Question 1

What exactly does the Bastille treasure hunt include and what is the content of the offer?

Accepted Answer

The Bastille treasure hunt includes full access to the investigation "The Prisoner of the Bastille", a briefing by a professional facilitator at the starting point, provision of a roadbook with old map and clues, and then the official closure with the designation of the winning team. Your e-ticket is sent instantly after ordering.

Question 2

What is the recommended minimum age to participate in the Bastille treasure hunt?

Accepted Answer

This Bastille treasure hunt is recommended from 12 years old to fully enjoy the historical puzzles . Teenagers and adults will appreciate the balanced complexity of the investigation, while younger children can accompany their family for the outdoor walk.

Question 3

What is the exact route of the Paris investigation tour around the Bastille?

Accepted Answer

The outdoor route starts at the Arsenal Garden , located on the very site of the old moats of the royal fortress , then winds through the streets of the Bastille district . Teams explore the topographical remnants of 1789 thanks to the clues in the roadbook , before gathering for the announcement of the results.

Question 4

How do you access the game with your mobile e-ticket and where do you meet?

Accepted Answer

Meet directly at the Arsenal Garden , 53 Boulevard de la Bastille, with your e-ticket displayed on your smartphone. No ticket office, no queue: the facilitator checks your access on-site from 2:15 PM and starts the briefing at 2:30 PM.

Question 5

What happens if the weather is bad on the day of the Paris investigation tour?

Accepted Answer

As the activity takes place entirely on an outdoor route , it continues in light rain. In case of severe weather making the game impossible, the organizer offers a free rescheduling to a later date at your convenience.

Question 6

How many people make up a team for this immersive game?

Accepted Answer

Each team in this Paris investigation tour consists of 4 to 5 players to ensure optimal group dynamics. If you participate alone or as a pair, the facilitator can integrate you into another team at the start.

Question 7

Is this activity suitable for families with children for a family outing in Paris?

Accepted Answer

Yes, this Bastille treasure hunt is ideal as a family outing in Paris from age 12. The historical puzzles are calibrated to captivate teenagers and adults equally, without blocking academic jargon, and the competitive format between teams keeps everyone engaged from start to finish.

Question 8

Do you need knowledge of the French Revolution to participate?

Accepted Answer

No prior knowledge of French history or July 14, 1789 is required. The roadbook is designed as a self-explanatory system: all answers are found in the architecture of the district, in the illustrations of the old map , or rely on your sense of observation.

Question 9

What is the role of the facilitator during the treasure hunt?

Accepted Answer

The facilitator handles the complete briefing at the starting point, distributes the materials, and allocates the teams. He does not accompany the players during the two hours of group animation , but waits for them at the finish to tally the scores and solemnly designate the winning team.

Question 10

Can this immersive game be booked for a group event or team building?

Accepted Answer

This format is an excellent unusual activity for team building, a birthday, or a challenge among friends. The competition between teams and the announcement of results make this team game particularly festive and unifying for any type of group.

Question 11

How is this Bastille treasure hunt different from a classic guided tour?

Accepted Answer

Unlike a format with a tour guide where you listen passively, this Paris investigation tour places each participant in an active role. You don't just observe history, you actively reconstruct it by deciphering a roadbook and solving historical puzzles directly in the streets of the Bastille district .

Investigation Tour: The Prisoner of the Bastille

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