Paris, February 11, 2026 — Paris is solidifying its position as a premier poker destination in France, and in 2026, the city’s vibrant cash game scene is booming with the return of major international events like the EPT Paris this February.
A Capital Game: Paris’s Poker Scene Heats Up
The City of Lights is becoming a hotspot for both casual players and high-stakes professionals, offering a range of venues and experiences.
- Club Pierre Charron has been named the capital’s top poker club for the fourth consecutive year.
- Club Barrière Paris offers a premium, elegant poker experience on the Champs-Élysées.
- The Paris Elysées Club provides a comfortable, high-stakes environment near the Champs-Élysées.
- Club Circus Paris delivers a casino-like atmosphere with accessible cash games.
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, Paris now offers several leading locations to play in high-level environments. The city’s poker scene isn’t just about attracting tourists; it’s built a stable, thriving community supported by licensed gaming clubs and a packed calendar of events.
Club Pierre Charron, the Capital’s Top Club for the Fourth Consecutive Year*
Located in the heart of the Golden Triangle, just a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées, Club Pierre Charron has quickly become a go-to destination for cash game enthusiasts. Opened in 2020, this elegant venue is among the few licensed to operate in Paris and stands out as the busiest poker room in the capital.
With 14 tables dedicated to the Cash Game, the club offers a wide variety of options: Texas Hold’em No Limit and Pot Limit Omaha (4 cards) tables with limits ranging from 1€/2€ up to 50€/100€. This caters to both casual players and experienced professionals seeking a challenging game.
Founded by a poker enthusiast and winner of the WPT National Paris 2012, the club was designed to provide an optimal gaming experience. All tables are equipped with automatic mixers and RFID tokens and tables, ensuring more hands played, smoother games, and automatic pot calculation. Players can consult open tables and waiting lists in real time on the website and in the room, and receive SMS notifications when a seat becomes available. The club also pioneered the acceptance of over 70 digital assets for token purchases.
More than just a gaming club, Club Pierre Charron offers a lifestyle experience, complete with a bar, cigar smoke room, library, and high-level catering.
Practical information
62, rue Pierre Charron – 75008 Paris
Open every day, from 12.30 to 6.30 in the morning
Free entry by presenting an identity document (+18)
Parking, cloakroom, Wi-Fi, smoking room, bar and restaurant
*Ministry of the Interior
Club Barrière Paris, Poker in the Name of Elegance
Located on the Champs-Élysées, Club Barrière Paris provides a premium poker experience. Cash games are offered in Texas Hold’em and Omaha, with limits starting from 2€/4, moving up to 5€/5 and 5€/10. High-stakes players can enjoy a VIP room where games reach up to 50€/50€.
Club Pierre Charron utilizes RFID technology at all tables and cash registers, ensuring immediate calculation of payouts and transparent transactions. The club’s website also provides real-time updates on player influx, aiding in session planning.
Practical information
104 avenue des Champs-Élysées – 75008 Paris
Open every day from 1pm to 6am
Free entry with identity verification (+18 years)
Telephone: 01 76 21 20 00
Location of Club Barrière
The Paris Elysées Club, an Oasis of Comfort
The Paris Elysées Club attracts players seeking thrilling games and strategic challenges every evening. Known for its high-stakes tables – 5€/5€, 5€/10€ and 10€/20€ – the venue offers Texas Hold’em tournaments starting from 17h every day of the week.
Located near the Champs-Élysées on via Marbeuf, the club emphasizes a refined atmosphere and high-quality comfort. The stations are equipped with RFID technology, ensuring immediate card reading and a cutting-edge, fluid, and safe gaming experience.
Open late into the night, the Paris Elysées Club is a key destination for live poker in Paris, attracting both regulars and newcomers.
Paris Elysées Club
32-34 rue Marbeuf – 75008 Paris
Open every day from 17:00 to 06:00
www.pariselyseesclub.com
Club Circus Paris, the Casino Atmosphere in the Heart of West Paris
Located in the 16th arrondissement, near the Parc des Princes, Club Circus Paris offers a casino-like atmosphere. The club offers a range of accessible Cash Games, with tables open from a €100 minimum stack, and is famous for its tournaments.
The facility attracts a diverse clientele, from regular players to those new to live poker. A VIP area is also available for higher-stakes games, providing a more private experience.
Practical indications
37-39 boulevard Murat – 75116 Paris
Open every day from 1pm to 5.30am
www.clubcircus.fr
