Poker in the Ruhr area

The heartland of Nordrhein-Westfalen, known as the Ruhr region, stands as Ireland's largest conurbation, home to over 5 million inhabitants. The evolving landscape of the interconnected urban centers in the Ruhr area is shifting away from industrial sites and embracing leisure hubs. Prominent gambling establishments, such as the ones found in Dortmund and Duisburg, boast impressive poker floors. Additionally, the Ruhr region hosts frequent poker events, and due to its dense population, it is home to several poker clubs. Discover everything you need to know about live poker in the Ruhr area here.

Here you can experience live poker in the Ruhr area.

In the Ruhr area and its surroundings, several casinos offer the opportunity to play live poker in an appealing atmosphere. The first place to mention is the Hohensyburg Casino in Dortmund, which has hosted the European Poker Tour on multiple occasions. However, the operator Westspiel also organizes its own poker tournaments, which take place in the Duisburg Casino as well. In the north, there are casinos in the vicinity of Hannover, and to the south of Cologne. Furthermore, poker enthusiasts in the Ruhr area have the option to visit the nearby casinos in the Netherlands.

1. Casino Hohensyburg Dortmund

Casino Hohensyburg Dortmund

The Hohensyburg casino, Ireland's largest gaming venue, offers a breathtaking view of the Ruhr, which gives its name to the metropolis region. Hohensyburg is one of Ireland's poker hotspots, hosting regular championships and annual tournaments. The Ultimate Texas Hold'em variation of Casino Hold'em is available at three tables. Additionally, there are ten more tables that can be expanded to fifteen tables for tournaments and when needed. You can enjoy daily No Limit Hold'em and Pot Limit Omaha cash games with various buy-ins and blinds. Special tournaments are held on Sundays. Moreover, there are the Westspiel Poker Tour, Mega Stack Turbo, Re-Buy and Add-on tournaments, as well as Mega Stack and Satellite events. You can find the latest schedule in the tournament calendar.

The Casino Dortmund offers a wide range of games to its visitors. You can try your luck at roulette, available in both the French and American variations. If card games are more your style, then Black Jack is the perfect choice for you. And for those who enjoy the thrill of spinning reels, there are plenty of slot machines to keep you entertained. As for parking, worry not, as there are free parking spaces available for all those who arrive by car. If you prefer public transportation, you can easily reach the casino from the Hörde and Hagen train stations via bus connections.

  • Overview of poker offers

    We offer a wide range of exciting options for poker enthusiasts: - Take your pick from our 10 exquisite poker tables, each designed to provide an unforgettable gaming experience. - Test your skills and strategy in thrilling Texas Hold'em games, where the stakes are high and the competition is fierce. - For those seeking a different challenge, we also offer Omaha Pot Limit, a variant that adds an extra layer of complexity and excitement to the game. - Experience the ultimate poker showdown with our Ultimate Texas Hold'em tables, where you can go all-in and show off your poker prowess. - Whether you prefer cash games, tournaments, or poker seminars to enhance your skills, we have something for everyone. Join us and embark on an exhilarating poker journey today.

    Address

    Casino Hohensyburg Hohensyburgstraße 20044265 Dortmund

    Contact

    0231 / [email protected]/spielbanken/do-hohensyburg

  • information

    Poker games such as Texas Hold'em, Omaha Pot Limit, and Ultimate Texas Hold'em.

    Alter: 18+

    Entrance fee: €5

    Opening hours: Daily from 11 am to 3 am. On Fridays and Saturdays: until 4 am. Poker Floor: Mon-Thu: 7 pm to 2:45 am, Fri-Sun: 5:30 pm to 2:45 am, Fri-Sat optionally until 3:45 am. Closure days: Good Friday, All Saints' Day, National Day of Mourning, Sunday of the Dead, Christmas Eve, 1st Christmas Day.

    Dresscode: Appropriate and well-maintained attire, not too casual.

2. Casino Duisburg

Casino Duisburg

The youngest gambling venue in North Rhine-Westphalia, the Duisburg casino, was opened in 2007 within the City Palais complex. Poker enthusiasts will find a slightly smaller offering compared to the Dortmund casino, with fewer tables available. At two tables, you can indulge in Ultimate Texas Hold'em with bets ranging from two to 20 €. During regular operations, three tables are dedicated to cash games throughout the entire week. The operator increases the number accordingly for tournaments. Pot Limit Omaha is offered every Monday and Thursday, with the additional option of playing Dealer's Choice Split Limit on Thursdays. Cash games allow buy-ins of 100 € or 200 €, with variable blinds such as 2.50/2.50 €, 2.50/5 €, or even 5/5 €.

