The Royal Galleries were finished in 1905. They are approximately 400 m long and served to protect the middle classes from sun and rain during their walks. They connected the Royal Pavilion with the Wellington racing track. In the beginning of the thirties, the Thermae Palace was built next to it. These days it is a four-star hotel still breathing the Belle Époque atmosphere.
Albert I-Promenade
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Renovation of the Royal Galleries
Work starts: September 2025
New grandeur for a timeless icon
The renovation of the Royal Galleries will begin in September 2025. This is the first visible step in a comprehensive revival of this iconic location.
Together, the City of Ostend, PMV, Restotel, and the Flemish Government are committed to restoring this heritage to the grandeur it deserves. All the above partners work together to ensure the future of this gem on the Flemish coast.
