Casino of Ghent, 19th-century exhibition building in Ghent, Belgium
The Casino of Ghent was a 19th-century exhibition building designed in the Neo-Classical style, featuring grand halls with columns and decorative elements throughout its interior. Located between Coupure and Casino Square, it occupied a prominent position near what is now the University of Ghent campus.
Louis Roelandt designed the building in 1835, and it became the primary venue for the Ghent Floralies flower show until 1908. During World War I, it was repurposed as a military hospital before being demolished in 1945.
The building served as a gathering place for art exhibitions and musical performances, drawing regular visitors interested in the famous flower shows. The local Saint Cecilia Society held concerts there, making it a central venue for the city's cultural life.
The building no longer stands today, having been demolished in 1945, so visitors can only see the location where it once stood between Coupure and Casino Square. Interested guests can explore the area and consult historical records to learn more about what previously occupied this site.
For decades, the building hosted the Ghent Floralies, a flower show that drew visitors from across the region to see rare and exotic plants. This regular event made the Casino a place where gardeners and flower enthusiasts shared their passion and displayed new varieties.
Location: Ghent
Architects: Louis Roelandt
Address: Casinoplein
GPS coordinates: 51.05149,3.71334
Latest update: December 14, 2025 17:41
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