One of the internet's original bookmakers since 1997, a founding member of EGBA with 35+ years of history
Visit Interwetten →Interwetten welcome bonus in Austria
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Pros
- Genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence held since 2005
- Additional licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC, Spain's DGOJ
- Founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA)
- 35+ years of clean operating history, one of the internet's original bookmakers
- ESSA member for sports betting integrity
Cons
- Product feels more classic/traditional than newer, flashier competitors
- Bonus terms and product availability vary by country
- Payment method details not fully documented in available sources
- Ownership structure not fully publicly disclosed
Our verdict
Interwetten is one of the true pioneers of online sports betting, founded in 1990 in Vienna and becoming the second bookmaker worldwide to offer online betting in 1997, right after Intertops. That 35+ year track record is reinforced by genuinely strong regulatory credentials: a Malta Gaming Authority licence held since 2005, plus licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ, and further coverage in Italy, Ireland and Schleswig-Holstein. Interwetten is also a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and a member of ESSA, the sports betting integrity body — real institutional signals of trust rather than marketing claims. The product itself is a classic sportsbook with live betting, virtual sports, live casino and skill games, available in 10 languages. For bettors who value a long, clean operating history and genuine multi-jurisdiction regulation over flashy modern branding, Interwetten is one of the more credible, established choices covered here.
How we rated it
Trust & licensing (20%)9.2
Genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015) plus Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ; a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and ESSA member for sports betting integrity, backed by 35+ years of operating history.
Sportsbook & odds (25%)7.8
Classic sportsbook and live betting product with 35+ years of operating history, plus virtual sports.
Customer support (10%)7.7
Very long operating history (since 1990/1997) with established support across many European markets.
Payments & payouts (20%)7.6
Established regulated-market payment processing across its many European licensed markets.
Mobile & UX (10%)7.5
Full product spanning sportsbook, live casino and skill games, available in 10 languages.
Bonuses & value (15%)7.3
Regulated-market welcome offers, varying by country under MGA/GGL/DGOJ/HGC compliance requirements.
Quick facts
| Founded | September 1990, Vienna, Austria; online since 1997 |
| Owner | Interwetten Gaming Ltd, part of Interwetten Group (privately owned) |
| Licensing | Malta Gaming Authority (MGA/B2C/301/2015), Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC, Spain's DGOJ, plus Italy, Ireland, Schleswig-Holstein |
| Sports | Classic sportsbook, live betting, virtual sports |
| Casino | Live casino and skill games |
| Markets | Strong in Germany; also Spain, Italy, Ireland, Sweden, Greece |
| Institutional memberships | Founding member of EGBA; member of ESSA (sports integrity) |
| Languages | Available in 10 languages |
Where Interwetten is licensed
Interwetten appears on the official register in 7 countries. Highlighted countries have a full local review — pick yours for its welcome bonus and licence details.
About Interwetten
Interwetten is a sportsbook and casino founded in September 1990 in Vienna, Austria, becoming the second bookmaker in the world to offer online betting in 1997, following Intertops. Operated by Interwetten Gaming Ltd (Interwetten Group), it holds a genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015, since 2005), plus licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ, with additional coverage in Italy, Ireland and Schleswig-Holstein. Interwetten is a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and a member of ESSA for sports betting integrity. Its core strength is Germany, alongside a broad European footprint, offering sportsbook, live betting, virtual sports, live casino and skill games in 10 languages.
Interwetten FAQ
Is Interwetten safe and legit?
Yes — Interwetten holds a genuine Malta Gaming Authority licence (MGA/B2C/301/2015) since 2005, plus licences from Germany's GGL, Sweden's SGA, Greece's HGC and Spain's DGOJ. It's also a founding member of the European Gaming and Betting Association (EGBA) and a member of ESSA for sports betting integrity.
How long has Interwetten been operating?
Interwetten was founded in September 1990 in Vienna, Austria, and became the second bookmaker in the world to offer online betting in 1997, following Intertops — giving it 35+ years of operating history.
Which countries is Interwetten strongest in?
Interwetten is particularly strong in Germany, with additional presence in Spain, Italy, Ireland, Sweden and Greece.
What is the Interwetten welcome bonus?
Interwetten offers a new-customer welcome bonus that varies by country and currency under its regulatory requirements. Always check the current offer on Interwetten's own local site.
Does Interwetten have a casino?
Yes, alongside its sportsbook, Interwetten offers live casino and skill games, available in 10 languages.