The regulated betting market in Spain in 2025 explained by Altenar

Spain’s regulated online gambling market showed robust performance in 2024, with Gross Gaming Revenue (GGR) reaching €1.454 billion, a 17.6 % increase year‑on‑year, and significant rises in deposits and withdrawals, signaling growing player activity and sector dynamism.

Market Highlights and Player Trends

Market composition: Online casino remains the largest segment at roughly 50 % of GGR, followed by sports betting at nearly 42 %, with poker and bingo making up smaller shares.

Player growth: The number of active online players increased by over 20 %, nearing 2 million, with most users aged 18–45.

Sports betting expansion: Sports wagering, especially in‑play and pre‑match markets, has gained momentum, reflecting changing player behaviors and opportunities for operators to offer diverse odds and live features.

These trends suggest a competitive yet expanding environment where operators must balance casino and sportsbook offerings to maximise engagement.

Player analysis

Active players: 1,991,550 - increase of 21.63% year on year

Gender: 83.15% male, 16.85% female

Age breakdown: 85.7% aged 18-45

Monthly average of new accounts: 151,898 - annual increase of 34.73%

Average annual spend per active player: €706 (€740 male/€538 female)

Busiest period for deposits: 7-8pm

Busiest period for withdrawals: 10-11pm

Opportunities for Operators and the Role of Altenar

While Spain’s online gambling market is still partly dominated by land‑based play compared with other European countries, there is significant potential for online and mobile growth as more bettors migrate to digital platforms.

This growing opportunity aligns with the capabilities of Altenar, a sportsbook and iGaming software provider expanding its presence in Spain. Altenar recently secured partnerships — such as providing its premium sportsbook to Casino Gran Madrid — demonstrating its technology’s appeal to major operators in this evolving market.

With innovative sportsbook solutions, mobile‑ready platforms, and extensive data tools, Altenar is well‑positioned to help operators capitalise on Spain’s regulated market growth, cater to rising demand for live betting and diverse sports, and navigate the competitive landscape effectively.