
1 / 6Bordeaux Self-Guided Detective Murder Mystery Game
About this activity
Become a detective and solve a Sherlock Holmes-inspired murder mystery while exploring Bordeaux's streets on your own schedule. This self-guided game combines puzzle-solving, hidden clues, and an immersive story that transforms the city into your crime-solving playground.
Place de la Bourse is the meeting point, on the riverfront in Bordeaux with the Palais de la Bourse at your back and the Miroir d'eau in front of it. From the quay the trail turns away from the water into the old town and out to Place Gambetta. It is a self-guided walking tour with a murder to solve, and Bordeaux supplies the setting.
The centre of Bordeaux is flat and largely given over to pedestrians, which keeps the walking easy for families with children and for anyone playing at a slow pace. One ticket covers a team of up to four people sharing a phone; a larger group takes several tickets and plays as separate teams. Solo players do fine. There is no guide, no group to keep up with and no fixed start time.
How to play
The setup is short and it is the same whichever day you play.
- Book the City Game
- Check the instructions email
- Download the Loquiz app
- Start playing whenever you like
The case is the murder of Balthasar. You work through coded messages, photo tasks and the statements of digital characters whose versions of events do not match. One clue puts a suspect near the Monument aux Girondins, another has him standing by the water the whole evening. Sorting out which account holds up is most of the work.
More than one team makes it a competition, which is why it works for teambuilding as well as for a day out with friends. Pause when you want, eat something, and return to the clue you left open. The final answer is given in Bordeaux.
Highlights
- ✓Story-driven mystery game with plot twists and detective challenges
- ✓Self-paced gameplay — start anytime on your chosen date
- ✓One ticket covers 1–4 people per device; flexible group sizing
- ✓Easy difficulty level suitable for families with children
- ✓Download the Loquiz app and play immediately after booking
- ✓Approximately 2 hours of engaging city exploration and puzzle-solving
Insider tips
- ★Play in a group of 2–3 for the best balance of collaboration and puzzle-solving speed
- ★Start early in the day to avoid crowds and have maximum daylight for reading clues
- ★Keep your phone battery topped up — the Loquiz app runs throughout the game
- ★Read clues carefully; many puzzles reward attention to detail about Bordeaux's architecture and history
Good to know
- •You need a smartphone with the free Loquiz app pre-downloaded before starting
- •One ticket per device covers up to 4 people; larger groups should purchase multiple tickets
- •Start time is flexible — choose any time on your booking date and play at your own pace
- •Approximately 2-hour experience; allows breaks and slower exploration if desired
- •Game is designed for easy difficulty, making it accessible for families and casual puzzle enthusiasts
Who it's for
Best time to visit
Play on a clear day when you can comfortably read clues while walking Bordeaux's streets. Early morning or late afternoon visits offer both good lighting and fewer crowds for an immersive experience.







