Genk (Brussels Morning Newspaper): The old Victoria cinema in Genk has been sold to an anonymous Limburg investor who plans to preserve its historical character while transforming it into a public meeting space. The city council supports this redevelopment, aiming to keep the cinema accessible for community use and maintain its significance in local history.
The old cinema hall Victoria in Vennestraat, Winterslag, Genk, is important to the local community. Recently, people were worried about what would happen to it because it has a lot of memories for many. The Genk city council has said they made a deal with the sellers to keep the building safe. This means they will keep the outside looking the same and make sure it won’t be torn down. The council also wants the cinema to still be used by the public, so it can continue to be a place for everyone to enjoy and remember the past.
What are the plans for the renovation of the historic Victoria cinema in Genk?
The city has decided to protect the old cinema hall Victoria because it is an important part of Winterslag’s history. It received special status on February 1, 2018. The city plans to keep the cinema and find new ways for people to use it so it can still serve the community while honoring its past. This effort is part of a bigger plan in Genk to include historical sites in future projects.
BC Immo has announced that the old cinema hall has been sold to a Limburg investor who wishes to remain anonymous. The investor loves the building and agrees with the city’s plans for its redevelopment into a new meeting place in Vennestraat. They aim to renovate the cinema while keeping its unique character and are open to collaborating with the local community and associations.
