Tennis & Padel Holidays in France
Grand Slam Glamour, Alpine Courts and the Art of Playing Well
Why France?
Home of Roland Garros, birthplace of some of tennis’s greatest champions, and a country where the pleasures of the table rival those of the court. France is the destination for players who refuse to choose between exceptional sport and exceptional living.
An experience that engages every sense
Tennis & Padel destination guide
Regions we recommend in France
Clay, heritage and dreams…
Paris & Île-de-France
Paris is the obvious starting point for any France tennis or padel trip, and it rewards the visit handsomely. The Roland Garros complex is one of sport’s most iconic venues, and a tournament experience here — whether in the famous Philippe-Chatrier atmosphere or the more intimate Court Suzanne-Lenglen — belongs on every tennis lover’s bucket list.
Côte d'Azur & French Riviera
The South of France has long been the playground of Europe’s privileged, and its racket sport offering matches its reputation. Nice, Cannes, Monaco, Antibes, and the surrounding hillside towns are home to some of France’s finest tennis clubs and increasingly excellent padel facilities. The combination of Mediterranean climate, glamorous surroundings, Michelin-starred dining, and some of the most beautiful coastline in Europe makes the Riviera a perennially popular choice for sport travellers who want luxury as standard.
Provence & the Luberon
For players who want the soul of France rather than the gloss, Provence is incomparable. The region’s tennis club network is excellent, the climate is reliably warm from April through October, and the pace of life — rosé at midday, long lunches, evening pétanque — is restorative in ways that a beach resort simply cannot replicate.
The Alps
A less conventional choice that delivers something genuinely unforgettable. Several Alpine resorts and lakeside towns in the Haute-Savoie region offer outstanding tennis and padel facilities against a backdrop of mountains, glaciers, and mirror-still lakes that has to be seen to be believed.
About France
France occupies a unique position in the world of racket sports. It is home to Roland Garros, the most gruelling and romantic of the four Grand Slams and has a tennis culture so deeply embedded in national life that the country has more registered tennis players than any other in Europe.
Its padel scene, late to ignite but now growing faster than almost anywhere on the continent, has transformed in the last three years, with purpose-built clubs appearing in every major city and coastal resort. And then there is everything else France offers: the Riviera, Provence, the Alps, Bordeaux, Paris. The châteaux, the markets, the wine.
A racket sport holiday in France is not simply a trip, it is an experience that engages every sense, and one that our clients consistently rank among the finest they have ever taken.
Best time to visit
France’s diversity of regions means that the right time to visit depends entirely on where you’re going and what you want from your trip.
Spring (April–June) is the finest time for Paris and the Roland Garros pilgrimage. Roland Garros typically runs from late May into early June, and the city in spring — blossom on the boulevards, long evenings on café terraces — is at its most beautiful. Provence and the Riviera are warm, uncrowded, and at their most verdant. This is our most popular season for France trips overall.
Summer (July–August) is peak season on the Riviera and in the Alps. The coast is glamorous and buzzing but expensive and crowded — book well in advance. The Alps offer a cooler, more peaceful alternative, with long days and perfect conditions for morning tennis followed by afternoon mountain adventures. Inland Provence can be very hot in August, but evenings are magical.
Autumn (September–October) is arguably the finest time for Provence, Bordeaux, and the southwest. The harvest season in the wine country, the warm amber light of October afternoons, and the retreat of the summer crowds create a version of France that feels intimate and deeply pleasurable. An excellent time for padel trips on the Riviera, where the season extends comfortably into October.
Winter (November–March) suits Paris, the city is extraordinary year-round, the Roland Garros museum and complex are open, and indoor padel clubs are thriving. The Alps offer skiing alongside sport for the adventurous. The Riviera, while quieter, remains mild and is ideal for travellers who want a gentler pace and lower prices.
What we arrange for France
These are just some examples of what our team can arrange for you.
Roland Garros tournament packages — tickets across all rounds from qualifying to the final, with hospitality, accommodation, and curated Paris itineraries
Private coaching and group clinics with English-speaking French professionals
Wine country itineraries in Bordeaux and Burgundy built around court time and cellar door visits
Padel club sessions, match organisation, and coaching in Paris, Nice, Bordeaux and beyond
Eurostar and inter-regional travel arrangements
Alpine tennis and padel packages combining sport with mountain activities
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