National Lotto Italy
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Find clear and up-to-date information about National Lotto Italy, including results, rules, prizes and useful lottery information.
National Lotto Italy, better known as the Italian Lotto, is one of Italy’s traditional number games. Unlike SuperEnalotto, there is not just one set of winning numbers. Lotto uses 11 different wheels, with five numbers drawn from 1 to 90 on each wheel.
Players can choose the wheel they want to play, select their numbers and decide which type of combination they want to predict. This makes Italian Lotto quite different from many standard jackpot lotteries.
Want to see the newest numbers? Check our latest Italian lottery results or view the Italian lottery draw schedule
What Is National Lotto Italy?
Italian Lotto is a number lottery based on numbers from 1 to 90. Instead of one national combination, the game uses 10 wheels named after Italian cities plus an additional National Wheel (Ruota Nazionale).
Five numbers are drawn on each wheel. Players choose which wheel they want to bet on and which numbers they think will appear.
| Italian Lotto Feature | How It Works |
|---|---|
| Number range | 1–90 |
| Numbers drawn | 5 numbers per wheel |
| Total wheels | 11 |
| City wheels | 10 |
| National wheel | 1 – Ruota Nazionale |
| Maximum numbers selected | 10 |
What Are the 11 Italian Lotto Wheels?
One of the most distinctive features of National Lotto Italy is its system of lottery wheels, known in Italian as ruote.
The 11 Lotto wheels are:
- Bari
- Cagliari
- Firenze (Florence)
- Genova (Genoa)
- Milano (Milan)
- Napoli (Naples)
- Palermo
- Roma (Rome)
- Torino (Turin)
- Venezia (Venice)
- Nazionale – the National Wheel
Each wheel has its own set of five winning numbers. This means a single Lotto draw produces several different sets of results rather than one universal winning combination.
What Is the National Wheel in Italian Lotto?
The National Wheel, or Ruota Nazionale, is the eleventh Lotto wheel. Instead of being connected to a particular Italian city, it represents Italy on a national level.
Five numbers between 1 and 90 are drawn for the National Wheel just like on the ten city wheels.
This is particularly important for visitors searching for terms such as National Lotto Italy or Italy National Lottery numbers, because the National Wheel is only one part of the wider Italian Lotto game.
How to Play Italian Lotto
Italian Lotto gives players more choice than simply selecting a fixed set of numbers. You first choose the numbers you want to play and then select the wheel on which you want those numbers to appear.
- Choose your numbers: select one or more numbers from 1 to 90, up to the permitted maximum.
- Choose a Lotto wheel: select one of the ten city wheels or the National Wheel.
- Choose your bet type: predict how many of your selected numbers will appear.
- Check the draw: compare your chosen numbers with the five numbers drawn on your selected wheel.
Italian Lotto Bet Types Explained
Rather than having standard prize tiers based only on how many numbers you match, Italian Lotto allows different types of bets.
| Italian Name | What You Predict |
|---|---|
| Estratto | One selected number is drawn |
| Ambo | Two selected numbers are drawn |
| Terno | Three selected numbers are drawn |
| Quaterna | Four selected numbers are drawn |
| Cinquina | Five selected numbers are drawn |
The exact rules, stake limits and payouts can change, so always check the current official Lotto rules before placing a wager.
Italian Lotto Results
Because five numbers are drawn for every wheel, Italian Lotto results look different from SuperEnalotto results.
Instead of checking one six-number combination, you need to find the wheel you played and compare your ticket with the five numbers published for that wheel.
You can follow recent draws on our Italian lottery results page.
Example of How Lotto Results Work
Imagine you selected the Roma wheel. Only the five numbers drawn for Roma matter for that particular bet. Numbers drawn on Milano, Napoli or the National Wheel would not count for a Roma-only ticket.
This wheel system is one of the biggest differences between Italian Lotto and SuperEnalotto.
When Are National Lotto Italy Draws?
Italian Lotto normally follows a regular weekly draw schedule, but draw dates can occasionally be moved, for example around certain public holidays.
Because schedules can change, we recommend checking our Italian Lotto draw schedule and times rather than relying on an old timetable.
Italian Lotto vs SuperEnalotto
Although their names sound similar, Italian Lotto and SuperEnalotto are different games.
| Feature | Italian Lotto | SuperEnalotto |
|---|---|---|
| Number range | 1–90 | 1–90 |
| Draw structure | 5 numbers per wheel | One main combination |
| Wheels | 11 | No regional wheels |
| Main concept | Predict numbers on a chosen wheel | Match the main drawn combination |
| SuperStar | No | Optional additional game feature |
If you are looking for the six-number Italian jackpot lottery instead, read our complete SuperEnalotto guide.
Did You Know?
Italian Lotto does not have just one set of winning numbers. Because five numbers are drawn on each of its 11 wheels, a standard Lotto draw produces up to 55 drawn number positions across all wheels.
That unusual wheel system is one of the reasons Italian Lotto can initially look confusing to international players.
Can You Play National Lotto Italy Online?
Online availability depends on your location and the provider you use. Rules for purchasing lottery entries can differ by country, so always check whether the service you are considering is authorised and available where you live.
SuperItalianLottery.com is an independent information website and does not directly sell Italian Lotto tickets.
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National Lotto Italy FAQ
How many numbers are drawn in Italian Lotto?
Five numbers between 1 and 90 are drawn for each Lotto wheel.
How many wheels are there in Italian Lotto?
There are 11 Lotto wheels: ten named after Italian cities and one National Wheel, known as the Ruota Nazionale.
What is the National Lotto Italy wheel?
The National Wheel is an additional Lotto wheel that represents Italy nationally rather than a specific city. It has its own five-number result in every applicable Lotto draw.
Is Italian Lotto the same as SuperEnalotto?
No. They are separate games. Italian Lotto uses multiple wheels with five numbers drawn on each, while SuperEnalotto uses a different game format based around a main six-number combination.
What numbers are used in Italian Lotto?
Italian Lotto uses numbers from 1 to 90.
Where can I check the latest Italian Lotto numbers?
You can check the newest available numbers on our Italian lottery results page. For prize claims, always verify the result with the official Italian lottery source.
