Key facts
Wheel: 37 pockets with a single zero. House edge: 2.7% on most bets, but only 1.35% on even-money bets thanks to La Partage or En Prison.
How to play
The bets are the same as European roulette, with a different table layout and French names (Rouge/Noir, Pair/Impair, Manque/Passe).
What makes it different
With La Partage, if the ball lands on zero you get back half of your even-money bets. With En Prison, the bet stays “in prison” for the next spin instead. Either way, the edge on those bets is halved.
Our tips
If you like red/black or odd/even, French roulette with La Partage is the best option you'll find. No betting system changes the house edge, so set a budget before you sit down.
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FAQ
What is La Partage?
A rule that returns half of your even-money bets when the ball lands on zero.
What is the house edge in French roulette?
1.35% on even-money bets with La Partage or En Prison, 2.7% on the rest.
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