Hvar — The Perfumed Ledger Conspiracy
Uncover the scented ledger that shattered Hvar's trade monopoly. Decode aromas hidden in landmarks to expose the perfumer's plot and claim the lost formula before rivals seize it.
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In 18th-century Hvar Old Town, a secretive guild controlled the island's lucrative spice and incense trade, their monopoly enforced by brutal oaths and hidden ledgers
Hvar — The Perfumed Ledger Conspiracy
You are Petar Hektorović, a Croatian poet and humanist, now an investigator for the Republic of Venice in 16th-century Hvar, tasked with uncovering a secret ledger threatening the island
Dive into the heart of Hvar, the pearl of Dalmatia, to uncover a Venetian conspiracy orchestrated within the walls of 16th-century palaces.
The story that haunts this land
Your quest for the perfumed ledger begins on Trg sv. Stjepana, Hvar's main square, a vibrant historical center since the Middle Ages. Surrounded by 16th-century Venetian buildings, this 4,000 m² square, paved with local Dalmatian stone, was the site of public gatherings as early as 1278, following the charter confirming Hvar's privileges by Croatian King Petar II. It is here, facing the statue of Petar Hektorović erected in 1847, that you receive your first clues, scrutinizing the stones for marks left by the conspirators.
A short walk away, the Katedrala sv. Stjepana, Hvar's majestic St. Stephen's Cathedral, stands, built between 1563 and 1671 on the foundations of a 6th-century church. Its Renaissance facade features a carved portal from 1575, a work influenced by the Italian architect Andrea Palladio. The interior houses a 13th-century Gothic crucifix and relics of Saint Stjepan. The bell tower, completed in 1609, rises 46 meters. The messages hidden in the architecture of this Dalmatian monument guide you to the next stage of your investigation.
Your path then leads you to the Hvarsko kazalište i Arsenal, Europe's oldest theater still in use, opened in 1612. This edifice was built within the Venetian Arsenal, erected between 1575 and 1580 to house the fleet of the Republic of Venice. With its 400-seat capacity and sea-facing loggia, it was restored in 2004 after damage from World War II. It is in this place of culture and strategy that the machinations of the conspiracy might have been discussed, and where a crucial clue awaits you.
Continuing your exploration of Hvar's heritage, you reach the Franjevački samostan i crkva sv. Petra, a Franciscan monastery founded in 1453, with its church built in 1530. Its library houses over 5,000 ancient manuscripts, including a 1700 terrestrial globe. The Gothic-Renaissance cloister, with its 16th-century central well, offers a peaceful haven 500 m from the center, accessible via paved alleys. Here, among the ancient writings, you hope to discover a trace of the famous perfumed ledger, perhaps hidden in a forgotten manuscript.
Finally, your journey concludes by connecting the Riva Hvar, a seaside promenade built in 1855 under Austrian rule, 350 m long and lined with palm trees planted in 1860, and the medieval fortified district of Grodu. With its 14th-century ramparts and narrow paved streets restored in 2006, Grodu was home to Hvar's fishermen and merchants between 1420 and 1800. By solving the final puzzle here, you will have unraveled the threads of the conspiracy, having traversed the history of Hvar, from its royal privileges to its status as a historic Dalmatian city under Venetian and Austrian influence, and discovered details of its rich past.
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.
The game downloads to your phone on start. Once the "✓ Downloaded" indicator appears, everything works without data — narration, AR, GPS and puzzles. Perfect abroad without a data plan.
Want to go deeper?
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 Aromas
Immerse yourself in the scents of lavender and aromatic herbs that still waft through Hvar's air, a legacy of ancient tradition.
Venetian Heritage
Walk through a city shaped by four centuries of Venetian rule, visible in every palace, every square, every stone.
Smuggler's Secrets
Uncover the cunning and hiding places of a guild of smugglers who defied Venice's economic power to preserve their traditions.
Freedom smells of lavender.
The Venetian monopoly could not stifle Hvar's spirit.
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
Q01Concretely, how does it unfold outdoors?
You arrive in Hvar Old Town, open the link on your phone, the story starts. It's the modern outdoor escape game: audio narration, camera puzzles, final code unlocked as a team. No install. No need to book a time slot.
Q02Can we take a break mid-trail?
Of course. Stop at a café, have lunch, resume later: your progress is saved. Many players bake a meal break into the trail, especially with families.
Q03Do we need to be several people to enjoy it?
No, solo works very well. The outdoor escape game format in self-guided mode leaves room for introspection: read the story at your pace, hunt clues like a detective. 2-6 players is more social, solo is more contemplative.
Q04Is Hvar — The Perfumed Ledger Conspiracy stroller-accessible?
Depends on the exact route in Hvar Old Town. The vast majority of stops are downtown, on sidewalks or squares. If a stair or narrow passage is involved, it's flagged on the product page. Generally: yes, doable with a standard urban stroller.
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