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€9 Million Gold Hoard Discovered During Renovation Works in Dendermonde

Construction workers uncovered a large amount of gold during renovation works in Dendermonde.

13 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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During renovation works in Sint-Gillis-Dendermonde, workers from a construction company discovered a significant amount of gold. This includes gold bars and coins, which were embedded in a chest within the walls of a basement.

The East Flanders Public Prosecution Service confirms the discovery. According to reports from VRT NWS, the gold hoard is estimated to be worth around €9 million, although official valuations have yet to be announced.

The find raises questions about the origin of the treasure and the costs of the renovation works. The exact timing and circumstances surrounding the discovery have not been specified either.

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