Episode 2 of 3

Opening of First Casino

When
14 December 1856
Where
Villa Bellevu
Part of
Charles III of Monaco grants the Monte Carlo casino concession

Aubert and Langlois opened the first casino in Villa Bellevu in December 1856 under a 30-year concession.

Granted a concession of 30 years to operate a bathing establishment and gaming tables, Aubert and Langlois opened the first casino on 14 December 1856 in Villa Bellevu. This marked the operational beginning of the gambling complex at the site of Les Spélugues.

Sources

  1. Monte Carlo Casino Wikipedia, revision of 2026-10-02
  2. Charles III of Monaco Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-24

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