Fun activities to do with children or as a family at Château Balestard La Tonnelle in Saint-Émilion, near Bordeaux.
On the programme: solve the puzzles of the treasure hunt and come and enjoy the unique experience of the children’s escape game. Foil these mysteries as a group, as a family, or for birthday parties.
VigneSense: an immersive, sensory and tasty journey
An immersive, sensory and tasty journey through 3 tasting experiences in the heart of the vineyards of a classified growth, suitable for young and old alike. Duration: 1 h.
Escape Wine: escape game and introduction to wine tasting
Search, handle objects and solve the escape game puzzles on the stages of wine tasting, then learn the basics of wine tasting.
Escape Wine family
Play a wine escape game adapted to families, followed by a tasting of Saint-Émilion Grand Cru wine and chocolates for the parents and a syrup tasting for the children.
Escape Wine for schools and children’s groups
Play a wine escape game adapted to children’s groups and schools, followed by coded games and a tasting of syrups with wine aromas. Contact us for more information.
Œnodétectives treasure hunt
Play detectives, gather the clues and discover the work of the vine and of wine. The investigation ends with a tasting of wines and chocolates for the adults, and syrups for the children.
Price per person. Discover our wine tasting courses.
Frequently asked questions
What age for the children’s escape game?
The children’s escape game is open to all children from age 6. Beyond 12 years old, the classic Escape Wine is more recommended.
How many people can take part in the children’s escape game in Bordeaux?
The children’s escape game can run in two modes and welcomes 2 to 35 participants.
From 2 to 6 people, your group plays together to try to unlock the wine secret of the Cap de Mourlin family.
For 7 people or more, we offer a team challenge format that lets every player enjoy all the game rooms. In that case, you form 2 to 4 teams and rotate through the different rooms. This time, your team spirit and your competitive streak are put to the test as you try to win points and find the combination of the final chest.
Does the children’s escape game require special clothing?
Come as you are! No special outfit is required to take part in the children’s escape game.
What do the parents taste during the children’s escape game?
After the children’s escape game, the parents take part in an introduction to wine tasting, during which they can taste Saint-Émilion Grand Cru wines with artisan chocolates. It is a guided tasting, where you can understand the different stages of tasting a wine.
What do the children do during the wine introduction after the Escape Wine family?
While the parents enjoy a wine tasting, we offer the children a tasting of artisan chocolates and syrups with aromas typical of Bordeaux grape varieties, as well as games around wine aromas.
Can the children’s escape game be privatised for a school trip or a birthday?
The children’s escape game is designed for families, schools and children’s groups, so it is always private for the people who book it.
We offer slots for up to 6 people. You can book them from the Book page. For any booking of a children’s escape game for more than 6 people, feel free to contact us by email at contact@oenanim.fr or by phone on 06 31 82 43 66.
How do you succeed at an escape game?
To succeed at an escape game, communicate well by working as a team and sharing information and ideas. Pay attention to details and look closely at the room or the game environment. Look for hidden objects, concealed messages and visual, audio or tactile clues. Use a logical, methodical approach to solve the puzzles and break them down into smaller tasks. Think creatively, think outside the box and consider every possibility for solving the challenges you face.