Step inside the walls of one of Europe’s most legendary fortresses as The Last Stronghold: An Epic Medieval Adventure is set to make its UK debut in London on 12 March at the W12 Shopping Centre in Shepherd’s Bush. Created by Excurio, and the Centre des monuments nationaux, and presented by Fever, the groundbreaking virtual reality experience brings a UNESCO World Heritage Site vividly to life, transporting visitors to the heart of medieval Europe. Guests can sign up for the waitlist via Fever’s app or website.
Guests can expect to explore Carcassonne at the height of its medieval power, walking the ramparts, passing through fortified gates, taking in bustling markets and uncovering hidden spaces within the impenetrable stronghold.
Drawing on extensive historical and archaeological research, validated by experts from the Centre des monuments nationaux, The Last Stronghold meticulously recreates the city as it appeared in the early 14th century. Guided by Simon and Agnès, two characters caught between loyalty, rebellion and survival, visitors experience a pivotal moment in history shaped by royal authority and the looming shadow of the Inquisition.
Throughout the journey, guests actively engage with medieval life, from combat training and night watch on the ramparts to intimate moments inside noble residences and encounters in the city´s crowded streets.
“The Last Stronghold plunges audiences into the heart of a medieval French city where a brutal inquisition is taking place. The story is dynamic, with each scene realised with a meticulous level of immersion. It is my favourite title from Excurio within our Fever portfolio to date. The experience plays to the strengths of the VR free-roam format, which Excurio has been instrumental in shaping, allowing audiences to smell rebellion in the air as time flies by,” says Alex Winterbotham, Global Director of Production for VR at Fever.
“With The Last Stronghold, we are delivering our most ambitious immersive expedition to date—creatively, narratively, and technically. It is a great source of pride to offer the public a unique experience at the heart of this emblematic fortress, at a pivotal moment in its history,” says Fabien Barati, CEO of Excurio.
“To renew public interest in heritage, the Centre des monuments nationaux constantly seeks new ways to showcase its sites—through educational outlets (including innovative digital or audio experiences), cultural programming (such as nighttime or theatrical tours), and even remote visits of monuments. The CMN is therefore delighted to offer this unique experience to audiences who may be far from Carcassonne, providing a different and perhaps complementary way to visit the monument. This journey through time allows visitors to explore the city as it stood during its golden age. Historical facts and well-documented data leave an even stronger impression when combined with an experience that engages both the senses and emotions”, says Marie Lavandier, President of the Centre des Monuments Nationaux.
Experience Highlights:
Journey to 1304: Travel back to the golden age of medieval Carcassonne, the largest fortified city in Europe
Free-roam VR Exploration: Follow the intertwined stories of Simon and Agnès amid the political and religious tension that marked the era
Interactive Moments: Train for combat, patrol the walls, explore private quarters and engage with medieval life
Historically Verified: Developed with experts to ensure historical precision and accurately represent a pivotal moment in history
A Growing Virtual Reality Destination
With the addition of The Last Stronghold, created by Excurio and Centre des Monuments Nationaux, Fever continues its journey to bring a vibrant multi-experience VR destination. Visitors can now travel from Carcassonne to Machu Picchu, exploring the world without leaving London.
VR Expeditions available:
The Last Stronghold: An Epic Medieval Adventure
Machu Picchu: Journey to the Lost City
This latest addition to Fever´s VR network reflects the company´s global mission to democratise access to the world´s most extraordinary places, cultures and moments. By transporting audiences to iconic destinations through immersive storytelling and cutting-edge technology, Fever is redefining how people learn, explore and experience the world.
