EUPoker — Europe’s Premier Poker Guide
The Definitive Guide to European Poker
Tournament records, live network traffic and profiles of the greatest players ever to sit at a felt. Independent. Data-driven. No sign-ups.
Our Data Tools
Real figures. Historical data. Updated regularly.
Biggest Tournament Wins
The most lucrative cashes in live and online poker history, sortable by prize, year, player and format.
Active Players Per Network
A visual breakdown of player traffic across the ten largest online poker networks, updated regularly.
Famous Poker Players
Profiles of the 20 greatest players to grace the felt, covering earnings, era, nationality and legacy.
What is EUPoker?
EUPoker is an independent, editorially-driven resource covering online poker in Europe. We exist to give players clear, honest information about the game, from network traffic and tournament history to strategy, rules and the stories of poker’s greatest competitors.
We do not accept affiliate payments or prioritise networks based on commercial arrangements. Every number on this site is sourced from publicly available data or verified industry trackers.
European Poker in 2025
Europe remains the second-largest poker market in the world. Regulated online poker is now available across most EU member states, with Sweden, Denmark, Italy, Spain, France and Germany all operating licensed frameworks. Norway runs a state-monopoly model, while the UK maintains its own regulatory structure outside the EU post-Brexit.
PokerStars continues to hold the largest market share on the continent, but GGPoker has made significant inroads since 2019, particularly through its WSOP partnership.
Learn the Game
Guides written for serious players.
Player Types and Strategy
TAG, LAG, nit, fish — understanding opponent tendencies is the foundation of profitable poker.
Bluffing Guide
When to bluff, how often, and how to read when your opponents are doing the same.
Bankroll Management
The single most important skill for long-term survival at the tables, explained clearly.
Poker Lingo Glossary
Every poker term you will encounter, from 3-bet to wet board, defined in plain language.
European Poker Regulations
Understand the legal landscape of poker across Europe. Country-by-country breakdowns of licensing, legality, and player protections.
Regulated
Germany
GluckSpielStaatsVertrag framework. Licensed online poker through the GGL authority since 2021.
Regulated
France
ANJ-regulated market. Ring-fenced player pool with shared liquidity agreements since 2018.
Regulated
Spain
DGOJ-licensed operators. Part of the EU shared liquidity network for online poker.
Regulated
United Kingdom
UKGC-regulated market. One of Europe’s most mature and player-friendly poker environments.
Regulated
Italy
ADM-licensed market with ring-fenced liquidity and shared EU player pools.
Regulated
Sweden
Spelinspektionen oversight. Modern licensing framework since January 2019.
Active Online Poker Rooms (2026)
Comprehensive reviews of every major poker room still operating in Europe. Traffic data, game selection, and honest assessments.
Active
PokerStars
The world’s largest online poker room. Massive tournament series, global player pool, and unmatched game variety.
Active
partypoker
Major network with MILLIONS series. Strong European presence and competitive tournament schedule.
Active
Winamax
France’s #1 poker room. Innovative formats, excellent software, and growing EU shared liquidity pool.
Active
Unibet Poker
Recreational-friendly room with unique formats. Part of the Kindred Group with strong Nordic presence.
Active
iPoker Network
Europe’s largest poker network. Powers dozens of skins including bet365, Betfair, and William Hill.
Active
Natural8 / GGNetwork
Asia-based giant with massive global traffic. Home of the WSOP Online bracelet events.
Historic Poker Rooms & Networks
The rooms that shaped online poker history. From golden-age legends to scandal-ridden collapses.
Historic
Absolute Poker
Infamous superuser scandal. One of the biggest cheating controversies in online poker history.
Historic
UltimateBet
The “God Mode” scandal. Insiders used superuser accounts to see opponents’ hole cards.
Historic
Carbon Poker / Merge
Once a major US-facing network. Collapsed amid withdrawal delays and player fund issues.
Historic
partypoker Golden Era
2003-2006: The undisputed king of online poker before the UIGEA changed everything.
Historic
Cereus Network
Home to both AP and UB. A cautionary tale of corruption and regulatory failure in online poker.
Live Poker Clubs & Casinos
Find the best land-based poker rooms across Europe. From legendary London cardrooms to Prague’s thriving tournament scene.
30+ Venues
United Kingdom
Home to The Vic, Hippodrome, Dusk Till Dawn, and Aspers. Europe’s most established live poker scene.
25+ Venues
Germany
King’s Casino Rozvadov (border), Spielbanken across all states. Major EPT and WSOP-E host.
200+ Venues
France
Aviation Club de France legacy, Casino Barriere circuit, and thriving club scene across the country.
40+ Venues
Spain
Casino Barcelona, Gran Madrid. Mediterranean poker festival hotspot with year-round action.
15+ Venues
Czech Republic
King’s Casino Rozvadov – Europe’s poker capital. Hosts WSOP Circuit, EPT, and WPT events.
12+ Venues
Austria
Montesino Vienna and Casinos Austria circuit. Strong tournament tradition in the Alpine region.
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