Angers escape game: Solve puzzles through the city streets

Solve puzzles across Angers as you uncover an alchemist's mystery

L'Alchimiste is an urban escape game played through the streets of Angers using a mobile app to guide you through puzzles and missions. You play as an alchemist investigating a witchcraft accusation, deciding whether to defend or support the accused based on clues you gather from witnesses around the city. The game runs two hours and you can start anytime between midnight and 11:30 p.m., valid for up to three years after purchase.

The experience

You download the app, pick your start time, and head into Angers with your team. The game sends you to specific locations around the city where you'll find puzzles tied to the story: witnesses to interview, clues to interpret, decisions to make. Your phone guides the route and tracks your progress, but the city itself is your playing field. You're walking real streets, looking at real storefronts and landmarks, using what you see to solve each challenge. The puzzles aren't abstract. They're built into the places you visit.

Two hours is the full runtime, though you control the pace: faster if your team solves quickly, slower if you linger on a tricky puzzle. You can play anytime, which means a free afternoon, an evening after dinner, or even late night if insomnia strikes. The game stays valid for three years, so you can book it now and play whenever the moment fits. At the end, you get a summary of your adventure with photos, a record of how you solved it and what you chose.

What’s included

• Two hours of gameplay with a mobile app guiding you through Angers.
• a summary of your adventure with photos at the end.
• 24/7 online support if you get stuck.
• game access valid for up to three years after purchase.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, 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 9 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Coddy

Is this one for you?Two hours fits a free afternoon or an evening without eating into the rest of your day, and you can start anytime between midnight and 11:30 p.m., so it works around whatever else you've planned in Angers.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French and Dutch.

Can I play L'Alchimiste on my own or do I need a group?

You play with your team, which can be family or friends. The game is built for groups, though the app and puzzles work for any size.

What happens if I get stuck on a puzzle?

L'Alchimiste includes 24/7 online support, so you can reach out anytime if you need a hint or run into a technical issue with the app.

Do I need to bring my own phone to play?

Yes, you'll need a smartphone and a charged battery. The app runs on your device, so bring a charger or a power bank if you're playing a full two hours.

What is the witchcraft accusation story actually about?

You investigate why a villager named Josyne has been accused of witchcraft, gathering evidence from witnesses around Angers. Your choices at the end determine whether you defend her or support the accusation.

Can I play this if I'm not familiar with Angers?

The game works for everyone. You don't need to know the city beforehand, and the puzzles guide you to the right spots. It's designed as a way to explore Angers while you play.