4 Escape Games to Try in Strasbourg

1. A Maze In – Strasbourg’s Immersive Classic

I was recently looking for a fun activity to do on a rainy Sunday… And suddenly I thought of A Maze In, an escape game in Strasbourg.

Asylum 1920

This was my first time participating in an escape game and I didn’t know what to expect. Several rooms are available at Amaze In, of varying lengths.

We opted for the Asylum 1920, which lasts 45 minutes, and I can tell you that it went by very quickly… We had a lot of fun trying to get out of the room with the help of the clues we found along the way: we quickly got into the game! The whole is very well done (coherent clues) and the decoration of the room puts well in the atmosphere…

A game master monitors the players’ progress via a camera, which allows him to give a few extra clues when he sees that the players are stuck. It’s really great—it can help you avoid spending the whole hour on a single clue! In the end, we didn’t manage to escape (we were just a few seconds short, but it was too late anyway!). We’ll have to be faster next time!

Relaxation area

A Maze In also offers a relaxation area to recover after the game. The place is nice, with a large bar and board games available. Conclusion: a good experience that changes from the more “classic” activities!

Since our visit, the selection has expanded significantly: A Maze In now offers a total of 5 rooms (“A Monster in the Closet,” “Icarus,” “Mamma Mafia,” “404 Hacker Not Found,” and “The Asylum 1920”), two escape boxes to play right at the game bar (“La Crypto-Bidule” and “La Pirate Box”), and even two outdoor adventures through the streets of Strasbourg (“Jumansheim” and “La chasse aux fantômes”).

🔑 A tip from a local: Book on a weekday if you want to avoid the weekend crowds—the most popular experiences sell out fast!

2. The Secrets of the Hourglass – A Journey Through the Ages

One Friday evening, I received a very strange message: “Dear archaeologists, by entering the famous Pyramid of Cheops, you will enter a mystical lair built more than 4500 years ago… It may be that the Egyptian pharaohs and gods had not thought about the cleanliness of the place: bring adequate equipment!” I’m already in the mood!

The next day, the four of us adventurers set out to tackle the “Pyramid of Khufu” room at this escape game —or “escape room”—in Strasbourg, Les Secrets du Sablier, whose rooms take you on a journey through several countries.

Hall Les Pyramides de Khéops

The room The Pyramid of Cheops proposes, as you guessed, a scenario around the ancient Egypt and the gods… I can’t tell you more, not to spoil the experience! However, I can tell you why I loved the “Pyramid of Cheops” room.

An escape game with a difference

For a start, there are no keys and no locks to solve the riddles… The Hourglass Secretsteam has managed to break out of the somewhat tired pattern of “you find a key which leads to a locked chest in which there is a key, which leads to another locked chest etc”.

Then, thanks to a rather audacious system, the interventions of the “game master” who helps you in case of problem (and he really helped us a lot!) do not take you out of the atmosphere at all. And as far as atmosphere is concerned, the settings are particularly well done.

Finally, whether or not you succeed in the escape game, you’ll get to the end of the scenario. If you lose, there will be no puzzle or room that you haven’t done. This avoids big frustrations… And our team is well placed to speak about it: we lost the game but we keep a great memory of it.

Two little tips for the end: listen carefully to the clues and don’t rush…

The selection has since expanded significantly: there are now five indoor rooms available (Egypt, Canada—Le Bar Clandestin, China, Mexico, and Las Vegas for ages 18 and up), as well as outdoor scavenger hunts through the streets of Strasbourg and special programs for children.

🔑 A tip from a local: Don’t rush to jump to conclusions—listen carefully to the game master—the logic behind solving the puzzles here is a bit unconventional.

3. Dooz Escape Game – Puzzles and Total Immersion

Dooz offers a wide variety of rooms at its locations in Strasbourg and Vendenheim.

Not exactly a piece of cake!

I thought the settings were really well done—they immediately drew us into the atmosphere (I won’t say any more; I want to keep the surprise)—with immersive dialogue. As for the puzzles, I have to admit I found them a little difficult (and so did Vivine), but I should point out that I’m not very used to these kinds of games. It’s definitely a matter of getting the hang of it!

As in any escape game, fortunately you don’t get stuck for too long since a camera allows the game masters to observe you and to give you clues when they see that you are not progressing.

In any case, we had a great time with friends, thinking in a good mood! If 1 hour seems like a long time, you should know that time really does fly by (too?) fast!

Relaxation area

After the game, it is possible to have a drink in a large room (nicely decorated, again) and discuss this experience (“but why didn’t we think of that?” and other existential questions) while remaining discreet so as not to reveal anything to the following players… Come on, next time we’ll test another scenario!

The game bar in Dooz is now called the Malleus Maleficarum (black magic theme)—still the perfect place to debrief over a drink after a game.

🔑 A tip from a local: If you’re not a regular, don’t feel bad about asking for help through the camera—it’s better to keep moving forward than to get stuck for the whole game!

4. Sensas – An escape game that engages all five of your senses

It’s a mix of an escape game, *Koh Lanta*, and *Fort Boyard*!

It’s halfway between the escape game, Koh Lanta and Fort Boyard! The concept of Sensas? Test your five senses – sight, touch, smell, hearing and taste – with fun tests. All of them are carried out in cooperation with the members of your team and the accompaniment of the very friendly “master of the senses”.

2 hours to complete several challenges

The adventure begins with explanations and a small photo session quite original and fun. You then have 2 hours to complete several challenges in darkened rooms, solve puzzles and collect amulets. I can’t tell you more about these challenges, it would be a shame to spoil the surprise. It’s fun, unusual and… what a laugh!

Sensas Strasbourg, putting your 5 senses to the test

You will leave Sensas Strasbourg with a small practical gift and, a few days after your visit, the master of the senses will send you photos and videos of some of your challenges. I thought it was a great idea to have a souvenir of that day.

Another strong point: my mother and my brother, with whom we did Sensas, are not used to escape games or this kind of concept. They loved it and it went very well.

With guidance from the “Master of the Senses,” who stays with you throughout the challenges via audio and video, you’ll never get stuck. That said, having quick reflexes and an understanding of how escape games work is definitely a plus! Sensas Strasbourg is perfect for families or groups of friends.

Amulets converted into gifts

Finally, the amulets you collect will be converted into donations and given tothe charity Autismes Aujourd’hui. That’s one more reason to collect as many as possible. Sensas also aims to raise awareness about different types of disabilities, and this is reflected in the challenges. Good luck on your adventure!

🔑 A tip from a local: Allow plenty of time for the trip; Mundolsheim is about a 10-minute drive from Strasbourg—make sure to leave some extra time if you’re traveling in multiple cars.

Other escape games in Strasbourg

Here are the other escape games in Strasbourg that we haven’t yet tested:

• John Doe
• The little red door
• Closed escape game
• Escape yourself

What You Need to Know About Escape Games in Strasbourg

• A Maze In captivates visitors with its meticulously designed settings and now offers 5 rooms, escape boxes, and outdoor adventures
• *The Secrets of the Hourglass* breaks away from the traditional formula and takes you on a journey across the continents
• Dooz Escape Game remains a real challenge even for regulars, with the Malleus Maleficarum bar to extend the evening
• Sensas is a truly unique experience—a cross between an escape room and *Fort Boyard*—driven by a worthy charitable cause

Looking for more ideas for a rainy Sunday in Strasbourg? Check out my guide to “Unusual Strasbourg” for plenty of inspiration!

Frequently Asked Questions About Escape Games in Strasbourg