German Darts Grand Prix 2026: Schedule, Field, Draw, and Predictions

The German Darts Grand Prix is due to take place between 4-6 April, 2026 and is the fourth of fifteen European Tour events in a season taking place at the Kulturhalle Zenith in Munich.

It will feature a field of 48 players and £230,000 in prize money. £35,000 goes to the winner. Michael van Gerwen is the defending champion having defeated Gian van Veen 8-5 in the 2025 final.

Both return this year with Luke Humphries being top seed in Munich. Jonny Clayton, Gary Anderson, Josh Rock, Danny Noppert, Ryan Searle and Gerwyn Price make up the top 10 seeds. Luke Littler is the big miss as he continues his European Tour boycott of German events.

He has not played apart from in the Premier League in Berlin and World Cup of Darts/European Championship in Frankfurt and Dortmund in Germany since issues with the crowd last year and that continues this time around.

The draw will be confirmed on Friday 4 April 2026 which differs from usual with the tournament starting later over Easter weekend compared to usual.

The schedule is confirmed at the same time with the big names coming in during the second round on Sunday. The first round sees ProTour qualifiers face the Tour Card Holder Qualifiers for the chance to face one of the top 16.

Samuel Gill, Head Editor for DartsNews.com sees a different complexion to the others.

Most others have picked Luke Humphries but I see a few different names being in contention here.

Would not be at all shocked to see Jonny Clayton bringing his exceptional form from the Premier League over to the European Tour. Nathan Aspinall and Gary Anderson in addition for me are always dead certs eventually for a run.

While Martin Schindler was my pick a lot last year and he often has a good time in Germany so I see him finally putting it together this weekend.

*** Jonny Clayton

** Nathan Aspinall, Gary Anderson

* Luke Humphries, Michael van Gerwen, Gerwyn Price

Oliver Ried, Editor for DartsNews.DE is going more rogue than the rest with Gary Anderson picked.

The German Darts Grand Prix is one of the most attractive European Tour events of the year. Over Easter, a packed weekend awaits at the legendary Zenith in Munich. The unique atmosphere makes it a highlight of the calendar every season.

For me, Gary Anderson will take the title on Easter Monday. “The Flying Scotsman” is currently entered for Munich and has already won the events in Sindelfingen in each of the past two years. His goal is clear: secure a European Tour title early in the season. That would allow him to be more selective with his appearances afterwards. In the end, his relaxed approach, creativity, and experience will carry him to the title.

Other top contenders include Luke Humphries and Gian van Veen. Both players are in strong form in 2026. Humphries recently claimed his first European Tour title of the season in Wieze. Van Veen is still chasing his maiden title on this stage. Why not achieve it in Germany? He reached the final last year and now wants to go one step further and lift the trophy. Humphries, meanwhile, is aiming to repeat his successes from 2022 and 2024 and win the title in Munich for a third time.

Also among the extended group of favorites are Michael van Gerwen, Martin Schindler, and James Wade. Van Gerwen arrives as the defending champion and is always among the top contenders. Schindler could rise to the occasion in front of his home crowd and make a deep run, something he urgently needs for his 2026 season. Wade, on the other hand, has yet to earn prize money on the European Tour this year but should return refreshed after a short break.

*** Gary Anderson

** Luke Humphries, Gian van Veen

*Michael van Gerwen, Martin Schindler, James Wade

Nicolas Gayer, Editor for DartsNews.DE isn't picking a home hope for glory but in fact is picking Wade and Nijman alongside Humphries.

The European Tour is coming home. The home event of PDC Europe in Munich has not only developed into one of the most iconic stops on the calendar, but over the Easter weekend it also delivers an atmosphere rarely matched anywhere else on the tour.

From a sporting perspective, Michael van Gerwen is widely regarded as the king of Munich. With four titles and last year’s triumph — including a nine-darter — he is the most successful player in the history of the German Darts Grand Prix. But will “Mighty Mike” lift the trophy again this year at the Zenith Munich?

I believe the crown will instead go to another serial winner this time: Luke Humphries, who has already won the tournament twice, is in my view set to play a major role throughout this European Tour season. It was on the European Tour stage that Humphries first made his breakthrough into the world elite. Now that the very top of the sport — and with it almost all major titles — is firmly in the hands of a rival, I expect the European Tour to regain importance in the Englishman’s career. Following his recent triumph in Wieze, I believe he will underline that by securing back-to-back titles in Munich.

I also believe that Wessel Nijman and James Wade have realistic chances of lifting the trophy in Munich. In addition, I can well imagine the German Darts Grand Prix proving to be something of a turning point for Martin Schindler. In an interview with our editorial team last year, Schindler confirmed that he feels a stronger connection with no crowd than with the one in Munich. After a difficult start to the season, a return to the Zenith could therefore have a positive effect on his performances.

*** Luke Humphries

** James Wade, Wessel Nijman

* Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton, Nathan Aspinall

Mats Leering, Editor for DartsNieuws.com like many is picking Humphries for glory.

