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4,2/5 from 55 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Nice

120 minutes 4 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 Nice, your investigation begins.

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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 distance4 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.

Nice in 1555

4 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 Nice route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Parc Vigier, Nice
  2. Caserne Lympia 1

    Caserne Lympia

  3. Quai Napoléon 1er 2

    Quai Napoléon 1er

  4. Chapelle de la Visitation 3

    Chapelle de la Visitation

  5. Pl. du Carret 4

    Pl. du Carret

  6. Palais communal de Nice 5

    Palais communal de Nice

  7. Palais Lascaris 6

    Palais Lascaris

  8. End Location Rue Alexandre Mari, Nice

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

What awaits you in Nice

The Alchemist NICE transports you to the heart of medieval Nice in 1555, a time when fear and superstition reign. Josyne, suspected of witchcraft, is arrested before your very eyes. It’s up to you to decide: will you defend her or accuse her? Every decision influences the course of your adventure and determines Josyne’s fate.

Throughout an exciting journey, you’ll wander the streets of Nice, from Vigier Park to Alexandre Mari Street. You'll encounter fascinating witnesses—burgomaster, bishop, judge, and many more—gather clues, solve riddles, and dive into a true historical investigation. Inspired by real events surrounding the trial of Josyne Van Vlasselaer, this urban adventure game blends suspense, reflection, and heritage discovery. Let yourself be surprised by an immersive experience, where every choice matters and history unfolds through your decisions!

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 55 player reviews

Positive reviews84 %

The players' verdict

une chouette histoire ! très intéressante et bien balisée. de la réflexion parmi les ruelles et
jeu parfait pour passé un aprèm entre pote dans les limites du confinement ;)
Dommage qu'il y est pas plus d'explication sur la ville de Nice
on n'a pas compris l'énigme de la fontaine Garibaldi
very interesting way to see the city
Merci pour ce concept original !\nune énigme est toutefois un peu vague (elle ne permettait pas
Très bien fait ! dommage que l'histoire ne soit pas directement en rapport avec la ville. Cela
Il y avait 2 énigmes pour les quels nous pensons qu il y a eu une erreur du logiciel
Une question à manqué de précision. Sinon c'était top, une belle aventure et une histoire
certaines énigmes comme celle en allemand pas facile quand on connaît pas la langue \nsinon
l'énigme du tableau était un peu tirée par les cheveux. Sinon, très très bonne expérience.
petit défaut, il faudrait que le chemin soit conforme au rue. comme un gps

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 Vigier, Nice. 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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