Groot Gerechtsgebouw Gent, Municipal courthouse in Ghent, Belgium.
Groot Gerechtsgebouw is a courthouse in Ghent that features a contemporary glass facade rising six stories above ground. The building houses courtrooms, administrative offices, and spaces dedicated to legal proceedings and public services.
The original structure was designed by architect Louis Roelandt in 1846. A fire in 1930 destroyed most of the interior, leaving only the cellar and external walls, which were then rebuilt.
The courthouse represents the evolution of Belgian judicial architecture, combining traditional elements with contemporary design principles in its 2007 renovation.
The building is located at Opgeëistenlaan 401A and maintains regular opening hours for public access. Visitors should note that entry may require security checks typical of courthouses.
The building's masterplan includes the transformation of its front parking area into a garden and the construction of a new cell complex beneath the rear square.
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