The Lotería Nacional draw held on Thursday, April 17, 2025, brought excitement and fortune to numerous participants across Spain. The event, which took place at 21:00 hours in the Salón de Sorteos de Loterías y Apuestas del Estado, showcased the traditional format of multiple drums, a hallmark of the lottery since its inception.
This draw featured six series of 100,000 tickets each, with each ticket priced at 30 euros, effectively allowing players to purchase a tenth for just 3 euros. A total of 70% of the total emission was allocated for prizes, amounting to a staggering 12.6 million euros distributed among lucky winners.
The first prize, worth 300,000 euros per series (30,000 euros per tenth), was awarded to the number 32.565. This winning number was sold in several locations, including Arroyo de la Encomienda (Valladolid), Vejer de la Frontera (Cádiz), Azuaga (Badajoz), Masquefa (Barcelona), L'Hospitalet de Llobregat (Barcelona), Sabadell, San Fernando (Cádiz), Montoro (Córdoba), Logroño, Móstoles, Madrid, Estepona (Málaga), Pamplona, San Cristóbal de la Laguna (Tenerife), Palmes (Ourense), and Sueca (Valencia).
The second prize, amounting to 60,000 euros per series (6,000 euros per tenth), went to the number 04.555. This prize was similarly well-distributed, with winning tickets sold in Eibar, El Sauzal (Santa Cruz de Tenerife), Pinofranqueado (Cáceres), Alcalá de Henares (Madrid), El Ejido (Almería), Córdoba, Girona, Cazalilla (Jaén), Valdemoro (Madrid), Pamplona, Cervera de Pisuerga (Palencia), Frómista (Palencia), Burgo de Osma (Soria), and Sonseca (Toledo).
In addition to the main prizes, several other awards were distributed. Four extractions of four figures provided 750 euros per series (75 euros per tenth) for the numbers 2870, 2649, 3371, and 8027. Seven extractions of three figures awarded 150 euros per series (15 euros per tenth) to the numbers 403, 634, 638, 693, 376, 305, and 560. Additionally, nine extractions of two figures distributed 60 euros per series (6 euros per tenth) for the numbers 28, 04, 21, 62, 93, 32, 61, 18, and 73.
For those who did not win larger prizes, the draw also included refunds. The numbers 5, 9, and 7 were designated as special refunds, allowing ticket holders to recover their investment of 3 euros.
As a reminder, prizes exceeding 40,000 euros are subject to a 20% tax retention, while winnings of 40,000 euros or less remain tax-free. Winners of smaller prizes, up to 2,000 euros, can collect their winnings directly from any Loterías y Apuestas del Estado administration. For larger amounts, winners must visit authorized banks, including Abanca, Banco de Sabadell, BBVA, CaixaBank, Caja Sur, Banco Caja Mar, Caja Rural, Ibercaja, Kutxabank, and Unicaja, bringing their winning ticket and identification.
The Lotería Nacional has a rich history in Spain, dating back to its first draw on March 4, 1812. It remains one of the most popular forms of gambling in the country, with draws held every Thursday and Saturday, along with special events throughout the year.
The next Lotería Nacional draw is scheduled for Saturday, April 19, 2025, where participants will have another chance to win big. As always, players are encouraged to check their numbers against the official results provided by Loterías y Apuestas del Estado.
In conclusion, the Lotería Nacional continues to bring joy and excitement to countless individuals across Spain, offering not just the chance to win substantial prizes but also the thrill of participating in a long-standing tradition.
