Lotto 6aus49 — How to Play & Prize Rules
🇩🇪 GermanyUpdated: 20 Apr 2026
Game overview
CountryGermany
OperatorGerman Lotto and Totoblock
Draw DaysWednesday & Saturday
Draw TimeWed 18:25 / Sat 19:25
Ticket Price€1.20 per play
Lotto 6aus49 is Germany's most popular lottery and has been offered since 1955. Players choose 6 numbers from 1 to 49 plus a Super Number from 0 to 9. The game has 9 prize tiers, from tier 1 (jackpot: 6+Super Number) to tier 9 (2+Super Number). The Super Number is based on the last digit of your ticket and is assigned automatically. The jackpot starts at at least €1 million and rolls over when not won.
Prize Tiers: Winning Conditions & Odds
| Tier | Winning Condition | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 6 correct + super number | 1/139.838.160 |
| 2 | 6 correct numbers (without super number) | 1/15.537.573 |
| 3 | 5 correct + super number | 1/542.008 |
| 4 | 5 correct numbers (without super number) | 1/60.223 |
| 5 | 4 correct + super number | 1/10.324 |
| 6 | 4 correct numbers (without super number) | 1/1.147 |
| 7 | 3 correct + super number | 1/566 |
| 8 | 3 correct numbers (without super number) | 1/63 |
| 9 | 2 correct + super number | 1/76 |
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Main Numbers · 1-49
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How to Buy
One Lotto 6aus49 play costs €1.20 plus processing fees. A standard ticket includes 6 play fields.
RetailAvailable at more than 26,000 authorized LOTTO outlets across Germany, including gas stations, supermarkets, kiosks, and stationery stores. Minimum age: 18.
OnlineAvailable via official websites/apps of state lottery companies and `lotto.de`. Registration and residence in Germany are required.
Subscription PlayWith subscription play, you can automatically enter the same numbers for multiple weeks. Typical terms range from 4 to 52 weeks.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long do I have to collect my winnings?▾
Lottery winnings can be claimed within 4 years from the draw date. Smaller prizes can be redeemed at retail points, while larger amounts are paid by state lottery providers or bank transfer.
Are lottery winnings taxable in Germany?▾
Lottery winnings in Germany are tax-free regardless of amount. There is no income tax on the prize itself, but income generated from investing those winnings is taxable.
What is the highest jackpot in the history of Lotto 6aus49?▾
The highest Lotto 6aus49 jackpot in Germany was €45.4 million, reached in October 2020. Jackpots can build over multiple draws when not won.
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