5

Average rating from 348 player reviews

Positive reviews87 %

The players' verdict

Super moment en famille, on a pu s'arrêter visiter à de nombreuses étapes ce qui nous a pris plus
Superbe expérience, hyper fun, plus de données historiques entre les étapes, au fur et à mesure
Costaud mais nous en avons vu le bout avant la fin du chrono. Merci à l'équipe pour cette chouette
Brilliant concept, good combination of story, adventure, and exploration. If only the weather was
Erg leuk om te doen! Aan het begin even wennen aan de puzzels maar goed te doen! kijk goed om je
top!! on a kiffé Bruxelles \nPS: on est nulle en allemand \nmerci pour la séance cardio
Heerlijk spel om te spelen. Je maakt het jezelf gemakkelijker door te spelen bij daglicht ;)
on recommande ! Très chouette moment en famille. Moyen ludique pour découvrir Bruxelles autrement
Top à faire en famille, un peu long pour les jeunes mais très intéressant
parfait ! nous avons découvert Bruxelles à travers cette aventure.
Nice game to discover Brussels, good enigmas, we definitely recommend
un super moment pour sortir des sentiers battus !

Before you book

The questions people ask most before buying.

All frequently asked questions
Do we have to pick a date?

No. Your code stays valid for 3 years from purchase. You start the game on whatever day and time suits you.

Can I give the game as a gift?

Yes. You receive the code by email and pass it on to whoever you like. It stays valid for 3 years with no date to set, so they play on whatever day suits them.

Is the game suitable for beginners?

Yes. The riddles call for observation and logic, not special knowledge, and hints get you going again if you are stuck. The game is recommended from age 12.

There are more than 6 of us, what do we do?

Take one code per team of up to 6 players. Teams set off at the same time and play the same route in parallel. The booking card works out the number of codes for you.

How many smartphones do we need?

One is enough for the whole team. Up to 6 phones can join the same game, handy if a battery runs low.

What if we get stuck on a riddle?

The Hint button in the app puts you on the right track, step by step. Each hint weighs a little on your final score, but nobody stays stuck.

Can I get a refund?

Yes, as long as the code has not been activated. Contact Coddy support before you start the game.

Josyne is counting on you

Start: Rue du Grand Hospice, 1000 Brussels. The code arrives by email right away. You set off whenever you like, for 3 years.

Book for 39,99 € per team
Refundable as long as the code is not activated

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