©A family strolls through the village of Puyméras with the Intrigue dans la ville game.|Dorian VENZI

Intrigue in the villages

Go on an adventure with Intrigue dans la Ville – version Villages, exciting treasure hunts with family and friends in the most beautiful villages of Vaison Ventoux Provence. Solve riddles, explore local heritage and discover the secrets of these Provencal villages. A fun, cultural and 100% self-guided activity combining history, mystery and outdoor fun.

Captivating puzzles

Do you know ‘Intrigue dans la Ville – Vaison-la-Romaine’? Here are three additional multi-village versions for spellbinding escapades!

A life-size treasure hunt that takes you from village to village to solve your enigma. Armed with your mission sheet, your logbook, a map and a few useful investigative accessories…

Mysteries unfold as the investigation progresses, and the ultimate culprit is selected! Between fascinating discoveries and anecdotes in the heart of villages, whether Templar, mountain or wine-growing, you’ll be delighted by this exploration!

DID YOU KNOW?

The characters in the games actually existed in history!

DID YOU KNOW?

The characters in the games actually existed in history!

Game themes:

” The Disappearance of the Countess: Marie, the Countess of Faucon disappeared on January 3, 1565. It’s up to you to investigate her mysterious disappearance. Departure: the tour starts in Saint-Romain-En-Viennois, then on to Puyméras, Faucon, Entrechaux, Saint-Marcellin-lès-Vaison and Crestet.

“L’énigme des Templiers”: Your ancestor, Landry de la Villasse, Templar of Roaix, has been murdered! It’s up to you to find out who took his life, and with what weapon. Departure: the tour starts in Roaix and then moves on to : Villedieu, Buisson, Saint-Roman-de-Malegarde, Cairanne, Rasteau, Sablet and Séguret.

“Meurtres dans la vallée”: A heinous murder has been committed against a couple of shopkeepers. You can solve this thick mystery and send the perpetrator to prison. Departure: the tour starts in Mollans-Sur-Ouvèze, then heads for Saint-Léger-du-Ventoux, Brantes and Savoillans.

Budding investigator... It's up to you!

Go to the Vaison Ventoux Provence tourist office to get your kit, including the perfect outfit for all the fun!

You play at your own pace, taking the time to appreciate all these picturesque villages where peace and charm await you. A great opportunity to discover details you might not have paid attention to, and viewpoints you might not have passed.

The game is designed to appeal to all ages! Whether you’re a child in search of adventure, a curious teenager or an adult with a passion for history, “Intrigue dans la Ville, version villages” offers an experience that’s both enriching and entertaining: fun times guaranteed!

Please note

Recommendation
- Intrigue in the villages is a game for the whole family, recommended for ages 6/7 and up.
- Younger children can be helped by older ones to find the clues!
Duration
- The multi-village version lasts between ½ day and one day, depending on the version.
- You can play part of the game and continue on another day. Play at your own pace!
Rate
- The ‘multi-village’ version of the kit is on sale for €12.50 in the Vaison Ventoux Provence tourist office store. It includes a mission sheet, a small notebook, a map and a few useful accessories.
- Currently, for every 2 sets purchased, you get the 3rd at 50% off! (offer valid on kits sold at the Vaison Ventoux Provence Intercommunal Tourist Office, while stocks last).
* different games purchased from the Intrigue dans la Ville range offered by Vaison Ventoux Provence (L’Apollon Lauré or L’Aura de Vaison and Intrigues dans les villages: l’énigme du Templier – la Comtesse disparue and Meurtres dans la Vallée).
>>> The loyalty card offered by the Vaison Ventoux Provence tourist office is a reward system designed to encourage visitors to discover the villages in the area using the ‘Intrigue dans la ville’ kits. Loyalty cardholders must have their Super Investigator card stamped at the Vaison-la-Romaine tourist office when purchasing their game kit at the dedicated location. No stamp can be claimed afterwards. Once the cardholder has completed two separate surveys and had them stamped (one of the two Vaison surveys and one of the village surveys OR two village surveys), he or she can purchase a 3rd kit at a 50% discount. This loyalty card is valid for 1 year from the first purchase.
And the answer?
- On your return from your adventure, you’re invited to drop by the Vaison Ventoux Provence tourist office to check whether you’ve found the right culprit! During your investigation, you’ll be asked to enter a three-digit code on the game box located at the tourist office! Does the box open? All you have to do is check that your culprit is indeed the right one!
- You can also check directly online on the Intrigue dans la ville website.
Bonus
- The Vaison Ventoux Provence Tourist Office team is pleased to present you with the perfect investigator’s diploma!

Why not continue the adventure to Vaison-la-Romaine?

©Vaison-la-Romaine with Mont Ventoux in the background|©P.Abel

Vaison-la-Romaine in Autumn — ©2022 Mailo Vaison Autumn|VVTE-Mailo

Want to discover Vaison-la-Romaine?

We’ve got two versions to help you discover the town of Vaison-la-Romaine in a fun way! New adventures to share with friends or family to unravel its mysteries!

L’Apollon Lauré: a journey through time
L’Aura de Vaison: a colorful game