Myths: Great Mysteries of Humanity (2020)

Episode Overview

The legend of the Nibelungs continues to captivate treasure seekers in Germany today. Armed with ancient texts and divining rods, they embark on a quest for Siegfried’s mythical golden treasure, believed to be submerged in the Rhine. This enchanting hoard is said to contain not just gold and silver, but also a cloak that grants invisibility. To unravel the myth's origins, researchers are tracing its roots back to Scandinavia, where an archaeologist searches for some of the saga’s earliest evidence. Meanwhile, a blacksmith attempts to recreate Siegfried's sword using age-old methods and tests its capabilities. The discovery of bones sheds light on the dragon, while historians and linguists explore the identity of the Nibelungs and the nature of the fabled treasure.