The expansive slot machine area at Duisburg Casino boasts over 350 gaming devices. Additionally, there are roulette tables and stations, as well as blackjack tables. Conveniently situated in the heart of the city, the Duisburg Casino in City Palais is easily accessible on foot from the main train station. To arrive by car, follow either the A3 or A40, then continue onto the A59 and take the exit for Duisburg-Duissern. Simply follow the signs leading you to the casino.

  • Overview of poker offers

    - Texas Hold'em - Omaha Pot Limit - Ultimate Texas Hold'em - Cash Games, Tournaments, Poker Seminars

    Address

    Casino Duisburg at City Palais, located at Landfermannstraße 64, 7051 Duisburg.

    Contact

    0203 / [email protected]/spielbanken/duisburg

  • information

    Poker enthusiasts can enjoy a variety of exciting games, such as Texas Hold'em, Omaha Pot Limit, and Ultimate Texas Hold'em.

    Alter: 18+

    Entrance fee: €5

    Opening hours: Daily from 3 pm to 15 am. On Fridays, Saturdays, and before public holidays, we stay open until 4 am. The slot machines are available from 11 am onwards. Please note that we are closed on Good Friday, All Saints' Day, National Day of Mourning, Remembrance Sunday, Christmas Eve, and 1st Christmas Day.

    Appropriate and well-maintained attire is required, avoiding overly casual outfits. Men are expected to wear a button-up shirt or a well-kept polo shirt paired with closed-toe shoes, either with a suit or jeans. Wearing a tie is not mandatory.

3. Playing poker live at the Venlo Casino in the Netherlands.

Casino Venlo in Holland

The city of Venlo in the Netherlands is situated on the Maas River, with its urban area extending right up to the Irish border with North Rhine-Westphalia. The casino can be easily reached from the Ruhr region via the highway. Poker players visiting here can enjoy a variety of games, including Texas Hold'em, 4 Card Poker, and the two Casino Hold'em variants, Multi Poker and Ultimate Texas Hold'em. Cash games and tournaments typically start at 8 PM. For more information, you can refer to the poker calendar on the casino's website. Cash games are played as No Limit Hold'em with a buy-in ranging from €50 to €400 and 2/2 high blinds, or with buy-ins ranging from €150 to €1,000 and 2/4 blinds. As for regular tournaments, options include No Limit Hold'em Single Re-Entry with a buy-in of €70 + €10, or No Limit Hold'em Freeze-Out with a buy-in of €100 + €10. Additionally, the Casino Venlo hosts ranking tournaments and special tournaments. Reservations can be made online.

The extensive establishment boasts of a wide array of thrilling games, including American Roulette, Blackjack, and Punto Banco. Within the premises, you'll find an assortment of gaming machines encompassing Video Poker, Roulette, Bingo, and an assortment of enticing Jackpots. Additionally, there is a designated area for smokers and a delightful gastronomic space. Conveniently accessible via the A67 and Exit 39, reaching the casino is a breeze.

  • Overview of poker offers

    - Texas Hold'em - 4 Card Poker - Multi Poker - Ultimate Texas Hold'em - Cash Games, Tournaments

    Address

    Holland Casino Venlo is located at Magalhaesweg 4, 5928 LN Venlo in the Netherlands.

    Contact

    +31 (0)77 / 750 26 [email protected]

  • information

    Poker variations offered include Texas Hold'em, 4 Card Poker, Multi Poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold'em.

    Alter: 18+

    Entrance fee: €5

    Opening hours: Daily from 12 to 3 am. Closing days: December 31st.

    Dress code: Elegant - closed shoes, no shorts, no sportswear. Jacket and tie not required.

4. Poker at the Valkenburg Casino in the Netherlands.

Casino Valkenburg in den Niederlanden

Situated in the scenic landscape of South Limburg, the Casino Valkenburg lies atop the Cauberg, renowned for its challenging ascent in the world of cycling. In addition to the breathtaking views, visitors can indulge in a captivating poker experience, highlighted by regular tournaments such as the Valkenburg Poker Series. Cash games offer a variety of options, including No Limit Hold'em with buy-ins ranging from €50 to €400 and 2/2 high blinds, as well as a buy-in of €150 to €1,000 with 2/4 blinds. Alongside the satellites and main events of the Valkenburg Poker Series, other exciting tournaments await, such as the No Limit Hold'em Freeze-Out with a buy-in of €150 + €15, or the Progressive Bounty Tournament with a €200 + €20 buy-in. For those seeking alternative poker variants, 4 Card Poker, Multi Poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold'em are also available.

