Poker EM Velden

35 POKER EUROPEAN POKER CHAMPIONSHIP

Poker EM 2026 – The legend lives on in Velden!

Since its inception in 1990, the European Poker Championship has thrilled poker fans from all over Europe. Since 1995, this prestigious tournament has been organized exclusively by Casinos Austria – a guarantee of the highest quality, excitement, and tournament culture.

And since 2015, the Poker European Championship has found its perfect home at Casino Velden: between the flair of Lake Wörthersee, an international audience, and poker at the highest level.

In 2026, another unforgettable poker festival awaits you – be there when history is made!

From July 14 to 26, 2026, at Casino Velden on Lake Wörthersee.

At the 35th Casinos Austria European Poker Championship, numerous participants from all over the world can look forward to 25 exciting tournaments at 45 tables and special highlights around Lake Wörthersee. Ten European Poker Championship titles will be up for grabs:

Seven Card Stud
Omaha Championship
Ladies Championship
High Roller Championship
Poker EM Main Event Championship
Mystery Bounty Championship
NLH 6-handed European Championship
NLH Showdown at Lake Wörthersee
NLH Senior European Championship
PL Omaha High Roller European Championship

Playing time:
Tournaments that are not finished by 4:00 a.m. will continue the next day.

Cash Game:
Daily from 3:00 p.m. to 4:00 a.m.

Kontakt:
E-Mail: poker.velden@casinos.at
Tel.: +43 (0) 4274 2064 (10:00 - 17:00)

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GET YOUR POKER EM TICKET NOW

Buy your Poker EM tournament ticket now:

on-site at one of our 12 casinos
via the Casinos Austria Service Center, Tel. +43(1) 53440 50, service@casinos.at or
at our online shop:

Buy Poker EM Tickets here

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HIGHLIGHTS AT WÖRTHERSEE

HIGHLIGHTS AT POKER EM

2026 will be an absolute highlight year – and you should definitely be there!
For the first time, ten coveted titles await you. Particularly noteworthy: the NLH Senior European Championship, which will celebrate its grand debut in 2026! A unique event for all poker sharks – for the first time, exclusive, and absolutely worth another title.

And that's not all: there's another title up for grabs at the PL Omaha High Roller European Championship.

More titles, more action, more prestige – 2026 is going to be huge!

In addition, the popular trips on our in-house motorboat for all poker players will not be missing this year. Please reserve a trip in good time, as experience has shown that the dates fill up quickly.

You will also be spoiled with culinary delights during the European Poker Championship. The ever-popular Carinthian Brettljause and grilled pig will once again provide you with plenty of sustenance during the European Poker Championships.

Save the date: Following last year's successful launch, we are once again offering you the chance to take part in a boccia tournament on July 16, with fantastic tournament tickets to be won!

Casino Velden Seeterrasse mit Poker EM Flaggen

Poker EM Championships

Limit Seven Card Stud European Championship
PL Omaha European Championship
NLH Ladies European Championship
NLH High Roller European Championship
NLH European Poker Championship Main Event
NLH Mystery Bounty Championship
NLH 6-Handed European Championship
NLH Showdown am Wörthersee
NLH Senior European Championship
PL Omaha High Roller European Championship

Boccia Tournament

All poker players have the chance to win tournament tickets at the Boccia Tournament on July 16. T

Whether you're a Boccia pro or a beginner – everyone is welcome! We play in teams of two. Please let us know your preferred partner when registering; otherwise, we will assign one for you. Come by, enjoy the summery atmosphere at Lake Wörthersee, and secure your chance for a spot at the poker highlights of the European Championship. We look forward to an exciting Boccia tournament with you!

Gemischte Jausenplatten mit Wurst und Käse

CULINARY

The traditional Spanferkel dinner and the Carinthian Brettljaus'n are just as much a part of it as the offer of the casino restaurant DIE YACHT, which has been awarded two Gault & Millau toques.

MOTORBOAT

Guests of the Poker EM can look forward to an entertaining trip with our Poker EM motorboat. Appointments can be made from 14 July at Tel. +43 (0)4274 2064 115 from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

We ask for your understanding that each guest can only book one trip on the motorboat during the European Poker Championship.

POKER EM SHUTTLE SERVICE

For all European Poker Championship players we offer our exclusive shuttle service. Two high-quality cars from Drive Wiegele & Autohaus Velden are at your disposal with professional drivers and will take you from your accommodation to the European Poker Championships and back again in the area of Klagenfurt and Villach.

HOTEL RECOMMENDATION

There are numerous attractive accommodations in the Wörthersee region.
We recommend our hotel partners Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden, CasinoHotel Velden, Hotel Post Velden, Vitalhotel Marienhof, and Hotel Garni Wurzer. Book your desired hotel for the Poker EM in good time.

Exclusive offer:
Our Casino Hotel has an exclusive offer for poker players: from July 14 to 26, 2026, book 7 nights or more and get 10% off the room price, or book 14 nights or more and get 20% off. Book and make inquiries at casinohotel.at.

See all rooms in the region at woerthersee.com.

Schlosshotel Velden*****

The unique location between lake and mountains, the contrast between modern architecture and historical grandeur, the range of diverse interests, from peace and quiet and targeted relaxation in the spa to lively hustle and bustle and cultural happenings - at the Falkensteiner Schlosshotel Velden you can consciously enjoy life with all your senses.

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Vitalhotel Marienhof****

The 4-star hotel above Velden am Wörthersee is a real green jewel. 11,000 m² of garden space for all those who like it wide and free: with a spacious pool, heavenly relaxation areas, natural pond and much more. The perfect retreat with a view of the Karawanken.

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CasinoHotel Velden****

You couldn't book a more central room in the lifestyle hotspot on Lake Wörthersee - the hotel is located in the middle of the promenade and offers 41 spacious rooms in two buildings. As a guest of the CasinoHotel Velden, you not only enjoy private beach access, but also a small wellness area with sauna, infrared cabin, steam bath and much more.

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Hotel Garni Wurzer***

Here you can enjoy unforgettable days in the charming hotel, which not only offers comfortable rooms and apartments, but also an inviting pool. Surrounded by the breathtaking nature of Lake Wörthersee and the majestic Karawanken mountains, the hotel is perfect for any vacation.

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Hotel Post Velden****

In a prime location in Velden am Wörthersee, just a few minutes' walk from Casino Velden and right on the promenade and shopping mile, everything revolves around the finer things in life. Equipped with modern rooms, a spacious wellness area and access to its own lido.

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Hotel Marko

In a quiet location above Lake Wörthersee, Hotel Marko invites you to enjoy a carefree vacation in one of the most beautiful regions in Carinthia in both summer and winter. Here you can enjoy comfortable, modern rooms & suites and relax in the wellness area with a view of the Karawanken mountains.

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