The Fort Boyard follows a structured format where teams compete in a series of challenges inside the fort. Each stage of the game has a specific purpose and contributes to the final outcome.
At the beginning of the game, contestants complete physical and skill-based challenges to collect keys. These keys are required to unlock the treasure room later in the game.
After collecting keys, the team moves on to clue-based challenges. These tasks often involve solving puzzles or facing unique obstacles to earn hints about the final word.
The final stage takes place in the treasure room, where the team must use their clues to guess a keyword. If successful, they gain access to the treasure and try to collect as much as possible before time runs out.
The combination of physical challenges, puzzles, and time pressure makes the show both entertaining and unpredictable.