Lotto 6aus49

What is Lotto 6aus49

• The most popular lottery in Germany, operated by Deutscher Lotto- und Totoblock (DLTB).

• Introduced in 1955, making it one of the longest-running lotteries in Europe.

• Known for its “6 out of 49” format, which inspired many other lotteries worldwide.

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How to play

• The ticket has 49 numbers (1 to 49).

• Players choose 6 numbers.

• In addition, a Superzahl (Super Number, 0–9) is drawn, which influences the jackpot.

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Prize categories

There are 9 prize tiers:

1. Jackpot (6 + Superzahl) → main prize.

2. 6 numbers.

3. 5 numbers + Superzahl.

4. 5 numbers.

5. 4 numbers + Superzahl.

6. 4 numbers.

7. 3 numbers + Superzahl.

8. 3 numbers.

9. 2 numbers + Superzahl.

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Odds

• Jackpot (6 + Superzahl) → 1 in 139,838,160.

• 6 numbers → 1 in 15,537,573.

• 5 + Superzahl → 1 in 542,008.

• 5 numbers → 1 in 60,223.

• 2 + Superzahl (minimum prize) → 1 in 76.

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Draws

• Held twice per week: Wednesdays and Saturdays.

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Prizes

• Minimum jackpot starts at €1 million (Wednesdays) and €3 million (Saturdays).

• Jackpots can roll over and exceed €40 million.

• The record jackpot is €45 million (won in 2007).