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4,4/5 from 152 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Nantes

120 minutes 5,2 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 Nantes, 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 distance5,2 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.

Nantes in 1555

5,2 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 Nantes route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Place Marc Elder, Nantes
  2. Statue Anne de Bretagne 1

    Statue Anne de Bretagne

  3. Château des ducs de Bretagne 2

    Château des ducs de Bretagne

  4. Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Nantes 3

    Cathédrale Saint-Pierre-et-Saint-Paul de Nantes

  5. Convent of the Visitation 4

    Convent of the Visitation

  6. Conseil Départemental de Loire Atlantique 5

    Conseil Départemental de Loire Atlantique

  7. Square du Maquis-de-Saffré 6

    Square du Maquis-de-Saffré

  8. End Location Rue Faustin Hélie, Nantes

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

What awaits you in Nantes

The Alchemist transports you to medieval Nantes in 1555. An innocent woman, Josyne, has been arrested for witchcraft: will you be her ally or her accuser? Starting from Place Marc Elder, follow a captivating plot where your choices will alter the course of history. Meet intriguing witnesses, analyze mysterious clues, and unravel the city’s secrets through a life-sized investigation.

Explore picturesque streets, question Pernelle, the Judge, or even the Bishop, and let yourself be guided by the atmosphere of old Nantes. Inspired by an incredible true story, this adventure invites you to solve immersive puzzles and plunge into a world steeped in mystery and alchemy! A thrilling game, ideal for the curious, history enthusiasts, and treasure hunt lovers. Will you be able to rise to the challenge before time runs out?

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
4,4 /5

Average rating from 152 player reviews

Positive reviews90 %

The players' verdict

It was awesome. We really had fun and saw a lot of Nantes on the way. It's suitable for kids as well
top, mais qu elle est la reponse a la question suivante : je suis heureux si tu l es, qui suis je ?
très bel après-midi à arpenter la ville et a faire travailler ses méninges. activités à faire
Une aventure amusante qui nous fait nous balader un peu partout dans Nantes, une bonne après midi
Très belle aventure ! cela nous a permis de revisiter notre ville de cœur ! merci à vous
Un moment sympa passé en famille pour découvrir la ville de Nantes
super aventure ! nous avons passé un super moment
bel après-midi à refaire avec l'autre thème
Sympa pour se balader dans Nantes
very pleasant and adventurous. great quest!
Au top! Une super expérience :)
difficultés GPS. sinon bon jeu

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: Place Marc Elder, Nantes. 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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