Turn Annecy’s Christmas market into a playful urban scavenger hunt. Using a downloadable app and a unique game code, teams complete quirky missions across the Vieille Ville in about two hours.
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A cold evening in Annecy: fairy lights freckle the canal, stalls exhale the smell of mulled wine and raclette, and a team of strangers turns into conspirators with one tap on a phone. The game propels you through the Vieille Ville and the market’s busiest aisles, issuing offbeat missions — photograph the worst gift, reword a carol, find a hidden santon — all scored by an app and saved to your device.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires light walking and standing for short periods
Wildlife
History
Annecy’s medieval center grew around trade and Alpine routes; the town’s bridges and canals date to the Middle Ages and shaped its market traditions.
Conservation
The market runs in a sensitive lakeside environment—use designated bins, avoid single-use plastics when possible, and follow local signage to protect shoreline habitats.
Reserve your spot on the Unusual Track Game on Christmas Markets in Annecy today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Bring a charged smartphone
The game runs through a mobile app and saves photos/videos to your device; carry a power bank for two hours of active play.
Dress in layers
Market nights can drop quickly—insulating layers and a windproof outer layer keep you focused on missions, not shivers.
Plan breaks for food
Split the route around a food-stop to warm up and compare scores; local stalls close at varying times, so check opening hours.
Watch your step on wet cobbles
Streets and market areas can be slippery when wet or icy—choose footwear with good traction and watch for crowds.
Smartphone with camera
Required to run the app, submit answers and save photos/videos.
Portable charger/power bank
Keeps your device powered through the two-hour game and photo sessions.
Waterproof jacket
Protects from rain or snow common in Annecy winter evenings.
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Comfortable walking shoes
Paved and sometimes uneven market surfaces make grip and comfort important.