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The Secrets of the Collacchio: The Grand Master’s Spy

5Player rating
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Play at your pace 2.2 km Birgu App-guided
Play in
English

The experience

About this quest

Step back to 1565 and save Malta! As Aura, the Grand Master’s top spy, race through Birgu’s secret medieval alleys to catch an Ottoman traitor.

Why you'll love it:

  • 1. Explore the Collacchio: an exclusive, photogenic neighborhood with 13th-century architecture.

  • 2. Decode 10 clever riddles outside real palaces and spooky executioner spots.

  • 3. Epic Finish: A secret, panoramic rocky beach with great sea-view.

Perfect for travellers, history lovers, and families. Play 24/7 on your phone!

Is this for you?

Who it's for

Couples and families with school-age children who like a mystery play Aura, the Grand Master's spy in 1565, chasing an Ottoman traitor through Birgu's Collacchio. Expect ten riddles at palaces and old executioner spots over about 80 minutes, finishing above the sea at D'Homedes Bastion. Pick a guided tour instead if you want someone to quiz about the Great Siege, or if 2.2 km in full sun sounds hard.

What makes this quest special

Highlights

  • You will walk a beautiful loop through Birgu to hunt an Ottoman spy.

  • Decode secrets at the Inquisitor's Palace, visit the spooky Executioner's House, and explore old knightly auberges.

  • Finally, you will climb an adventurous secret path around the massive fortress walls to reach the grand finale: a stunning, hidden rocky beach!

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From your phone to the streets

A walk that turns into an adventure.

  1. 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. 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. 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

Birgu

A · Start

VGJC+G57 Malta, Cospicua, Malta

B · Finish

VGR9+CJ3, Xatt l-Assedju l-Kbir 1565, Birgu, Malta

Get directions to the start

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

The people behind the adventure

Created by Vanessa.

A route that brings places and playful storytelling together.

Made by Vanessa

Good to know before you play

  • Loved by couples
  • Hidden History
  • Family favourite
  • This quest features interactive puzzles you’ll solve in the real world.
  • Ensure your phone is fully charged or bring along your trusty power bank
  • Wear a hat and sunscreen, have enough water
  • Mystery

A little clarity before you go

Frequently asked questions

What is the Collacchio in Birgu?
The Collacchio is Birgu's old walled quarter where the Knights of St John lived, with architecture dating back to the 13th century. This walk threads through its alleys, passing The Norman House, Auberge d'Angleterre, Victory Square and the Parish Church of St Lawrence on the way to Fort St. Angelo.
Does the spy quest in Birgu end at a beach?
The last stop is D'Homedes Bastion, and the finale leads you to a secret rocky beach with a panoramic sea view. The route does not return to The War Memorial where it starts, so plan your way back from the bastion.
Where does it start and how long does it take?
You start at The War Memorial and finish at D'Homedes Bastion, covering 10 stops and about 2.2 km. Most players take around 80 minutes, walking and puzzles included, so allow an hour and a half if you like to linger over photos.
Is it suitable for children?
It is tagged as a family favourite and suits school-age children who enjoy a mystery and solving riddles from real buildings around them. Some stops are former executioner spots told with a spooky edge. The route is outdoors, so bring hats, sunscreen and enough water.
Do we need to book a time, and can we pause?
No booking is needed. The quest is free to play on your phone, available 24/7, and your whole group can follow along together. You can pause and continue later. Charge your phone fully or bring a power bank before you set off.

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