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4,2/5 from 116 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Middelburg

120 minutes 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 Middelburg, 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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Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance3 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.

Middelburg in 1555

Map of the The Alchemist Middelburg route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Koningsbrug Middelburg
  2. End Location Vlissings Bolwerk Middelburg

What awaits you in Middelburg

The Middelbourg Alchemist invites you to experience an immersive urban adventure at the heart of the city, transported back to 1555. Josyne, a village woman, has been arrested on charges of witchcraft. Will you be able to separate truth from lies and influence her fate?

Step into the shoes of an alchemist, wander the historic streets of Middelbourg, and meet fascinating characters: witnesses, a judge, the burgomaster, the governor... At each stage, gather clues and question the townspeople to unlock the mystery. Your choices will affect the final trial and Josyne's outcome.

Inspired by a true story, this game plunges you into the intriguing atmosphere of the Middle Ages, complete with riddles, strange phenomena, and unexpected twists. Will you make the right decisions before the time runs out? Discover the city's past while living a tailor-made adventure, accessible to all curious minds and puzzle enthusiasts.

Start at Koningsbrug, journey through Middelbourg’s history, and try to save Josyne at Vlissings Bolwerk. Are you ready to take on the challenge and write History?

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 116 player reviews

Positive reviews85 %

The players' verdict

Rien à redire. Belle découverte de la ville et de ses ruelles. Merci !
a translation to German would bei nice an additional Information to the buldings
leuke tocht, veel plezier gehad. De historie had meer belicht mogen worden.
super aventure dans une très jolie ville.
it's just amazing.I have no words
Nice story and good ideas
Excellent parcours à Middelburg !
wat een mooie stad
was een leuke mannier om door Middelburg te lopen en oude gebouwen te zien
super leuk spel met twee teams gespeeld en andere keuzes.
wat een prachtige stad om zo op die manier te bekijken
iets meer geralterrd aan de stad mocht wel ;)

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: Koningsbrug Middelburg. 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