Denmark Lotto โ How to Play & Prize Rules
๐ฉ๐ฐ DenmarkUpdated: 20 Apr 2026
Game Overview
CountryDenmark
OperatorDanske Spil
Draw DaySaturday
Draw Time20:00 (Denmark Time)
Ticket PriceAbout DKK 20 per row
Lotto is Denmark's most popular numbers game, operated by Danske Spil. Players choose 7 numbers from 1 to 36. After the main draw, one bonus number is drawn from the remaining 29 numbers. There are 5 prize tiers, from the jackpot (7 matched numbers) down to tier 5 (4 matched numbers). The draw is held every Saturday at 20:00. Winnings from Danske Spil games are tax-free in Denmark.
Prize Tiers: Winning Conditions & Odds
| Tier | Winning Condition | Odds |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Match 7 numbers | 1/8 347 680 |
| 2 | Match 6 numbers + bonus number | 1/1 192 526 |
| 3 | Match 6 numbers (no bonus) | 1/42 590 |
| 4 | Match 5 numbers | 1/979 |
| 5 | Match 4 numbers | 1/65 |
Exclude Numbers & Combination Check
Main Numbers ยท 1-36
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How to Buy
A Lotto row costs about DKK 20. You can buy tickets from retailers or online via Danske Spil.
RetailAvailable at gas stations, kiosks, and other authorized retailers across Denmark. Age limit: 18.
OnlineAvailable via `danskespil.dk` or the Danske Spil app. Registration and residence in Denmark are required. 18+ only.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the bonus number in Lotto?โพ
After the 7 main numbers are drawn, one bonus number is selected from the remaining 29 numbers. The bonus number is used only for tier 2: if you match 6 main numbers and the bonus number, you win tier 2.
What happens to the jackpot if nobody wins?โพ
The jackpot rolls over to the next Saturday if nobody wins. There is no fixed public cap. If it grows exceptionally high, Danske Spil may apply a must-go rule and redistribute to lower tiers.
Are Lotto winnings taxable in Denmark?โพ
No. Winnings from Danske Spil games, including Lotto, are tax-free in Denmark, including jackpots worth millions of kroner.
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