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Play a city game where you will follow clues to discover wonderful spots and local stories in Carcassonne. 

Bit by bit, you will get a feeling of the medieval French atmosphere while exploring the city outside the walls and the bustling streets within the fascinating citadel.
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Places you will visit

10

It will take you

63-93 mins

You will walk

2890 steps

Total distance

2.2 km

What you'll actually do

  1. Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Square Gambetta whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.

  2. Solve 10 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.

  3. Finish at Château Comtal and see where you land on the Carcassonne leaderboard.

Highlights

  • Find out about the medieval persecutions that took place in the city.

  • Discover the ex-prominent religion of Carcassonne.

  • Meet the lady that inspired the name of the cité.

Ratings and Reviews

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Eugenia

28 Aug 2026

Joëlle HUPPE

23 Aug 2026
Belle balade autour de la cité

Karsten

14 Aug 2026

Matthew Whelan

14 Aug 2026

manuele.messineo

13 Aug 2026
Mi sono piaciuti gli indovinelli.

A note from Questo Originals

“The Questo Originals are a collection of games created or curated by Questo editors. These include also the first games that were built in Questo, in a time when the platform wasn't still open to other creators.”

Meet the maker

The mission: Your story in Carcassonne

You are a 17th-century nobleman who has heard about the legend of a mysterious ghost that roams around the streets of the Carcassonne citadel. This ghost is an incredibly beautiful but sad princess who didn’t get to meet her lover in her past life and is still looking for him. 

As a wannabe protector of the city, you wish to set this female ghost at rest and win the sympathy of Carcassonne’s citizens. 
The lady is said to cross the river Aude sometimes from the Lower Town, so you take the chance to spot, follow and help the unfortunate woman.

Beat the best: Top Carcassonne explorers

Cristina S.Explorer
3270 XP
Al
AlRookie
3100 XP
FelipeRookie
3000 XP

Good to know before you play

  • Varied terrain/elevation, may not be suitable for those with limited mobility
  • Horror & Haunts

Frequently asked questions

What’s this quest about?

It’s like stepping back to the Middle Ages. You’ll wander the old citadel, follow spooky clues, and hear legends about knights and ghosts that once haunted these walls.

Is it scary?

It’s more fun-spooky than horror. Think mysterious stories and eerie corners, not jump scares. Perfect if you love history with a little chill.

Is it kid-friendly?

Older kids and teens will love the mystery and medieval setting. It might be a bit much for very young children after dark, but daytime is perfect for families.

Is it good for a group of friends?

Absolutely. You can split into teams, race to solve the clues, and share lots of laughs while exploring the citadel together.

What should we bring?

Comfortable shoes, a charged phone, and maybe a jacket if you’re playing in the evening. That’s it.

What will we explore in Medieval Carcassonne?
The route uses the citadel, its streets and the area outside the walls as its setting. You discover local stories through clues rather than joining a guided group tour.
Is this experience self-guided?
Yes. The Questo app guides you from clue to clue, with no guide or fixed start time. You can begin when it suits you and pause along the way.
How many accesses does our group need?
Classic quests sell access per device and player. Each person who wants to solve clues on their own phone needs their own access.

Compare Questo vs. Guided Walking Tours

Flexibility

Regular Guided Tours

Fixed schedules & no pausing

Questo

Start, pause, and resume anytime

Privacy

Regular Guided Tours

Crowds of up to 30 strangers

Questo

Private experience for your group only

Pricing

Regular Guided Tours

$30–$60 (€23–€50) per person

Questo

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Availability

Regular Guided Tours

Requires advance booking

Questo

Instant access 24/7/365

Experience

Regular Guided Tours

Passive listening to a guide

Questo

Active gamification; you solve the mystery

Joined by 1,000,000+ explorers worldwide

Guided tour pricing: Comprehensive Economic Analysis of Guided Tour Pricing, EU and US markets, 2026. Standard 2–3 hour group walking tours.

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DARK STORIES OF CARCASSONNE

A self-guided ghost-story route through Carcassonne

Medieval Carcassonne: Ghosts of The Citadel is for ghost-story and horror fans who want atmosphere, clues and a private route through Carcassonne rather than a standard sightseeing walk.

The route starts at Square Gambetta and finishes at Château Comtal over 2.2 km, with 10 challenge locations. Typical duration: 78 min; 2.2 km walking route; 10 challenge locations

Choose this when solving and moving through the story is part of the fun. Choose a guided ghost tour when live narration and a group atmosphere matter more. Playable languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Dutch.

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