October
07
/ 2024
For over three decades, the treasure hunt "On the Trail of the Golden Owl" captivated thousands of puzzle enthusiasts across France and beyond. Based on a book of riddles published in 1993, the hunt culminated in the search for a token that would unlock a magnificent golden owl prize, estimated to be worth €150,000 (about $165,000), reports CNN. On Thursday, after 31 years of relentless searching, the hunt's official social media accounts confirmed that the token had been found. A National Obsession The hunt began with the release of Sur la Trace de la Chouette d’Or (On the Trail of the Golden Owl) by author Régis Hauser, under the pseudonym Max Valentin, and artist Michel Becker. This unique treasure hunt
