Fes Medina — Idris II's Forgotten Decree
Uncover the lost decree of Idris II, founder of Fes, hidden amid betrayal and conspiracy in the medina's shadows. Decode clues at sacred sites to reveal a secret that could rewrite the city's origins.
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In 828 AD, Idris II, the young sharif and founder of Fes, issued a secret decree before his mysterious death at age 35
Fes Medina — Idris II's Forgotten Decree
You are a trusted court archivist in 9th-century Fes, loyal to Idris II, tasked with securing a vital document for the city's future.
Your mission begins before the
Dive into the heart of Fes, imperial city of Morocco, to retrieve the forgotten decree that sealed the fate of the UNESCO Medina in 828.
The story that haunts this land
Your quest for Idris II's forgotten decree, founder of Fes, begins in front of Bab Bou Jeloud, a monumental 20-meter high gate. This symbolic entrance to the UNESCO medina, connecting the Andalusian and Karaouiyine quarters, was erected in 1913. The green and blue zelliges of its arches recall the Bou Jeloud gardens, mentioned as early as the 14th century under the Marinids. As an archivist, you know that every architectural detail of Fes el-Bali bears the marks of time, from the Idrissids to the protectorates. This southwestern entrance to Fes is a direct gateway to the soul of the Fes-Meknes World Heritage site.
Talaa Kebira, the main artery of Fes el-Bali, then welcomes you. This 1 km long shopping street, connecting Bab Bou Jeloud to Seffarine Square, has been active since the 9th century. The 200 artisanal shops recorded in 2010 line this sloping paved road, testifying to a lineage of souks dating back to the Idrissid era. Almohad and Marinid architecture overlaps over the centuries, each facade telling a part of Fes's history. This exploration of Talaa Kebira is a direct immersion into the economy and social life of Morocco's imperial city.
You reach Nejjarine Square, the historic center of carpenter guilds (nejjarine) since the 17th century. At the heart of this square stands the Neo-Marinid fountain from 1732, 7 meters high, whose zellige and stucco decoration was founded by Vizier Mohammed ben Abdallah. This site has hosted artisanal brotherhoods since the 14th century under the Marinids, perpetuating ancestral know-how. By searching for clues here, you uncover the importance of crafts in the development of Fes-Meknes and its heritage.
Your path leads you to Al-Qaraouiyine Mosque, founded in 859 by Fatima al-Fihri. This institution, capable of accommodating 20,000 worshippers, was recognized by Guinness World Records in 1963 as the oldest university in the world. Its library houses 9th-century manuscripts, including a Kufic golden Quran, evidence of Fes's erudition. Right next door, the Al-Attarine Madrasa, built in 1323-1325 by Abu Said Uthman II of the Marinids, was a Quranic school linked to the mosque. Its 25-meter minaret and its zellige and carved wood decoration, restored in 1990, illustrate the grandeur of the original Idrissid site.
Your journey concludes in Seffarine Square, the heart of the coppersmiths (seffarine) since the 12th century, with 50 active forges in 1900. The ringing of hammers, classified as UNESCO intangible heritage in 2012, still resonates, testifying to the Idrissid caravan routes of the 9th century. By solving the final riddle amidst these preserved workshops, you have not only found Idris II's decree but also traversed the living history of Fes. This interactive visit to Morocco's imperial city has allowed you to discover world heritage in a unique way, far from classic tourist routes.
A game, a guided tour and a heritage guide — all in one
You're not just buying an escape game. You're carrying a living guide — historical anecdotes, forgotten legends, key monuments, hidden architecture — unfolding as you go.
At each stop, places ordinary guides miss — secret façades, sculpted crests, alleys steeped in history.
Every riddle is rooted in a real historical fact or local legend. You leave with dozens of stories to tell.
Learn to read buildings — flamboyant Gothic, Baroque, Art Deco — like a real art historian, while having fun.
Walk through the city like a novel's character — every alley becomes a stage, every square a theatre.
A voice walks with you at every step, tells the story of each place, reads clues, adds a cinematic feel.
Keep access to the guide & game for 1 year. Come back any time, share it with friends.
« You will not leave this city the way you entered it. »
How does it work?
Explore the city on foot solving puzzles based on real historical facts. No locked room — the city is your playground.
