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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?
4,4/5 from 314 reviews
The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Dijon
120 minutes 2,8 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 Dijon, 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
Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance2,8 km
Per team1 to 6 players
From12 years old
Languages
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Dijon in 1555
- Start Location Jardin Darcy, Dijon
- End Location Place Saint-Fiacre, Dijon
What awaits you in Dijon
L'Alchimiste DIJON invites you to travel back in time to 1555, at the heart of a medieval city beset by strange events. Witness the arrest of Josyne, accused of witchcraft, and dive into a thrilling investigation where every choice you make is crucial.
Wander through the historic streets of downtown Dijon, from Jardin Darcy to Place Saint-Fiacre, collecting clues and questioning a whole cast of witnesses: Pernelle the alchemist, the Burgomaster, the Judge, the Governor… Each holds valuable information that could influence the course of your adventure.
Your decisions will shape the fate of Josyne, as well as your own. Will you defend her innocence, or will you allow yourself to be overcome by collective anxiety? Inspired by a true historical event, Josyne Van Vlasselaer's story brings new intensity to this human experience, enriched with twists and surprising revelations.
With limited game time, prepare to experience an immersive, captivating adventure with family or friends. Will you dare to face the mysteries of the past to uncover the truth?
Ready in three steps
No guide, no time slot, no queue. Your smartphone is the game master.
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Buy your code
It arrives by email within a minute. One code covers a team of 6 players.
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Pick your moment
Saturday afternoon, summer evening or rainy Sunday: head to the starting point whenever you feel like it.
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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
4,4 /5
Average rating from 314 player reviews
The players' verdict
C'était amusant et il y avait une petite touche de magie. Puis j'ai trouvé ça bien. Se
c'était chouette malgres quelques beug de l'application mais le principe est super et vraiment bien
ma maman et moi avons adoré découvrir la ville grâce à toutes ces énigmes
Jeu bien construit qui permer de visiter Dijon. \nLe timing convient bien
En construire plus en Suisse, c’était génial. Nous avons adorés
super! idéal pour visiter la jolie ville de Dijon !
Prévoir des gants et un bonnet Belle balade dans Dijon
Super moment en famille à la découverte de Dijon !!!
belle experience qui fait découvrir la ville autrement
un excellent moment très fun et très intéressant
belle découverte de l'activité et de Dijon
bonne expérenne pour découvrir la ville.\n
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: Jardin Darcy, Dijon. The code arrives by email right away. You set off whenever you like, for 3 years.
Book for 39,99 € per teamRefundable as long as the code is not activated
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39,99 € per team
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Book The Alchemist Dijon
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
