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4,3/5 from 122 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Lille

120 minutes 5 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 Lille, 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 distance5 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.

Lille in 1555

5 km on foot, 11 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.

Map of the The Alchemist Lille route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas, Lille
  2. Paris Gate 1

    Paris Gate

  3. Hospice Gantois 2

    Hospice Gantois

  4. Town Hall 3

    Town Hall

  5. Palace of Fine Arts 4

    Palace of Fine Arts

  6. Cityhall of the North 5

    Cityhall of the North

  7. Saint-Etienne Church 6

    Saint-Etienne Church

  8. End Location Place du Général de Gaulle, Lille

And 5 more places along the way, to discover on site.

What awaits you in Lille

The Alchemist LILLE transports you to the winding streets of Lille in 1555. As a village woman named Josyne is accused of witchcraft, you find yourself witnessing the scene. What will you do: help her or accuse her? Each decision shapes the course of your adventure, leading you to a series of surprising encounters: the mayor, the judge, the bishop, and many more.

Your mission: investigate, explore, and solve puzzles by questioning witnesses and examining clues hidden around the city. Inspired by a true story, this journey reveals the hidden side of Lille and its forgotten secrets. Will you be able to unravel the mystery before time runs out? Let yourself be swept away in an immersive game combining suspense, logic, and historical discovery. Perfect for a unique adventure with friends, family, or colleagues while rediscovering the city in a whole new light!

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
4,3 /5

Average rating from 122 player reviews

Positive reviews81 %

The players' verdict

Experience super sympa, faite avec ma fille de 12 ans. On s'est amusé à résoudre les énigmes et
beaucoup d allers retours peut être inutiles. Mais experience fort intéressante. A refaire dans un
Abeille de la préfecture du Nord difficile à identifier, mais très bon jeu de piste
Une belle enquête nous faisant passer par de jolis endroits à Lille !
leuk spel, waardoor je de mooie plekken van de stad kon zien.
Pas évident le loup
très bon jeu malgré des énigmes difficiles.... c'était grave bien !
Très bonne expérience, parfois quelques bugs comme la reconnexion lors de nos déplacements (mais
très bien, mais nous avons juste eu un problème pour nous les loups devant la gare ne sont passés
avoir d'autre énigmes ( comme des photos de lieux, rentrer dans plus d'endroits publiques,...) mais
Concept du jeu très sympa ! Belle balade en ville...\nManque un peu plus d'interactions avec la
Dommage que l'environnement ne soit pas plus utilisé pour les énigmes.\nPlus d'énigmes comme

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: Parc Jean-Baptiste Lebas, Lille. 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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