All roads lead to Rome. But roads work both ways. Augustus knew that better than anyone. While the world was busy marching toward Rome, he was quietly moving his most dangerous secrets out. He needed a place to hide the Imperial Regalia and he chose this city to keep them safe.
This wasn't some random choice; it was a calculated move. He left the location with one man, who encoded the map across landmarks using symbols carved into the city's oldest stones. Those marks are still there, hiding in plain sight while you grab your morning coffee or walk to work.
You receive the first clue from a source who refuses to identify themselves. The greatest personal treasury ever assembled is waiting for someone with the right eyes to find it. Are you ready to claim what Augustus left behind?
How many are playing?
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Places you will visit
15
You will walk
3550 steps
Total distance
2.7 km
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.”
What you'll actually do
Download the Questo app and unlock the quest. Walk to Place de la Contrescarpe whenever you like · no guide, no group, no time slot.
Solve 15 puzzles hidden in the streets around you. Each one you crack unlocks the next location.
Finish at Place de la Contrescarpe and see where you land on the Paris leaderboard.
Highlights
🏛️ Decipher Ancient Secrets – Solve puzzles hidden in the city's oldest architecture and see familiar streets in a whole new light.
🏃 Race Against History & Outsmart the Past – Follow a 2,000-year-old trail and test your skills against a mystery that has remained unsolved for centuries.
🏺 Recover the Lost Treasure – Step into an action-adventure story where the stakes are as high as the Roman Empire itself.
👥 The Ultimate Crew Challenge – Grab your smartest friends for a competitive mission that turns the city into your personal playground.
Bring your crew
Race to the finish.
Everyone plays on their own phone · race solo, as a couple, or with a crew of any size. First to solve every clue takes the crown.
Adventure
Your pace, no timer
Escape
Beat the clock
Plays offline at your own pace · live group races need a connection.
Final leaderboard
EXPLORE PARIS ON FOOT
A self-guided way to connect Paris landmarks through play
The Lost Gold of Paris is a self-guided story walk in Paris, designed for visitors who want to explore independently. Its story centers on Augustus and the hidden Imperial Regalia.
The route starts at Place de la Contrescarpe and finishes at Place de la Contrescarpe over 2.7 km, with 15 challenge locations. Practical fit: 2.7 km route; 15 location-based challenges; Playable in English.
Choose this for a self-guided story and puzzle route. Choose a guided walking tour when live commentary and asking a guide questions matter more. Playable languages: English.
Tips & Recommendations
Wear Comfortable Shoes
You will be walking throughout the city, so comfortable footwear is essential for enjoying the experience.
Charge Your Phone
Make sure your smartphone is at least 60% charged. The quest runs through the Questo app, and you will be using it throughout.
Check the Weather
This is an outdoor activity. Bring an umbrella or sunscreen depending on the forecast.
Bring a Camera
You will discover photogenic locations and hidden gems perfect for capturing memories.
Stay Hydrated
Bring water, especially during warmer months or longer quests.
Play with Friends
Quests are more fun with friends or family. Each player who wants to play on their own phone needs their own access.
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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-$40 per person
Questo
Transparent pricing shown before checkout
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
| Feature | Regular Guided Tours | Questo |
|---|---|---|
| Flexibility | Fixed schedules & no pausing | Start, pause, and resume anytime |
| Privacy | Crowds of up to 30 strangers | Private experience for your group only |
| Pricing | $30-$40 per person | Transparent pricing shown before checkout |
| Availability | Requires advance booking | Instant access 24/7/365 |
| Experience | Passive listening to a guide | Active gamification; you solve the mystery |
