Online Poker Hotspots in France: Which Regions Bluff the Most?
Which French regions are most passionate about online poker? Data from the Autorité Nationale des Jeux (ANJ) reveals some surprising trends. Let’s delve into the areas where the virtual felt is particularly popular.
Key Findings on French Poker Players:
- Corsica leads the way: An impressive 3.8% of adult Corsicans play online poker.
- Pas-de-Calais, Bouches-du-Rhône, and Alpes-Maritimes round out the top four regions for poker participation.
- In terms of sheer player numbers, Nord, Bouches-du-Rhône, and Paris dominate the online poker landscape.
Where can you find the biggest online poker enthusiasts in France? The ANJ’s data on player distribution highlights certain regions that are more drawn to the game. Analyzing player density reveals regional trends, with Corsica, Nord, and the Côte d’Azur standing out. Let’s explore the reasons behind this.
Online Poker: The Regions Where It’s Most Popular
While sports betting and horse racing often grab headlines, online poker remains a popular pastime for many French citizens. According to the latest ANJ data, some regions are particularly active. From the Mediterranean island of Corsica to the Côte d’Azur and the northern region of Nord, digital card games have found their strongholds.
Corsica Goes All-In on Poker
With 3.8% of its adult population playing online poker, Corsica takes the top spot nationally in terms of player density. This figure might seem surprising, but it reflects a genuine local enthusiasm for the card game.
North and South Neck and Neck
Following Corsica, we find Pas-de-Calais with 3.6%, and two southern regions: Bouches-du-Rhône and Alpes-Maritimes, both at 3.5%. The popularity of poker clearly spans France from south to north!
The top 4 French regions most keen on poker, ranked by player density (ANJ, August 2024):
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