Dunvegan — Fairy Flag Secret
Uncover the MacLeods' 800-year conspiracy behind the Fairy Flag's hidden powers. Decipher clues across Dunvegan's landmarks to expose the truth before its curse claims another chief.
📱 1 to 10 phones · 1 team per phone · Independent codes
For 800 years, Dunvegan Castle has guarded the Fairy Flag, a tattered silk banner said to summon victory in battle, fertility for the clan, or protection from foes—but at a terrible cost
Dunvegan — Fairy Flag Secret
You are a trusted MacLeod clan emissary, on the Isle of Skye in the mid-18th century, charged with safeguarding their enduring heritage.
Your mission begins at the main entrance of
Immerse yourself in the Scottish Highlands and uncover the ancient secret of the Fairy Flag, the legendary standard of the MacLeod Chiefs.
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.
Want to go deeper?
Places tied to your adventure — optional entries, totally up to you · per person
The story that haunts this land
Your quest for the Secret of the Fairy Flag begins at Dunvegan Castle, Scotland's oldest continuously inhabited castle. This fortress, home to the MacLeods for nearly 800 years, houses priceless collections: clan silver, historical swords, and even a waistcoat and a lock of hair attributed to Charles Édouard Stuart. The current structure, restored in the 19th century, is a testament to the clan's resilience. It is here, in the Fairy Tower, that legend says a fairy appeared to a child, forging the myth of the Fairy Flag, a central object of Dunvegan's cultural identity and MacLeod heritage.
From Loch Dunvegan, adjacent to the castle, you will embark on a cruise, offering a spectacular view of the edifice. These excursions, available from late March to late September depending on the weather, were once the preferred means of access to the fortress. Today, they allow you to admire Dunvegan Castle from a different angle and imagine the arrivals of the MacLeod Chiefs through generations. You might even observe marine wildlife, with opportunities for pollack or mackerel fishing, a traditional activity in the Highlands.
The Dunvegan Castle Gardens, with their ponds and streams, offer a peaceful contrast to the castle's robustness. These classic gardens, adorned with flowering plants, are ideal for a serene stroll. They reflect the evolving tastes of the MacLeods, moving from a pure fortress to a residence incorporating aesthetic landscaping. Access via the lakeside pier once allowed departures for excursions, highlighting the importance of this location for the lifestyle of the Isle of Skye inhabitants.
Continuing your exploration of the Highlands, you will reach Neist Point Lighthouse, the most popular attraction around Dunvegan. This lighthouse marks the westernmost tip of the Isle of Skye and offers a major panoramic viewpoint over the Scottish coast. Although more contemporary than the castle, this site is an emblem of navigation and Scotland's relationship with the sea, a vital element for island clans like the MacLeod, who controlled sea routes and trade.
Your journey brings you back to Dunvegan Castle for the conclusion of your investigation into the Fairy Flag. Here, you will contemplate this legendary artifact, said to have quelled the flames during the 1939 fire. This standard, linked to the appearance of a fairy in the Fairy Tower, is more than just a piece of cloth; it is the heart of MacLeod mythology, a symbol of protection and the indomitable spirit of the Isle of Skye. This interactive visit will have offered you a deep immersion into Scottish heritage and the rich history of this historic monument in Scotland, open daily from April 1st to October 15th.
The Route
5-10 curated sites across the territory
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?
Ancestral Fortress
Explore the surroundings of one of Scotland's oldest inhabited castles, seat of Clan MacLeod.
Fairy Legends
Delve into the myths and tales of the Highlands, where fairies and spirits guard ancient secrets.
Clan Heritage
Discover the traditions, sacred objects, and emblematic figures that shaped the MacLeod identity.
Between myth and history, unravel the threads of an ancient legacy.
The clan's destiny rests on you.
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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