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4,5/5 from 11 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Edinburgh

120 minutes 2,3 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 Edinburgh, your investigation begins.

Discover the story
1 code = 1 team
39,99 € per team

Up to 6 players with a single code

, or per player
  • 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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A question before you book?
Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance2,3 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.

Edinburgh in 1555

2,3 km on foot, 3 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.

Map of the The Alchemist Edinburgh route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location 17 George St, Edinburgh
  2. General Register House 1

    General Register House

  3. French Institute of Scotland 2

    French Institute of Scotland

  4. National Museum of Scotland 3

    National Museum of Scotland

  5. End Location 27 Chambers St, Edinburgh

What awaits you in Edinburgh

Edinburgh, 1555. A wind of mystery sweeps through the city as Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft, has just been arrested. Fate places you as a witness to this scene: will you follow your heart and help her, or condemn her with the crowd? Your choices will shape the adventure and its outcome, each decision opening new paths.

Set out to explore the medieval alleyways, question colorful characters—from the Burgomaster to the Bishop—and gather intriguing clues. Between legends and real historical facts, you will uncover the secrets of a fascinating story, inspired by true events, that will bring you closer than ever to the truth.

With a journey leading you from the city’s heart to Edinburgh’s iconic landmarks, this immersive and fast-paced adventure challenges you to separate fact from fiction. Collect evidence, trust your intuition, and unravel the mystery of the alchemist, in a gripping race against time!

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
4,5 /5

Average rating from 11 player reviews

Positive reviews91 %

The players' verdict

good times - great story!
super fun, glad we did it! we did a bit of cheating and rented out a scooter. super fun.
super mix entre une escape room et un game pour découvrir la ville. je recommande
ce serait chouette que chaque équipe ait un itinéraire différent, sinon super !
super van genoten. leuke manier om Oostende op een andere manier te ontdekken.
Chouette moment et sert à découvrir la ville en même temps !
jammer dat we veel heen en weer moesten. verder heel leuk
funny and instructive game. love it
it's just amazing.I have no words
goed super gezellig en leuk
sympa pour visiter la ville
Alles was in orde!

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: 17 George St, Edinburgh. 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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39,99 € per team · No fixed date
39,99 € per team No fixed date