Germany’s Lotto and Eurojackpot See Record Participation and Major Payouts

In 2024, German lottery players spent over €8.5 billion, producing 193 new millionaires and substantial contributions to public projects.

The German lottery system, including Lotto 6aus49 and Eurojackpot, recorded its highest-ever participation in 2024 with €8.5 billion in total spending.
193 millionaires were created through state lotteries in 2024, averaging one new millionaire every two days.
The Eurojackpot reached €56 million on January 3, 2025, with its maximum jackpot capped at €120 million.
Lotto 6aus49 remains Germany's most popular lottery, generating €3.5 billion in bets last year, followed by Eurojackpot with €2.6 billion.
Lottery proceeds contributed €3.4 billion to public initiatives, including sports, culture, and environmental projects across the country.