The World Series of Poker Europe is moving to Paris.
The 7th WSOPE will be held in Casino Barrière Enghien-les-Bains, France’s oldest casino, from October 11-24, 2013, tournament vice president of communications Seth Palansky announced today.
The resort, nestled in the affluent suburb of Enghein-les Bains, less than 10 miles from The City of Light, has undergone recent renovations that include a 500-seat theater for televised final tables, a spa and wellness complex.
“Part of our vision for WSOP Europe is to mix poker and pleasure – and introduce players to some of the most exciting destinations in Europe,” said WSOP Executive Director Ty Stewart. “Barrière’s facilities in Enghien are amazing and there are likely 12 million Parisians all trying to make sure “Phillipe” Hellmuth doesn’t win another bracelet on French soil. With our ideal dates scheduled to avoid conflicts for traveling players, expanded TV coverage and qualifiers planned, we expect to be back in record-setting mode in 2013.”
Palansky said the event “promises to be the most comfortable and conducive set up for poker players in the WSOPE’s seven-year history.”
The entire schedule of the event, hosted by BarrierePoker.fr, has yet to be finalized, but tournament officials expect at least 7 bracelet events, along with a high-rollers tournament, several satellites and the €10,000 Main Event.
Player rates at the Grand Hotel Barrière, the Hotel du Lac and additional hotels in the greater Paris area are expected to be posted on WSOP.com.
The previous two WSOPE’s were held in Cannes, France, while from 2007-10, WSOPE was held in London.
From the Gare du Nord (North Station) in Paris, players can reach Enghien-les-Bains by train in just 10 minutes. Gare du Nord connects to the Paris metro service, and also runs trains to Belgium, Netherlands, Germany and the United Kingdom, including Chunnel service to London.
