Grand Casino Baden
Aargau
Grand Casino Baden operates within the Kursaal, a historic and protected building located in Baden, Switzerland. The Kursaal was constructed in 1875, designed by architect Robert Moser, and has been a key social hub in the spa town of Baden. Since 2002, the Kursaal has been home to the Grand Casino Baden, one of only eight Swiss casinos with an A-license allowing unlimited table games and slot machines. The casino offers classic games such as American Roulette, Baccarat, Black Jack, French Roulette, Poker, and Punto Banco, alongside over 300 slot machines spread across two gaming floors. The casino is also renowned for its frequent poker tournaments. The Kursaal building itself is a two-story structure with a hipped roof and modest historicist style, featuring modern glass additions that complement its original architecture. The casino balances entertainment with social responsibility, collaborating on programs to identify and prevent problematic gambling. It also pioneered Switzerland's first legal online casino in 2019, expanding its gaming reach beyond the physical venue.
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Tip: Visitors should plan their visit from Sunday to Thursday between 11:00 AM and 4:00 AM, and from Friday to Saturday until 5:00 AM. Table games start daily at 3:00 PM. It is advisable to bring a valid ID and be at least 18 years old. Advance ticket purchase is generally not required, but checking special event schedules or poker tournament dates on the official website is recommended. The casino offers various gaming options suitable for both casual players and enthusiasts. Consider visiting during weekdays for a less crowded experience.
Interesting facts
- •Grand Casino Baden is one of only eight Swiss casinos holding an A-license, permitting unlimited stakes on table games and slot machines.
- •The Kursaal building was originally designed by Robert Moser in 1875 after a costly proposal by Gottfried Semper was rejected.
- •The casino operates nearly 310 slot machines with 76 different games, including video, poker, roulette, and bingo machines.
- •Grand Casino Baden holds frequent poker tournaments, attracting players from across Switzerland.
- •In 2019, it launched 'JackPots,' Switzerland's first legal online casino platform.
- •The casino collaborates with the Lucerne University of Applied Sciences to implement 'Careplay,' a social program to detect and prevent problematic gambling behavior.
History
The Kursaal building was constructed in 1875 following an architectural competition won by Robert Moser, after earlier plans by Gottfried Semper were rejected due to cost.
Initially intended as a social and spa venue, the Kursaal became a central cultural site in Baden.
After financial difficulties in its early years, the city acquired and leased the property.
The building underwent significant renovations in the 1930s and again in the 1980s to restore its historic character.
Since 2002, the Kursaal has housed the Grand Casino Baden, which has played a prominent role in Swiss gaming culture, including launching the country's first legal online casino in 2019.
Place Guide
Kursaal Main Hall1875
The central hall of the Kursaal, historically used for social gatherings and events, now serves as part of the casino's gaming and event space. It reflects the 19th-century historicist architectural style.
Gaming Floors
Two levels of gaming space hosting over 300 slot machines and multiple table games including American Roulette, Baccarat, Black Jack, French Roulette, Poker, and Punto Banco.
Poker Tournament Area
Dedicated space for the casino's well-known and frequent poker tournaments, attracting both amateur and professional players.
Contact
Phone: 056 204 07 07