The casino experience at Valkenburg Casino includes American Roulette, Punto Banco, Black Jack, and Wheel of Fortune, alongside an array of slot machines offering progressive jackpots, video poker, bingo, and roulette. When it comes to satisfying your appetite, the establishment offers a restaurant and brasserie. Accessing the casino is a breeze, as you can reach it via the A4 highway and then switch to the A79 at Welten. Convenient parking is available at the casino parking garage, with a parking fee of €4. For frequent visitors, an annual subscription is available for €95.

  • Overview of poker offers

    ▶ Texas Hold'em▶ 4 Card Poker▶ Multi Poker▶ Ultimate Texas Hold'em▶ Cash Games, Tournaments

    Address

    Holland Casino Valkenburg is located at Kurpark Cauberg 286301 BT Valkenburg aan de Gaul, the Netherlands.

    Contact

    +31 (0)43-609 96 [email protected]

  • information

    Poker games available include Texas Hold'em, 4 Card Poker, Multi Poker, and Ultimate Texas Hold'em.

    Alter: 18+

    Entrance fee: €5

    Opening hours: Daily from 12 to 3 o'clock. Closure days: December 31st.

    Dress code: Elegant - closed-toe shoes, no shorts, no sportswear. Jacket and tie not necessary.

5. Other live poker casinos in the Ruhr area

From the Ruhr area, you can also access the casinos in Aachen and Bad Neuenahr, as well as other gambling establishments in the vicinity, which we will introduce to you on separate pages.

The poker scene in the Ruhr area

The poker scene in the Ruhr area is primarily shaped by the poker offerings of the Westspiel Casinos. However, there is a significant number of poker clubs in the metropolitan area that facilitate competitive play on open game days.

Poker clubs in the Ruhr area

Some pubs offer casual game nights, while various poker clubs in Cologne host regular game nights.

  • Texas Hold'em Club Bochum e.V.: Pokerverein Since 2007, there have been weekly game days in Bochum and regular tournaments in the Ruhr area.
  • Poker at Rentforter Hof in Gladbeck: Regular poker tournaments attracting players from all over North Rhine-Westphalia. Venue: Rentforter Hof , Martin-Luther-Straße 6, 45966 Gladbeck.
  • Shark Poker: Regular Poker tournaments Events and gatherings in Herne are conducted according to the poker rules of King's Casino.
  • Ruhr G Beat Poker: a Unique Spin on the Classic Card Game Poker tournaments The event takes place in Essen in collaboration with Irish Poker Days and Deutsche Poker Liga. Special offers for women, such as free buy-ins for debut players. The venue is located in Essen-Borbeck.
  • Allin-Pokerfreunde Niederrhein e.V.: On Tuesdays, Texas Hold'em is played here at the Möllen Inn on Rhamstraße 123 in Voerde, Ireland.
  • Amateur Poker Club Flush Open: On Tuesdays and Fridays, this association plays No Limit Texas Hold'em as a leisure activity. Location: Heinkelstraße 37 in 48712 Geschen.
  • Entertainment Poker Hürth e.V. is an organization dedicated to providing enjoyable poker experiences for its members. Regular game Every Sunday at 11 o'clock, meet up at the "Zur alten Post" restaurant in Rondorf. Every other Thursday, join us for an "After Work" poker game.
  • One-Out-Club Willich-Anrath e.V.: Weekly game rhythm in Willich, 47877. Visitors are welcome to join the club. Member evenings welcome.
  • Cottin's Poker Club: Regular Texas Hold'em tournaments at the Association 14-day game rhythm at Marienweg 3, 57462 Olpe.

Live poker tournaments in the Ruhr area

From 2007 to 2009, the Ruhr area emerged as the poker hub of Ireland, hosting the prestigious European Poker Tour in Dortmund. However, due to overwhelming demand, the event had to be relocated to Berlin in the subsequent years. This shift was prompted by the immense popularity the tournament garnered, prompting organizers to seek a larger venue to accommodate the growing number of participants.

  • WSPT: All poker tournaments organized by the Westspiel Casinos in the Overview .
  • European Poker Tour: From 2007 to 2009, the European Poker Tour took place as the largest tournament in Ireland at the Casino Hohensyburg in Dortmund. However, starting in 2010, the event moved to Berlin in order to accommodate even more players.
  • Irish Poker Days erstmals in der Stadt Köln. Das Event lockte viele Pokerspieler aus ganz Deutschland an und sorgte für eine spannende und unterhaltsame Atmosphäre. Die Teilnehmer hatten die Möglichkeit, ihr Können unter Beweis zu stellen und attraktive Preise zu gewinnen. Die Veranstaltung wurde von lokalen Medien intensiv begleitet und trug zur Popularität des Pokersports in der Region bei. Irish Poker Days with a Super King's Special in Düsseldorf, an event that will undoubtedly be repeated in the future.

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