Namur Escape Game: Solve Puzzles Through the City Streets

Hunt for clues through Namur's streets as an alchemist investigating witchcraft accusations

L'Alchimiste is an urban escape game played in the streets of Namur where you investigate a witchcraft accusation by solving puzzles posed by witnesses and exploring the city on foot with your team. You access the game anytime between midnight and 11:30 p.m. and have up to 2 hours to complete it. A mobile app guides you through the missions and tracks your progress, ending with a summary and photos of your adventure.

The experience

You play as an alchemist investigating why a villager stands accused of witchcraft. The game unfolds across Namur's streets: you move through the city with your team, stopping at locations where witnesses pose puzzles you need to solve. Each puzzle reveals part of the story and points you toward the next clue. The mobile app handles the navigation and tracks which missions you've completed, so you're not following a fixed route but rather chasing leads through the city itself.

The game runs for up to 2 hours, and you choose when to start: anytime between midnight and 11:30 p.m. means you can play in the morning before exploring other parts of Namur, or tackle it in the evening after dinner. You'll need to look closely at your surroundings to spot details that help solve the puzzles. The game rewards observation as much as logic. At the end, you get a summary of your adventure with photos, so there's a record of how your team worked through the mystery.

The app provides 24/7 support if you get stuck, and the game remains valid for up to 3 years after purchase, so you can come back to Namur and replay it or share it with different friends and family members. Bring your own smartphone and a charged battery. The app does the rest.

What’s included

• Mobile app guidance through the city.
• up to 2 hours of gameplay anytime between midnight and 11:30 p.m.
• a summary of your adventure with photos at the end.
• 24/7 online support if you need help with a puzzle.
• game validity for up to 3 years so you can replay it on future visits.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupUp to 6

Live guideEnglish, French and Dutch

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 6 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Coddy

Is this one for you?This is a self-guided game you control with your team using a mobile app, so it suits groups who want to explore Namur at their own pace and solve puzzles together rather than follow a guide. If you prefer someone leading you through the city and explaining what you're seeing, a traditional walking tour would work better.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, French and Dutch.

Can I play L'Alchimiste with my family and young children?

Yes. The game is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller while the team moves through the city solving puzzles.

What happens if I get stuck on a puzzle during the game?

L'Alchimiste offers 24/7 online support through the mobile app, so you can get a hint or help anytime you need it without leaving the game.

When can I start playing and how much time do I have?

You can start anytime between midnight and 11:30 p.m., giving you flexibility to fit the game into your schedule. You have up to 2 hours to solve all the puzzles and complete the missions.

Do I need to bring anything to play the game?

You'll need your own smartphone with a charged battery to run the mobile app that guides you through the game and tracks your progress.

What's the story behind L'Alchimiste?

You investigate a witchcraft accusation against a villager named Josyne by solving puzzles from various witnesses. At the end, you decide whether to defend Josyne or support the accusation based on the evidence you've gathered.