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Did you know that casino of Spa is the oldest in the world?

23/02/2017

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The casino of Spa exists since 1763: he is thus already 250 years old! The oldest casino in the world can therefore be found in Belgium ! And yet, despite its old age, you can still visit it every day from 11am till 4am. This big casino has 152 slot machines and several tables of Roulette, Blackjack, Poker and Bingo.

Not so long ago, all the nobles of Europe used to meet in the city of Spa to enjoy the famous thermal baths. At that time, there were already numerous activities to enjoy, but the casino was the most praised one. For centuries, Spa has been known for its sources that produce drinkable water. For many years, the casino of Spa has been a way to attract and entertain tourists from all over the world.

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