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4,3/5 from 119 reviews

The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Strasbourg

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 Strasbourg, 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 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.

Strasbourg in 1555

4 km on foot, 9 places along the way. You may know these streets. You have never looked at them like this.

Map of the The Alchemist Strasbourg route Open in Google Maps
  1. Start Location Pl. Henri Dunant, Strasbourg
  2. Covered bridges 1

    Covered bridges

  3. Executioners Tower 2

    Executioners Tower

  4. Maison des tanneurs 3

    Maison des tanneurs

  5. Aubette 4

    Aubette

  6. Kammerzell House 5

    Kammerzell House

  7. Cathedral of Our Lady 6

    Cathedral of Our Lady

  8. End Location Rue Saint-Léon, Strasbourg

And 3 more places along the way, to discover on site.

What awaits you in Strasbourg

Travel back in time to 1555 and become the hero of an incredible urban adventure in Strasbourg!

In the scenario "The Alchemist," you witness the arrest of Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. Will you be her ally or her accuser? Your choices will influence Josyne’s fate and the outcome of your journey.

Armed with your curiosity, roam the streets of Strasbourg, question intriguing witnesses—Pernelle, the Mayor, the Bishop, and many others—and gather clues to uncover the mysteries of the era.

A true dive into history, this thrilling game is inspired by real events: discover the story of Josyne Van Vlasselaer, ancestor of Beethoven, the victim of a tragic injustice in the heart of the Middle Ages. With its immersive storyline and unexpected twists, this time-limited adventure promises a blend of discovery, reflection, and adrenaline.

Will you dare to change History? Take up the challenge and let yourself be amazed!

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 119 player reviews

Positive reviews92 %

The players' verdict

jeux sympathique a faire seul ou en groupe. il permet de découvrir la ville et ses monuments. Merci
Super bien fait, possible de suivre à plusieurs joueurs avec chacun leur téléphone :)
Une belle aventure ! A conseiller pour découvrir la ville de Strasbourg.
superbe, une indication de temps au fur et à mesure serait top!
bonne expérience, très chouette énigme \njeu sympa à faire en famille
pour l'anniversaire d'une amie, on a trouvé cette enquête super !!!
Super aventure au cœur de Strasbourg, interactive & ludique
très interessant mais pensez à mettre des basquets
super expérience avec des énigmes bien menées.
Un très bon moment partagé en famille.
belle balade et histoire sympa
Ein bisschen zu Lang

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: Pl. Henri Dunant, Strasbourg. 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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The Alchemist Strasbourg 4,3/5 from 119 reviews
39,99 € per team · No fixed date
39,99 € per team No fixed date