bet365
🇩🇪 Germany
Neukundenangebot
New-customer offer in Germany. Terms apply.
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
🇩🇪 Europe & UK · Updated November 2026
Best betting sites in Germany
Germany's regulated market is dominated by Tipico, bwin, bet365 and Betano. The 5.3% betting tax and the cross-operator deposit limit make it different from other European markets.
Germany bookmakers ranked
5 licensed bookmakers, ranked by our weighted rating.
1. bet365
The world's biggest online bookmaker
bet365
The world's biggest online bookmakerOfferNeukundenangebot
- Live betting
- Live streaming
- Cash out
- Bet builder
2. Betano
European heavyweight with sharp football odds
Betano
European heavyweight with sharp football oddsOfferWelcome bonus on first deposit
- Live betting
- Live streaming
- Cash out
- Bet builder
3. Tipico
Germany's market-leading sportsbook
Tipico
Germany's market-leading sportsbookOffer100% first deposit bonus
- Live betting
- Cash out
- Bet builder
- iOS app
4. bwin
Football-focused European sportsbook
bwin
Football-focused European sportsbookOfferNeukundenbonus
- Live betting
- Live streaming
- Cash out
- Bet builder
5. Winamax
Poker giant's sportsbook with no-wagering free bets and MyMatch bet builder
Winamax
Poker giant's sportsbook with no-wagering free bets and MyMatch bet builderOfferFirst deposit doubled in free bets up to €100
- Live betting
- Live streaming
- Cash out
- Bet builder
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
Sports betting in Germany: what you need to know
We compare German bookmakers on tax handling (tax-free bets are a big selling point), Bundesliga odds and app quality.
Online sports betting is legal in Germany with a licence from the Joint Gambling Authority of the German States (GGL) under the Interstate Treaty on Gambling 2021. Players are subject to a cross-operator €1,000 monthly deposit limit by default and the OASIS self-exclusion system.
Welcome offers in Germany
Betano
🇩🇪 Germany
Welcome bonus on first deposit
New customers in Germany can claim a first deposit bonus. Terms apply.
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
Tipico
🇩🇪 Germany
100% first deposit bonus
First deposit matched up to the advertised maximum. Terms apply.
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
bwin
🇩🇪 Germany
Neukundenbonus
First deposit bonus for new German customers. Terms apply.
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
Winamax
🇩🇪 Germany
First deposit doubled in free bets up to €100
Free bets have no wagering requirement; to withdraw, bet your deposit once (up to €100) at odds of 1.05+.
18+. T&Cs apply. Offers change often — always confirm the latest terms on the operator's site. Gamble responsibly.
Features compared
Tips for betting in Germany
- Look for 'steuerfrei' (tax-free) betting to avoid the 5.3% deduction.
- Only use sites on the GGL whitelist.
Popular payment methods
PayPal, Visa / Mastercard, Klarna / Sofort, Paysafecard, Bank transfer.
Most popular sports
Football (Bundesliga, 2. Bundesliga, DFB-Pokal), Tennis, Handball, Ice hockey.
Head-to-head comparisons
Frequently asked questions
Is sports betting legal in Germany?
Yes, with operators on the GGL's whitelist of licensed providers. You must be 18 or older.
What is the best betting site in Germany?
Based on our ratings, bet365 is currently the top-rated bookmaker in Germany with a score of 8.9/10. The best choice depends on what you value — compare odds, bonuses and payment options in the table above.
How many licensed bookmakers do you compare in Germany?
We currently compare 5 bookmakers operating in Germany: bet365, Betano, Tipico, bwin, Winamax.