The Secret of the Reposoir – Adventure game
From May to September - Reopening next spring
Le Secret du Reposoir is part of the large Explor Games® family. These scripted adventure and exploration games, guided by mobile applications, are being developed throughout France.
How to play
Welcome to the Explor Games® experience
Le Secret du Reposoir is a unique adventure, a mix of orienteering and outdoor escape games. Come and face a digital treasure hunt, the trials and challenges of which are very real!
At the Reposoir, you play as the companions of the monk John of Spain and will have to fight dark forces in order to unlock the secret of the village. You will have to build a haven of peace there for centuries to come. But will you be up to it?
Goal of the game :
Using a digital tablet rented from the Reposoir tourist office, you will go to the village for a walk during which you will have to meet various challenges to help John of Spain accomplish his quest.
2 routes to choose from:
- Short course> duration: 2 hours / distance: 3.2 km / 8 € per person
The short course is ideal for the youngest children (from 8 years old), people who do not want to walk too long.
Last departure: 16:00 p.m.
- Long course> duration: 3 hours / distance: 4.5 km / 12 € per person
The large course is ideal for people who love or are used to hiking and who are up for any challenge!
Last departure: 15:30 p.m.
How to play ?
Go to the Reposoir tourist office to pick up your tablet. This contains the story and the course of the game. It is with it that you will be able to solve the puzzles and orient yourself.
Bail :
A deposit of 450 € per tablet is required upon withdrawal of the tablet. This is payable in cash or by credit card (check not accepted). This deposit will be cashed in the event of damage or loss of equipment (tablet, games, places, etc.). It is your own responsibility to respect the rented equipment as well as the games used.
Should I book:
We have a limited number of tablets. It is best to reserve your tablet to be sure you can play when you come.
It is possible to reserve your tablet in the morning and take advantage of a picnic moment and return your tablet in the afternoon (before 18 p.m.).
You can make your reservation online, by email or by simply calling the Reposoir tourist office (04 50 98 18 01).
The route:
The path starts at the Reposoir tourist office and follows a loop in the village that will take you near the Carmel du Reposoir (which you will have time to visit) then in the forest before returning you to your starting point. There is no major difficulty on the way. Part of it, however, is in the sun without shade and it can be hot there. It is necessary to be in good physical condition and to have walking shoes or sneakers to complete the course.
Remember to take a backpack and a bottle of water.
Rainy day ? Does not work.
Access
From Cluses:
follow the direction of Scionzier then the direction of Col de la Colombière.
Since A40 highway:
take exit 18 Scionzier, then direction Reposoir / Col de la Colombière for 9km.
Via the Route des Grandes Alpes:
from Annecy, go through Thônes and Le Grand Bornand. Climb to Col de la Colombière and descend for 7km.
Please note: the Col de la Colombière is closed in winter.
Opening
From 15 / 04 to 10 / 09.
According to the opening hours of the tourist office for tablet rental.
Prices
Reservation required: online, by phone or at the tourist office.
Single price: 8 to 12 € (Price per person. Tablet rental included.).
A deposit of 480 € will be required for the rental of the tablet and will be returned to you upon return of the equipment (in credit card or cash only).
Payment method
- Bank / credit card
- Cash
Welcome supplement
Location:
Le Reposoir is located in the middle of the mountains, a 15-minute drive from Cluses.
To do / see in the village:
You will find in the village a playground, a football field (the Tourist Office lends you a ball on request) and other hiking suggestions.
Several farms offer guided tours. Do not hesitate to come and inquire in our tourist information office.
It is also possible to visit Carmel on your own or with a Savoie Mont Blanc Heritage Guide by booking on 04 50 89 86 68 or 06 81 70 17 44.
Eat and drink :
You can picnic in the shade near the Chapel of Blessed John of Spain or on the grass next to the church.
For sun lovers, there are picnic tables in the village and near the Tourist Office.
If necessary, the grocery store at the entrance to the village allows you to buy food and drink.
The hotel-restaurant La Chartreuse offers a children's menu, high chairs and a changing table. You can also have a drink or eat homemade ice cream on the terrace.
Find shade:
The game takes place partly in the cool forest, but the sun is often present on the course.
parking:
Many spaces on the church square and in the camper van parking.
Bathroom :
The toilets are located in the camper van parking lot, about 300 m from the Reposoir tourist information office.
