The Abgrall Mystery

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Free, open-air XXL treasure hunt

France’s first region-wide treasure hunt, the Abgrall Mystery is now being played out in 16 towns in Brittany. Combourg, our Petites Cités de Caractères®, is one of them this year.

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Help us to pierce the secret!

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    Erwann Abgrall, an eccentric explorer with a colossal fortune, has died… without an heir.

    His solicitor appeals for help, and you are his last resort to unravel the mystery: “The only lead you have is his notebook with all his scribbled notes and incomprehensible annotations…”.

    Follow in the footsteps of this curious character to solve the riddles and help solve this life-size investigation. A breathtaking adventure and a never-before-seen experience in the heart of Combourg.

      How do I play?

      1.

      Download and print your interviewer kit at: www.mystereabgrall.com; also download below:

      2.

      Go to in Combourg to start the survey. You can also borrow the survey kit on site from the Tourist Information Office.

      Find our opening times.

      3.

      Get yourself a pen and paper for a better gaming experience.

      4.

      Your survey will last at least 2 hours. It can be extended to a full day.

      5.

      Have you played with the investigator kit borrowed from Combourg Tourist Information Office? Don’t forget to return it.

      6.

      Go to www.cabinetbraouzec.bzh to check your answers and collect new information.

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