In the sleepy French village of Rennes-le-Château, a 19th-century priest became wealthy overnight — and ever since, rumours of hidden treasure, secret societies, and religious conspiracies have swirled around the town. Did Bérenger Saunière uncover an ancient secret? Or is the real mystery how the legends grew so wildly out of control? In this episode of 5 Minute Mysteries, we explore the strange story behind Rennes-le-Château — a place where history, myth, and conspiracy collide.
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