Vikings Casinos, a subsidiary of the Vikings Group (based in Normandy), will operate the future casino, which will be situated on an approximate 3.7-acre plot of land located adjacent to Bois du Colombet, In the Var department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in southeastern France.
The planned casino is expected for 2019, a road interchange will facilitate access between Toulon and Marseille. Construction is expected to last about a year, with the opening scheduled for the 1st of November next year. (READ SO: HOW FRANCE ELECTIONS AFFECTED ONLINE POKER)
The casino will feature a green roof, wooden terrace and stones will be used for the walls, all meant to blend in with the surrounding landscape.
The total floor area of the facility will be approximately 27,447 square feet, 5,381 of which will be utilized for the gambling rooms; It will accommodate 96 people for inside dining and 60 for al fresco dining on the terrace.
The casino will host a minimum of 35 cultural events per year, including a trio of national shows. Vikings Casinos now operates 13 casinos in France.