A wonderful Easter weekend with the German Darts Grand Prix. And as much fun as the weekend could be, my prediction is just as dull. I expect Luke Humphries to defend his title from last year.

Cool Hand Luke already secured his first Euro Tour title of 2026 at the Belgian Darts Open, and I expect him to add his second title straight away in Munich. Littler is always among the favourites going in, but this is in Germany and ‘The Nuke’ isn’t travelling to the German tournaments this year, so he won’t be there. That makes Humphries’ chances of winning just that bit higher.

Other favourites include Gerywn Price and Gian van Veen, who weren’t there in Belgium but are always contenders when they do turn up. Nijman has already won a Euro Tour this year and is therefore someone to keep an eye on. Van Gerwen usually performs well in Munich too, so he’s another name to watch out for.

Other names I have high hopes for are Jonny Clayton, Martin Schindler in front of his home crowd, and perhaps a bigger surprise, Daryl Gurney.

Favourites

*** Luke Humphries

** Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton

* Gian van Veen, Daryl Gurney, Michael van Gerwen

Lucas Michael, Editor for DartsNews.com has picked Michael van Gerwen for glory.

Forget the Easter egg hunts, the darts is back on TV! Germany again plays host to another European Tour event which means one thing is for certain: world number one Luke Littler will not turn up.

Similar to the event in Wieze, where a superb Niels Zonneveld dumped him out in a thriller, the players will sense an opportunity to strike. Luke Humphries did that last time out despite periods of shaky doubling. An ominous sign for his rivals.

Michael van Gerwen also seems to be showing signs of returning back to his best. The three-time world champion has reached the final five times in seven iterations, winning four of them. This included last year against Gian van Veen, and he will be looking to repeat that fate again.

Other notable names include 2026 Euro Tour finalists Gerwyn Price and Jonny Clayton. The two Welshman has caught the eye of many in 2026 and will look to continue their positive form in Munich. Could someone like Josh Rock or Stephen Bunting cause a surprise away from the Premier League Darts stage? I will also keep close tabs on James Wade and Nathan Aspinall who could threaten for triumph if they find top gear.

As for who wins the spoils, for a second year on the spin I am opting for ‘Mighty Mike’ to rule supreme once more in Munich.

*** Michael van Gerwen

** Luke Humphries, Gerwyn Price

* James Wade, Nathan Aspinall, Josh Rock

Bram Coenen, Editor for DartsNieuws.com sees Clayton and Price figuring alongside Humphries.

During the Easter weekend, attention turns once again to the German Darts Grand Prix, the fourth tournament of this year’s European Tour. The most notable absentee is, of course, Luke Littler. The world number one doesn’t have the best relationship with the German fans and has chosen to skip this tournament. This, of course, opens up opportunities for other players to claim the title in Munich.

Starting with Luke Humphries. The world number two was successful in Belgium last weekend and will be aiming for a second consecutive European Tour title. He will face competition from Gian van Veen, though it remains to be seen how well he has recovered from his kidney stone surgery. Van Veen lost last year’s final to Michael van Gerwen, who will be keen to defend his title. So far, Van Gerwen’s first half of the season has been somewhat inconsistent, especially on the doubles.

Besides this trio, attention will also be on the Welsh duo Jonny Clayton and Gerwyn Price. Clayton reached the final of the Belgian Darts Open last weekend, and Price has also had a strong start to the season. Both are eager to win another TV title.

I believe this quintet represents the main title contenders, although the European Tour is known for surprises, so we could very well see a “new” name on the winners’ list.

*** Luke Humphries

** Jonny Clayton, Gerwyn Price

*Michael van Gerwen, Gian van Veen

Pieter Verbeek, Editor for DartsNieuws.com sees Luke Humphries emerging as champion.

Luke Littler is once again absent from the European Tour this weekend, which naturally opens the door for other players to make their move. At the Belgian Darts Open, Littler suffered a surprisingly early exit, and it was Luke Humphries who ultimately walked away with the title. In terms of consistency, Humphries currently looks the best of the rest, and his finishing on the doubles also seems to be improving compared to earlier in the season.

Behind Humphries, Gerwyn Price and Jonny Clayton appear to be the other leading contenders. Both Welshmen have been in strong form throughout the year, producing solid results on both the ProTour and in the Premier League. Michael van Gerwen also looks to be finding his rhythm again. The Dutchman is posting 100+ averages more frequently, and it feels like only a matter of time before he picks up another ranking title.

Wessel Nijman already managed to do so earlier this year by winning the European Darts Trophy, and he should also be considered among the favourites. As a potential outsider, Nathan Aspinall could be one to watch. ‘The Asp’ won no fewer than three European Tour titles last season, often striking when the big names failed to deliver. If the tournament unfolds in a similar way this weekend, Aspinall could easily be in the mix for another title.

*** Luke Humphries

** Gerwyn Price, Jonny Clayton

* Nathan Aspinall, Michael van Gerwen, Wessel Nijman