Infiniti Casino finally gets to open the doors to Berck-sur-Mer

Property has been renovated from floor to ceiling by the Belgian operator

After more than six months of waiting, the casino in the French town of Berck-sur-Mer has finally opened its doors with 65 slot machines, 20 electronic roulette terminals, and two blackjack tables.

The safety commission, which visited the site on July 7, gave the green light; the establishment, now operated by the Belgian group Infiniti, opened on July 9, featuring a screening of the World Cup quarter-final match between France and Morocco.

Renovated from floor to ceiling by the Belgian operator at a cost of nearly 8m, the casino will offer 65 slot machines, 20 electronic English roulette terminals, and two blackjack tables. An additional 25 slot machines will soon be added to the mix, with the ultimate goal of reaching a total of 100 units.

The casino has been redecorated to create a cosy atmosphere, featuring thick blue carpeting and comfortable brown leather seating. Special attention has been paid to the dining experience, with a chic bistro menu showcasing local dishes.

Another key feature of the casino is its cashless operating system, provided by DRGT. Players are issued a card upon their first visit; they can load funds onto it to place bets and have their winnings recorded. The card also functions as a genuine wallet, allowing customers to pay for drinks at the bar or meals in the restaurant.

Jurgen de Munck, Executive Chairman of DRGT-Infiniti Casino, said to Journal des Casinos: “We are extremely proud to open the doors of this new casino in Berck-sur-Mer today. This project is, above all, the result of exceptional teamwork. Thanks to the commitment, professionalism, and determination of everyone involved, we successfully completed a full renovation in record time without ever compromising on quality. We wanted to create a modern, elegant, and welcoming establishment that Berck-sur-Mer could be proud of. We are convinced that this casino will become a true entertainment hub, as well as a key driver of the town’s economic and tourism vitality. I would like to sincerely thank all our teams, our partners, local businesses, and the town of Berck-sur-Mer for their trust and support throughout this journey. Today marks the beginning of a wonderful story, and we are delighted to be writing it here in Berck-sur-Mer.”

However, a ruling handed down on Monday, July 6, by the Tribunal des Conflits (Jurisdictional Court) casts a shadow over the town casino’s operations. The Partouche Group, whose subsidiary Jean Metz operated the facility prior to the Belgian group being selected for the new concession, and which holds the title to the building following its acquisition in July 1997, has petitioned the Ministry of the Interior, calling for the immediate revocation of the gaming license granted to Infiniti. According to Partouche: “The building does not belong to the town. The town could not initiate a public service delegation for the property and, consequently, could not grant occupancy rights for the building.”

Infiniti says the previous court rulings ‘secure the casino’s operations, for both Berck and Infiniti.’

“Regarding the legal proceedings initiated by Groupe Partouche, the building’s former owner, and the erroneous interpretations the former concessionaire claims to derive from the rulings, Infiniti Casino Berck-sur-Mer simply points out that these decisions are public: anyone can read them and see exactly what they say—and what they do not say,” Infiniti said.

“Administrative courts have ruled on two occasions, in Council of State decisions dated July 17, 2025, and March 4, 2026, that the building housing the casino constitutes a ‘reversionary asset’ that has become the property of the municipality of Berck-sur-Mer. In a ruling dated April 2, 2026, issued in a case to which Infiniti was a party, the Douai Court of Appeal drew the necessary conclusions from this and rejected all claims made by Groupe Partouche. The court is also currently hearing a separate, peripheral case that does not seek to challenge the established principles regarding the casino’s ownership or operation.”