Padel, a fast-growing racquet sport, is becoming increasingly popular with Parisians. Born in Latin America in the 1970s and popularized in Spain, padel is played in doubles on a smaller court than tennis, surrounded by glass and mesh, offering unprecedented rebounds reminiscent of squash. Padel combines the technicality of tennis with the playfulness of table tennis, creating a fast-paced, dynamic sport that's accessible to players of all abilities. In just a few years, padel has become the sports and social meeting place for Parisians in search of new leisure activities.
There's no shortage oftrendy venues and friendly clubs in the Paris region where you can learn or improve your padel game, which has become the sport of choice in large cities that are generally short of space. Across the capital or in neighboring départements, take to the indoor and outdoor courts of these sporting spots, whether just for fun or to try your luck in the region's competitions!
Forest Hill: 48 padel courts across Paris and the Île-de-France region, 36 of them indoors
Sponsored - Forest Hill expands its padel offer to 48 courts in Île-de-France, adding 12 new courts at Aquaboulevard, La Défense and Versailles. [Read more]
Padel Festival: a festive day featuring tournaments and introductory sessions to kick off the Paris Major.
On the occasion of the Paris Major 2026, Roland-Garros Stadium launches the Padel Festival on Sunday, September 6. The lineup features taster sessions on the iconic courts, exhibition matches between legends, a celebrity tournament, and amateur competitions. [Read more]
Remontada Padel: the padel competition open to all returns in front of the Eiffel Tower in Paris
From June 5 to 7, 2026, anyone curious about this sport, which sits between tennis and padel, will have the chance to attend a one-of-a-kind event at the foot of the Eiffel Tower that invites broad public participation. [Read more]
A padel court has been installed at the foot of the Eiffel Tower and will stay there until September 2026.
A genuine trend in recent years, padel is making a comeback at the foot of the Eiffel Tower, from May 25 to September 14, 2026, with a temporary court on the quay of Port de Suffren, open to everyone. [Read more]
Paris Major Premier Padel 2026: The Padel Tournament at Roland-Garros Opens Ticket Sales
From September 7 to 13, 2026, the Paris Premier Padel Major returns for another thrilling edition at Roland-Garros. This event will bring together the world’s top padel players for a week of top-tier action! Ready to get your tickets? [Read more]
A free ephemeral padel court sets up in the heart of Place Vendôme
From September 11 to 14, 2025, an ephemeral padel court will be set up on Place Vendôme, featuring free introductory sessions, celebrity matches and entertainment, for the Paris Major Premier Padel. [Read more]
Padel in Paris: the return of the ephemeral 5-star court in the courtyard of the Hôtel du Collectionneur
Want to play padel in a setting worthy of a movie? From March 17 to November 17, 2025, the Hôtel du Collectionneur invites you to smash your way through its lush gardens on Paris's first 5-star padel court. Book your slot from March 17 for this unique experience, combining sport and luxury in the Art Deco ambience of this prestigious address. [Read more]
Padel Champions League: an amateur tournament of this racket sport in the capital
Padel fans, here's a tournament you'll love, accessible to all! This Thursday, February 20, 2025, enjoy this racket sport in a friendly atmosphere and try to earn yourself a place in the Padel Champions League! [Read more]
Play Padel in Paris: Sportfield installs a court overlooking the Eiffel Tower
Fancy playing padel in the heart of Paris, with the Eiffel Tower as a backdrop? We tried out Sportfield's brand-new "central 16" court under a magnificent autumn blue sky, and had a great time! [Read more]
Padel: the city of Paris opens its first courts at the Ladoumègue sports center (19th district)
From tennis courts to padel courts: a new feature for racket sports enthusiasts is coming to Paris' sports centers and will open soon. [Read more]
One Point Challenge Tour: a padel tournament and festival with a high-octane format on the Île de Puteaux
One match, one ball, one point to win or go home! On Saturday, September 26, 2026, the Île de Puteaux hosts the One Point Challenge Tour, a padel tournament with a high-tension format that brings together hundreds of teams. [Read more]
UCPA Sport Station Meudon, the new-generation gym with fitness, skating rink and paddleball court
Near Meudon, in the Hauts-de-Seine department, UCPA, an organization renowned for its summer camps and other sporting activities, has opened a second gym in the Paris region, with a wide range of facilities. [Read more]
The Olympic Aquatic Centre (93), an Olympic legacy opposite the Stade de France
After many months of work, the Olympic Aquatic Center rose from the ground in 2024. One of the only venues specially built for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, it will enable residents of the département to enjoy facilities dedicated to swimming. [Read more]
Padel, soccer, golf, tennis: the sports center on the Ile de Puteaux gets a makeover
The sports center on the Ile de Puteaux will soon be undergoing a major renovation and the addition of new sports facilities, enabling the people of Ile-de-France to practice new disciplines in a beautiful natural setting. [Read more]
Padel Horizon, the new racquet sports complex in the Paris region
As decontamination approaches, people are getting ready to return to the sports fields, both indoors and outdoors. And just in time: in Sucy-en-Brie, the Padel Horizon multi-racket sports center is ready to reopen its doors to the people of Ile-de-France, after a long period of closure due to the health crisis. With 6 padel courts, 4 squash courts and 4 badminton courts, it's the ideal place for all racquet sports enthusiasts. [Read more]