No app to download. Play directly from your browser. Guided step by step, at your own pace.
One purchase per phone is enough. Play with family, friends or as a couple — everyone participates.
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears and speaks to you in your language. Golden letters magically write themselves on the wall to reveal the puzzle answer.
Stuck? Progressive personalised hints. The character repeats the puzzle on demand — at your own pace.
French, English, German, Spanish, Italian + 27 other languages auto-translated by AI.
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Places tied to your adventure — optional entries, totally up to you · per person
The Route
8 stages through the city
The gameplay: AR, camera, hidden clues
At each stop, open your phone camera: an augmented reality character appears on the façade and speaks your language. Hunt the clue — it materializes as golden letters on the real wall or floats in front of you. When you find it, the phone vibrates, an AR chest opens and reveals your answer fragment. 8 stops, 8 clues to find with the camera, 1 final code.
The stops on your route are a surprise. You'll discover them one by one, guided by your phone, starting from the meeting point.
How does it work with a group?
One phone = one team. Pick the number at checkout (1 to 10).
Solo, or a group sharing the screen. One team, one code.
Family, couple, or 2-3 teams competing. Each phone has its own code and its own score.
Friends, bachelor/bachelorette, small office outing — each their own code, each plays at their own pace. Tiered pricing then €6 flat per phone from the 6th.
- ✓All codes are independent — play at the same time OR separately, each team advances at its own pace.
- ✓Leaderboard between your teams + global game leaderboard — each score appears in the public ranking.
- ✓More than 10 phones or need a personalized quest? Discover custom tours.
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Practical info
Why this route?
Ancient Decree
Decipher fragments of a forgotten edict that shaped Fes's identity.
Millennial City
Explore the medina's alleys where the history of the Idrisids took root.
Crossroads of Cultures
Follow the footsteps of Andalusian and Kairouani refugees who built Fes.
The past is a puzzle, each fragment a key.
Unravel the legacy of Idris II and reveal the destiny of Fes.
9 features nobody else has
OddballTrip combines gamified play, augmented reality and AI. All our competitors deliver 1 or 2 of these angles. We deliver all 5.
AR treasure chest
A golden chest floats in front of the monument. Tap → opening animation → reveals a secret message.
AR narrator character
Point your phone at the façade: a knight, witch, monk, sailor, detective or ghost appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language with their dedicated ElevenLabs voice (each character has their own unique voice) — your living guide.
Magic golden letters
At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's the puzzle answer. An unforgettable visual effect.
Written + audio narration
Every puzzle available as text AND voice-over: read at your own pace or listen eyes-free while walking. Great in groups and for accessibility.
360° radar + vibration
A mini-radar shows the target even behind you, and the phone vibrates when you aim in the right direction.
Heritage storytelling
Every puzzle weaves in real historical facts (architecture, era, anecdotes). You learn by playing — like a gamified audioguide.
Progressive AI hints
3 levels of AI-generated help: vibe → where to look → answer format. You're never stuck.
AR selfie memento
At the end of the game, capture a selfie with OddballTrip banner + mascot, shareable on Instagram, TikTok.
Zero app to install
PWA technology: open the link, it plays in your browser. Same quality as an app, no App Store hassle.
Frequently asked questions
Q01Do I need to download an app?
No, never. You get a link, you click, it plays in your browser. That's the point of a PWA: same as an app, without the hassle.
Q02Does it work offline?
GPS yes (handled by your phone). Maps yes (tiles cached). AI and hints need an intermittent 4G connection.
Q03How long does a game take?
1 h 30 to 2 h 30 depending on your pace. The timer runs but only for the leaderboard — you play at your own tempo.
Q04What happens if I'm stuck?
You get 3 levels of hints per puzzle (increasing penalty). If truly stuck, you can skip the step (45-min penalty but you keep going).
Q05What's the age range?
From 12 without an adult, from 6 with an adult reading puzzles. Works for families, couples, friend groups, companies.
Q06What if my city isn't in the catalogue?
Pre-register or contact us — we'll email you as soon as your city is live.
Q07What is augmented reality exactly?
Point your phone at the façade: a historical character appears full-screen and speaks to you in your language. At the puzzle climax, golden letters magically write themselves on the real wall — that's your answer. After each puzzle solved, a treasure chest floats in front of you. Seeing is believing.
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