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Beaune: The Hospice Robbery

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A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY

Play at your pace · usually 88 min 2.5 km Beaune App-guided

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The experience

About this quest

Uncover the mystery of Beaune’s stolen "President's Barrel" as you explore the city's rich history. From the iconic Hôtel-Dieu to the majestic Collégiale Notre-Dame, follow clues through medieval gates, bustling squares, and the Wine Museum.

Immerse yourself in Burgundy’s wine heritage while solving puzzles to recover the barrel before the prestigious auction begins. Will you crack the case in time? Dive into the heart of Beaune and become the detective this town needs!

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Couples and families on a Burgundy wine weekend can spend close to two hours chasing a stolen auction barrel through Beaune's old town, from the Hôtel-Dieu to the Wine Museum and Collégiale Notre-Dame. It is a light detective story, free to play and easy to fit between tastings. Anyone wanting a live guide to explain the Hôtel-Dieu, or who cannot manage 2.5 km on foot, should choose something else.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

Explore the iconic Hôtel-Dieu and its legendary "President's Barrel."
Unveil hidden history at Beaune's ancient gates and squares.Visit the stunning Collégiale Notre-Dame while solving puzzles.Discover local culture at the Wine Museum.
Enjoy an interactive adventure in Beaune, solving clues and challenges.

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.

Your walk, at a glance

Beaune

A · Start

4 Rue de l'Hôtel Dieu, 21200 Beaune, France

B · Finish

Rue du Rem des Lions, 21200 Beaune, France

Get directions to the start

Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.

The people behind the adventure

Created by Sami B..

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Sami B.

Good to know before you play

Family friendly
Fun to do as a couple

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

Is this an escape game in Beaune?

It works like an outdoor escape game spread across the old town. Your phone leads you from stop to stop, tells the story of each place and sets puzzles based on what is in front of you, all to recover the stolen President's Barrel before the auction begins.

Where does the quest start and finish?

It starts at the Hôtel-Dieu and finishes at Square des Lions, so it does not end where it began. On the way you pass Porte Marie de Bourgogne, Place Carnot, the Hôtel de Ville, the Wine Museum and the Collégiale Notre-Dame, about 2.5 km in all.

How long does it take, and can we pause?

Most players take around an hour and 45 minutes, walking and puzzles included. You can pause at any point, for a coffee or a tasting, and carry on later from where you stopped.

Is it good for kids?

It is tagged family friendly, and the detective story with puzzles set in the streets suits school-age children who can walk about 2.5 km. Younger children may enjoy the walk but will need adults to lead the puzzles.

Do we need to book a time or join a group?

No. It is free to play, you start whenever you like, and there is no group to join or guide to meet. Friends or family can play together, gathered around a phone as you walk through the old town.

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