Turn Île de Ré’s port streets, ramparts and salt marshes into a live escape adventure. This 2-hour, app-led outdoor game sends teams across Saint-Martin-de-Ré to solve family riddles and unlock a hidden platform before time runs out.
More ways to explore the area's outdoor wonders
You begin in front of a small bronze bust of Napoleon, wind from the Atlantic skimming over cobblestones as gulls call and the port tugs at your attention. A smartphone buzzes, the app opens, and the island stops being a postcard and starts being a puzzle: families to visit, riddles to untangle, and a hidden platform that must be found before two hours run out.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Light walking fitness — able to stand and walk on uneven cobbles for up to two hours.
Wildlife
History
Île de Ré has a long maritime and salt-production history; many villages feature Vauban-era fortifications and narrow lanes shaped by centuries of coastal life.
Conservation
The island protects important salt marsh and bird habitats; stay on marked routes, avoid disturbing nesting birds, and follow local signage to reduce impact.
Reserve your spot on the Escape Game Outdoor Magic EN Team on Ile DE Ré today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Charge your phone and bring a power bank
The game runs through a mobile app and can use maps and photos — expect significant battery drain over two hours.
Comfortable shoes for cobbles
Wear supportive shoes; many streets are cobbled or uneven and you'll be on your feet for the full duration.
Mind the schedule — two-hour limit
The scenario is timed: start with a clear two-hour window and give yourself buffer for pauses, photos, or cafe stops.
Respect private property and wildlife
Follow public paths, avoid lawns and marshes, and keep voices moderate near nesting areas.
Smartphone with app and internet
Runs the game, displays clues, and records photos/videos.
Portable charger/power bank
Keeps your device alive through mapping, photos and app use.
Comfortable walking shoes
Protects feet on cobblestones, narrow lanes and short stretches of gravel.
Light rain jacket or windbreaker
Coastal weather shifts quickly; a packable layer keeps you comfortable.
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