Casino Impérial Pompadour opens in Corrèze
The Casino Impérial Pompadour opened on May 2, 2026, at 17 place du Vieux Lavoir in Arnac-Pompadour, marking the first gaming establishment in the Corrèze department. Operating daily from 11 a.m., the venue was established following a legislative change passed in late 2023 that permits casinos in communes historically linked to the equestrian industry. The project required a decade of advocacy by Alain Tisseuil and an investment of one year of construction on the site of the former health center.
New Building Features Timber Nave and Gaming Terminals
Designed specifically for the commune, the new building covers approximately 1,500 square meters and incorporates a large timber and stone nave that mirrors local stable architecture, featuring a mezzanine rising nearly 17 meters. Inside, the floor plan accommodates 75 slot machines, predominantly video reels alongside video poker units, with betting ranges spanning from 0.01 euros to 50 euros. Electronic gaming options comprise 24 terminals for English roulette and electronic blackjack arranged across three cylinders.
Traditional table games operate on a mezzanine level and include English roulette, blackjack, and Ultimate Hold’em Poker. These tables open at 8 p.m. daily, and at 5 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays. According to tirage-gagnant.com, the physical tables utilize RFID-embedded chips read by sensors built directly into the furniture to track bets in real time. The venue also features a covered outdoor gaming terrace overlooking the Saupiquet pond, which is equipped for smokers with slot machines, electronic games, and electronic poker.
Monthly Visitor Totals Reach 10,000 Patrons
Foot traffic figures released by management and regional agencies indicate strong early performance for the regional facility. tirage-gagnant.com reported visitor totals reaching roughly 10,000 patrons per month, with individual Saturday night peaks drawing between 550 and 600 people. Earlier data cited by the Corrèze Chamber of Commerce and Industry noted more than 15,500 visits during the venue’s opening month in May 2026.
The establishment operates under the management of Groupe PVG, a family-owned hospitality enterprise based in Haute-Savoie that also oversees the Casino Impérial in Annecy. David Le Bonniec assumed the role of director in September 2026, succeeding Thierry Soudry. The municipal administration projects annual tax revenues of approximately 700,000 euros from gross gaming receipts, with roughly 80,000 euros earmarked to support the local equine sector via a newly formed public interest grouping involving the commune, the Department, the local community of communes, Groupe PVG, and Crédit Agricole.
Dining and Upcoming Events
The facility includes a restaurant named La Table de la Marquise with a terrace facing the pond. A central bar provides all-day snacking within the gaming areas. For entertainment, the mezzanine hosts tournament poker spaces, seminars, and live shows.
Access and Visitor Regulations
Entry is restricted to adults who are not prohibited from gambling, and visitors must present a valid identification document, such as a national identity card, passport, or driver’s license. The dress code mandates clean, proper attire without headwear, while uniforms are explicitly prohibited. Restaurant reservations are managed at 05 19 84 00 24.
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