Gastouri — Uncover Sissi's Shattered Secrets
Decipher the hidden tragedy that drove Empress Sissi to build her Greek refuge—and uncover the dark secrets she buried within the Achilleion's walls.
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In 1889, Empress Elisabeth of Austria—beloved as Sissi—suffered an unbearable loss: her only son, Crown Prince Rudolf, took his own life at the Mayerling hunting lodge
Gastouri — Uncover Sissi's Shattered Secrets
You are an imperial archivist, dispatched to Corfu in 1907, just after the sale of the Achilleion.
Your mission: document the last traces of Empress Elisabeth of Austria
Discover Corfu, where Empress Sissi shaped her Ionian refuge, leaving behind a palace and secrets etched in stone.
The story that haunts this land
Your investigation begins in the heart of the historic village of Gastouri, 10 km south of Corfu Town. This traditional Ionian village developed in the 19th century around the Achilleion, with neoclassical architecture inherited from the British presence between 1815 and 1864. Take the main paved path, 1.2 km long, connecting the village to the Achilleion Palace, and observe the details of the houses. Each facade tells a part of the local history, a prelude to Empress Sissi's secrets.
Continue towards Agios Arsenios Church, a small 19th-century Orthodox church located less than 500m from the Achilleion Palace. Its traditional local frescoes offer a contrast to the nearby imperial grandeur. This site, dedicated to Saint Arsenius, bears witness to the daily life and spirituality of Gastouri's inhabitants, who saw the Achilleion Palace rise on their hill between 1889 and 1891, changing the landscape of Corfu.
Upon arriving at the Achilleion Palace, your first stop is the entrance to the gardens, spanning approximately 4 hectares. It was here that Elisabeth of Austria, Empress and central figure of the site linked to Sissi, spent her holidays from 1890 to 1897, planting over 2,000 exotic trees. These gardens, with their statues of the Habsburg dynasty, offer an immersion into Sissi's aesthetic and botanical passions, as she sought tranquility on this Greek island of the Ionian Islands.
At the heart of these gardens, discover the colossal statue of the Dying Achilles, installed in 1901 by Emperor Wilhelm II of Germany. This 5-meter-high white marble work, commissioned from the German artist Adolf Bühlig in 1898, is the very symbol of the palace, inspired by Homer's Iliad. Wilhelm II, who bought the palace in 1907 and stayed there until 1914, left his mark on the site, adding a new layer of history to this 19th-century historic palace.
Your exploration of the Ionian cultural heritage concludes by retracing the footsteps of these two monarchs within the Achilleion Palace, restored in 1946 after the damage of World War II. This thematic circuit in Corfu will have allowed you to trace the influence of Sissi and Wilhelm II, to understand the evolution of the site and its impact on the region. Every detail, from Gastouri village to the grand palace, contributes to the rich history of Corfu, offering a unique Corfu visit.
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 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?
Imperial history
Dive into the intimacy of one of the most fascinating figures of 19th-century Europe
Neoclassical architecture
Explore the Achilleion, an architectural masterpiece inspired by ancient Greece
Secret correspondence
Discover Sissi's intimate thoughts through her private correspondence
Imperial romance
Sissi's secrets await 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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