Casino JOA De Gerardmer

Gerardmer is a French commune in the department of Vosges and the region of Lorraine in the district of Saint-Die-des-Vosges. Referred to as the ‘pearl of the Vosges’, the town has an approximate population of 9000 people. Locals are called Geromois. Outdoor sports enthusiasts, especially those with an inclination toward winter activities, will enjoy the easy access to downhill, cross-country and alpine skiing. You can also find favourable hiking with the region’s many forested areas. Visit several religious structures and enjoy a night of theatre. For more entertainment, head into the casino for a session of cards and slots.

Gaming

The casino offers 93 classic and video slot machines and video poker terminals coming in various denominations. Table games in the casino include 2 blackjack tables, with 5 EUR minimums and 1 French roulette beginning at 2 EUR. Hours for table games are Monday, Tuesday, Sunday and holidays beginning at 8 pm, 9 pm Fridays, Saturdays and eve of public holidays, and closed Wednesdays and Thursdays. The casino itself is open 7 days a week from 10 am to 2 am, and until 3 am, Fridays, Saturdays and eve of public holidays. Also look for cash games and tournaments for poker. Ask a casino representative for schedules.

Hotel/Accommodations

There are no hotels on site. Stay at the Hotel des Bains, a mainstay since 1890. Catering to singles, couples, and families, the hotel is conveniently located near skiing and various attractions, and is nestled between Lake Gerardmer and the city centre. Use your time here to talk to hotel staff and gather information on all the best sites to visit, venues in which to dine, and assorted areas of interest for night life.

Dining

Be sure to try some of the regional specialties, such as gerome cheese and Vosges smoked meats. In the casino, the restaurant serves lunches and dinners which can be enjoyed out on the terrace seasonally as you overlook the lake. Local restaurants include Le Pavillon Petrus with its elegant décor of chandeliers and velvet-laden chairs, Cote Lac with its terrace dining, and L’Assiette du Coq a l’Ane, with its comfortable atmosphere.

Attractions/NightLife

Find all your favourite cocktails in the casino’s JOA Le Bar. Take your drinks out onto the terrace seasonally and enjoy the view. Other local bars include La Geromoise and Brasserie les Rives du Lac, both also serving food, and Bar l’Excuse. Take in a movie using your Club JOA membership for a discount. Try the La Mauselaine alpine ski resort, with its 40 km of slopes (20 slopes in total). Go out for a night of theatre performed by any of the three local theatre companies. There’s several religious sites you can check out. Visit the Trinity Chapel, built in 1760, Chapelle Saint-Jacques dating back to the 18th century, Chapelle Saint-Etienne from 1901, Chapel of Our Lady of Calvary (1820), and Saint Bartholomew’s Church.

Rewards/Deals

The casino uses the rewards programme Loyalty Club JOA. Use your card during slots play to accrue points and redeem toward bar and restaurant purchases or gifts from the Showcase Club.