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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?
4,4/5 from 87 reviews
The AlchemistCitywide escape game in Toulon
120 minutes 3,6 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 Toulon, 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
Estimated duration120 minutes
Estimated distance3,6 km
Per team1 to 6 players
From12 years old
Languages
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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
Toulon in 1555
- Start Location Square Bortolaso, Toulon
- End Location Avenue Winston Churchill, Toulon
What awaits you in Toulon
Experience an immersive adventure in the heart of Toulon in the year 1555! Your journey begins with the arrest of Josyne, a villager accused of witchcraft. As an unexpected witness to the scene, you will face a crucial choice: will you defend Josyne or accuse her? Your decision will influence the course of history and lead you into a thrilling investigation across the city.
Meet fascinating characters: Pernelle, the Burgomaster, the Judge, the Governor… Each witness will reveal valuable clues. Keep your eyes open, analyze the evidence, and untangle truth from lies as you progress through this captivating mystery.
A story inspired by real events: Josyne Van Vlasselaer, a victim of a witch trial, truly existed and left her mark on European history. Will you be able to save her fate?
This time-limited urban escape game invites you to explore Toulon in a new way and live an adventure where every choice matters. Perfect for friends, families, or colleagues, “The Alchemist” immerses you in a unique medieval atmosphere, blending suspense, deduction, and historical discovery. It’s your move!
Ready in three steps
No guide, no time slot, no queue. Your smartphone is the game master.
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Buy your code
It arrives by email within a minute. One code covers a team of 6 players.
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Pick your moment
Saturday afternoon, summer evening or rainy Sunday: head to the starting point whenever you feel like it.
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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 87 player reviews
The players' verdict
Vraiment une très bonne expérience pour notre premier escape game, on s'est bien pris au jeu, aux
Belle visite de Toulon, mis à part qu'il faudrait mieux préciser les horaires (c'était écrit
On s'est bien amusé et découvert la ville félicitations. C'était très beau. Cependant, on
dommage que ça n'est pas était une histoire sur un personnage toulonnais ou au moins au varois ou
indication sur l'app a télécharger manquante mais on a été agréablement surpris ! belle
belle visite de Toulon ! \nscénario bien ficelé, \nbonne expérience malgré les quelques bug de
Tres agreable ballade ds Toulon entre amis. A refaire \navec d'autres enigmes\n
Très bon moment entre amis qui permet de mieux connaître Toulon.
super cool pour visiter le centre de Toulon
Dixit Poupi : \ j'ai bien aimé !\
Trop bien ct trop cool
au top et très physique
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: Square Bortolaso, Toulon. The code arrives by email right away. You set off whenever you like, for 3 years.
Book for 39,99 € per teamRefundable as long as the code is not activated
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- Estimated distance : 5.6 km
- Rating : 4.3 / 5
- Languages : EN / FR / NL
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- Estimated duration : 120 min
- Estimated distance : 2.5 km
- Rating : 4.0 / 5
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- Estimated duration : 120 min
- Estimated distance : 4 km
- Rating : 4.4 / 5
- Languages : EN / ES / FR
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39,99 € per team
No fixed date
Book The Alchemist Toulon
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