Trace clues through Durbuy’s cobbled lanes in The Alchemist, a self-guided urban escape game that turns the town into a live puzzle. Expect two hours of storytelling, stone bridges, riverside views and app-driven mysteries.
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You step off the cobbles of Durbuy’s compact Grand-Place with a phone in your hand and a story in your pocket. The Alchemist unfurls as you pass a low stone bridge and the castle’s shadow, each alleyway offering a clue and a witness to question. The Ourthe River murmurs nearby, daring you to look up from the app and read the town as part map, part puzzle.
Difficulty
easy
Duration
2 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for all fitness levels; requires walking on uneven, cobbled streets for up to two hours.
Wildlife
History
Durbuy’s streets and castle date back to the medieval period and the town is often promoted locally as Belgium’s smallest city, a historical status that shaped its compact urban form.
Conservation
Stick to public paths and respect private gardens when hunting clues; support local cafés and shops to keep tourism benefits local and reduce pressure on residential areas.
Reserve your spot on the Discover Durbuy by playing! Escape game - The alchemist today and enjoy a trusted, highly rated experience designed to help you make the most of your adventure.
Download and register before you start
Install the Coddy app and sign in so you can access the game and live chat immediately; tickets are mobile-based.
Bring a portable charger
Two hours of GPS and app use will drain most phones—pack a power bank.
Wear shoes with good grip
Cobbled streets and narrow gutters can be slippery when wet; choose supportive footwear.
Start early in the day
Begin before dusk to make reading clues and navigating alleys easier and to enjoy cafés en route.
Smartphone with Coddy app installed
Runs the game, receives clues and connects to live support.
Portable battery pack
Keeps your phone powered through the two-hour playtime.
Comfortable, grippy walking shoes
Helpful for cobbles, short climbs, and damp surfaces.
Light rain jacket
Belgian weather changes quickly—stay dry during spring or fall showers.