A 31-year-long treasure hunt that drew in thousands of enthusiasts across France appears to have come to an end.
A 31-year-long treasure hunt that drew in thousands of enthusiasts across France appeared to have come to an end Thursday, after official social media accounts linked to the search said the token needed to claim the grand prize had been found. The hunt, 'On the Trail of the Golden Owl,' was based on a book of riddles published in 1993. Participants had to solve 11 puzzles in the book — and a 12th one that was hidden — to decipher the exact location of the token.
Events where 'owlers' could meet and share tips were organized across France.Hauser, the intellectual architect of the riddles, had initially used the pen name Max Valentin to prevent the most assiduous treasure hunters from seeking him out. He died in 2009, French newspaper Le Monde reported.He and Becker decided to bury a replica of the owl, keeping the precious original in a safe place.
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