Do you really know? What are some of the world's best treasure hunts?
Sep 21, 2025
Discover the thrilling saga behind the Golden Owl, a treasure that was unearthed after 31 years of relentless searching. Delve into the risks and rewards of Forrest Fenn’s Rocky Mountains chest and explore the ongoing quest of Michael Becker's Entente Cordiale. Learn about the dedicated community of treasure hunters and the exciting riddles that keep them engaged. This journey through the world’s best treasure hunts will leave you inspired to embark on your own adventure!
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The Golden Owl's Long Hunt
- Régis Hauser (Max Valentin) hid the Golden Owl in 1993 and published 11 riddles that started a multi-decade hunt.
- Over 200,000 enthusiasts called chouetteurs joined the search until the owl was found on October 3, 2024.
A Luxurious, Large Sculpture
- The Golden Owl sculpture is a substantial, jewel-studded artwork designed by Michael Becker and made of silver with gold accents.
- It measures about 50 centimetres, weighs ~10 kilograms and features rubies and diamonds on its face.
Forrest Fenn's Rocky Mountain Chest
- Forrest Fenn hid a treasure chest in the Rocky Mountains in 2010 and published clues in a poem from his book Thrill of the Chase.
- The hunt drew over 350,000 searchers and tragically coincided with four searcher deaths.
