With family, friends, or as part of a team building event, solve puzzles at the iconic locations of Marseille’s legendary hero.
URBAN GAME :: 2 ROUTESWELCOME TO A UNIQUE ADVENTURE
Explore the streets of Marseille in the footsteps of the legendary Edmond Dantès, the future Count of Monte Cristo!
This captivating treasure hunt, designed for everyone from 7 to 77 years old, invites you to solve riddles scattered across two different routes.
Whether you’re with family, friends, or as part of a team building event, get ready for an immersive and enriching experience.
Solve a series of puzzles that will lead you to the city’s iconic sites connected to the story of Monte Cristo.
READY FOR THE CHALLENGE?
Dive into this treasure hunt and discover the secrets of Monte Cristo while exploring Marseille.
Enjoy this adventure and create unforgettable memories.
The first riddle, following in the footsteps of the Count of Monte Cristo, is waiting for you!
INSTRUCTIONS TO FOLLOW
Printed map (current and a map of the city in 1815) marking the routes
Google Maps connection & recommended addresses
RIDDLES TO SOLVEA
at each stage, a riddle to enter into a grid and discover the mystery words for each route
CITY HISTORY
Learn about the must-see buildings you’ll encounter along the way
EXCERPTS FROM THE NOVEL
Excerpts from the novel related to the route
Story recap summary of the plot for those less familiar with the story
To take with you:
In good weather:
Hat
Sunscreen
Water bottle (which can be stored in the provided backpack)
Requirements:
The routes are easy to follow and simply require the ability to walk around the city.
From time to time, the route includes small uphill paths, which unfortunately are not accessible for people with reduced mobility.
Important information:
Not included with this ticket: the Ferry Boat crossing, the crossing to the Château d’If, nor access to the Château d’If Museum.
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Included
Included
Logbook (Bilingual – French/English)
Monte Cristo-themed backpack
1 pair of Monte-Cristo 1815 sunglasses
1 Monte-Cristo 1815 black pencil for filling in the answer grids
1 paper bookmark containing seeds so you can plant it
Not Included
Not Included
The crossing with the Ferry Boat is not included.
The crossing to the Château d’If is not included.
Access to the Château d’If Museum is not included.
Simply go to the information desk to pick up your Urban Game kit “In the Footsteps of Monte Cristo” in Marseille.
Open daily from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Vieux Port Metro, tram, and bus nearby (less than a 5-minute walk for each)
For convenient parking just 50 meters from the Urban Game Monte-Cristo starting point in Marseille, here are two nearby options that offer easy access and accessibility features.