Padel growth in France: How the sport is expanding across clubs and communities

Written by Portico Sport September 16, 2025

Padel is gaining momentum in France, reaching new locations every year and attracting players of all ages. From tennis clubs and sports centers to hotels and leisure complexes, new padel courts are being built daily, bringing this fast-paced sport closer to communities across the country.

The recent Premier Padel Paris P2 event showcased France’s growing padel scene, helping to solidify the sport among existing players while capturing the attention of those who are just discovering it. This expansion is not only good for clubs and investors — it strengthens local communities, creates social opportunities, and encourages active lifestyles.

Padel’s rising presence across French facilities

French tennis clubs have been among the first to integrate padel, using available space and courts to offer a complementary sport that draws new members. Sports centers and hotels are increasingly adding padel courts to meet demand, with versatile designs allowing indoor and outdoor play year-round.

This growth is driven by:

  • ➡️Accessibility: Urban and suburban locations bring padel closer to players.
  • ➡️Community appeal: Courts become hubs for social interaction, leagues, and tournaments.
  • ➡️Revenue opportunities: Clubs and venues benefit from increased memberships, lessons, and events.
Un terrain de padel dans une grange au Domaine d’Essendiéras

Premier Padel Paris P2: spotlight on the sport

The Premier Padel Paris P2 attracted players and spectators from across France and Europe, showcasing the sport at a high level. Events like this highlight the excitement of padel, encouraging casual players to try the game and existing players to improve their skills.

The tournament also underscores the importance of professional-grade courts and infrastructure, ensuring that venues can host top-level competitions and meet the expectations of players and audiences alike.

Portico Sport’s role in France’s padel boom

As a leading padel court builder, Portico Sport has been part of France’s expansion. Our team has delivered high-quality courts to clubs, hotels, and sports centers, including unique installations in unusual locations.

With an experienced local team, we provide turnkey solutions that cover design, construction, modular units, canopies, and integrated lighting. Our goal is to help clubs offer courts that are not only playable and durable but also enhance the overall player and community experience.

Conclusion:

France’s padel scene is evolving rapidly, with new courts, clubs, and events fostering participation and community engagement. For venues, the opportunities are clear: attracting members, generating revenue, and contributing to healthier, more connected communities.

Portico Sport continues to support this growth, delivering professional-grade courts and solutions that meet the demands of players, investors, and communities across the country.

👉 Contact Portico Sport to learn how we can help bring high-quality padel courts and facilities to your French club or project.

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