Lotto reports impressive record figures in the 2024 annual review

Lotto is the Germans' favorite game of chance, that much is certain. However, the figures that have now come out with the German Lotto and Totoblock's annual report for 2024 may have impressed even those responsible at the association. The official report speaks of a "strong year for luck". "193 million winnings in Germany - on average a new millionaire every other day": and that is just one of the many exciting facts that the review provides.
What would the Germans be without their lottery? Decades ago, families would gather in front of their TV sets for the weekly 6aus49 draws. The game celebrates its 70th anniversary in 2025 and, according to the latest data, is still the strongest product of the German Lotto and Totoblock (DLTB). The lottery fairies and regular visits to the retail outlets, which often included a scratch card for the little ones, have shaped entire generations. Incidentally, we recently asked ourselves whether scratch cards are worthwhile.
The official press release directly reveals three top figures that may have astonished not only the typical lottery fan, but even those within the industry - from acceptance staff to management at the DLTB:
- "193 million winnings in Germany - on average a new millionaire every other day" (in 2022, by the way, a total of 187 millionaires were recorded through Lotto)
- "Record year: 8.56 billion euros in stakes across all channels and products"
- "3.42 billion euros for the common good"
Around these facts, there are some other impressive data that we would like to take a closer look at below.
Long jackpot phases are said to have contributed significantly to the record year
The year 2024 has clearly put German lottery players in a great mood: With over €8.56 billion in stakes, the DLTB achieved its best result since it was founded. By comparison, this corresponds to an increase of around 4.4 percent compared to the previous year.
We have just reported that in 2023, a whopping 1.77 billion euros in taxes were collected across Germany via the usual lotteries - an increase of 5.8 percent compared to 2022: however, the Federal Statistical Office, which provided these figures, also announced a worrying 38 percent drop in revenue from licensed online slots.
The EuroJackpot was particularly involved in this high (we also reported in December that the 120 million Jack pot has still not been awarded). So it is hardly surprising that this multi-state lottery with a stake of €2.6 billion also came in second place among the most popular lottery offerings in 2024. However, LOTTO 6aus49 remains the absolute frontrunner with an immense €3.5 billion bet.
Even though Lotto is celebrating a proud anniversary as an absolute classic game of chance in 2025, the record figures prove it: It remains a phenomenon - somehow timeless and always good for surprises.
Online Lotto is booming, but local sales outlets remain important
The lottery has of course long since arrived in the digital age. As the annual results make clear, more and more players are taking advantage of the convenient and secure online services offered by the state lottery companies. Whether via regional websites, practical apps or the central service portal Lotto.de: In 2024, more than 1.4 billion euros in stakes were generated via these channels - an impressive increase of 17.3 percent compared to the previous year. Incidentally, Lotto Hessen came out as the best online lottery provider in Germany in a test conducted by Chip.de around a year ago.
- Retail outlets as meeting points: In the kiosk around the corner, at the petrol station or in the supermarket - many players appreciate the personal contact and the ritual (possibly passed down through generations) of handing in their ticket on the spot.
- Social proximity with special sales opportunities: regular customers are often known to local staff, along with their stories and concerns. According to the DLTB, these local employees are therefore more than just service providers, they are also real "lottery ambassadors". They strengthen the personal contact between providers and customers. Of course, this can also ultimately support sales - although those responsible do not say this directly.
In autumn 2024, a new lottery millionaire from Lower Franconia made a very personal statement.
Billions for the community
In its review of the year, the DLTB emphasizes that the taxes and levies from the 2024 stakes were and are able to support countless projects that benefit the general public.
The funds are primarily used in the following areas.
- Sport: Numerous clubs and youth projects benefit from the funding and keep the local sports culture alive.
- Environmental protection: Initiatives for renaturation, forest protection and the promotion of renewable energies are also supported.
- Art and culture: From theater festivals to the restoration of historic buildings - cultural workers and monument protection projects receive much-needed funding.
- Welfare: Organizations that look after disadvantaged groups can expand their services thanks to the support.
- Sponsoring: In addition to the direct allocation of funds, the state lottery companies also run a wide range of sponsoring cooperations that further strengthen cultural, environmental and sports projects.
Source of the image: Screenshot from https://www.lotto.de/ueber/neuigkeiten/allgemein/2025/2025-01-03
Central text source: https://www.lotto.de/ueber/neuigkeiten/allgemein/2025/2025-01-03
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