Padel in France 2026
France is the fourth-largest European padel market and growing fast, particularly in Paris, Lyon, Toulouse, and the Côte d’Azur. The French tennis federation runs padel; national federation spinoff has been discussed but not completed.
France Padel Context
France is served by the Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT) — padel commission, which governs rankings, national championships, and international representation. Padel activity is concentrated in Paris, Lyon, Toulouse, with meaningful presence in Marseille, Nice.
Sources: Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT) — padel commission, International Padel Federation (FIP) member federation report 2025, and Branded Pickleball research.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many padel players are there in France?
Approximately 420,000 active padel players in France as of 2025, across 580 registered clubs and 2,900 courts.
Where is padel played in France?
Top France padel cities by court count: Paris, Lyon, Toulouse, followed by Marseille, Nice.
What is France’s padel federation?
The national governing body is the Fédération Française de Tennis (FFT) — padel commission, recognised by the International Padel Federation (FIP). It organises national rankings, championships, and international representation.
When did padel arrive in France?
Padel arrived in France in 1993. France is the fourth-largest European padel market and growing fast, particularly in Paris, Lyon, Toulouse, and the Côte d’Azur. The French tennis federation runs padel; national federation spinoff has been discussed but not completed.
How does France compare to other padel markets?
France has 420,000 active players — compare to Spain (6M), Argentina (3.4M), and the US (150K). See our global padel statistics for the full top-10.
Cite This Page
Citing these numbers? Please reference “Branded Pickleball — France Padel Statistics 2026” and link to https://brandedpickleball.com/padel-stats/countries/france. Individual figures are sourced in the note above.
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