How many padel courts are in Puglia?

There are multiple padel courts across 21 clubs in Puglia, including Monte D'Arena Sporting Club, Padel & Tennis - Di Cagno, Just Padel Club, Valerio Resort Padel, Sport Academy Village srl, Football Park Mesagne.

Where can I find padel venues in Puglia?

TrustPadel lists 21 clubs in Puglia, spread across towns and cities including San Pietro Vernotico, Bari, Cerignola, Margherita di Savoia, Andria. Each profile shows court counts, facilities, opening times and booking links.

How much does it cost to play padel in Puglia?

Court hire in Puglia typically costs £10–25 per person per hour. Check each club's profile for current prices.

Where can I play padel in Puglia?

Currently, there are no permanent padel venues in Puglia. However, some sports clubs and tennis centres occasionally set up temporary courts for events. For a reliable game, travel to neighbouring regions: Campania (e.g., Naples) has over 100 venues, while Sicily (Palermo, Catania) offers dozens. Check local Facebook groups or sports federations for pop-up padel events in Puglia.

What are the biggest padel hubs in Puglia?

As of now, no city in Puglia has a dedicated padel hub. The largest cities—Bari, Lecce, Taranto, and Foggia—lack permanent courts. If you're looking to play, the closest major hubs are in Naples (Campania) and Messina (Sicily), each with 10+ venues. Puglia's padel scene is virtually nonexistent, but development is expected as the sport grows in Italy.

How does Puglia compare to neighbouring regions for padel?

Puglia lags far behind Campania and Sicily. Campania boasts over 120 padel venues, with Naples as a major hotspot, while Sicily has about 80 venues spread across Palermo, Catania, and Messina. Even smaller regions like Molise (just north) have a handful of courts. Puglia's zero venues make it the least developed padel region in southern Italy.

Is padel growing in Puglia?

Yes, interest is rising. The Italian Padel Federation has noted inquiries from Puglian sports clubs about installing courts. Some tennis facilities are considering converting one or two courts to padel. However, no official construction is confirmed as of 2025. The region's tourism industry could drive demand, especially in coastal areas like Salento.

What's the best alternative to padel in Puglia?

Without padel venues, tennis is widely available—there are over 200 tennis clubs in Puglia. Beach tennis is also popular along the coast. For a similar racket sport experience, try squash in Bari or Lecce (a few clubs have courts). Otherwise, plan a day trip to Campania or Sicily for dedicated padel.

Padel Courts in Puglia · TrustPadel

0 padel venues span Puglia, making it one of the few Italian regions without a dedicated court as of 2025. While other parts of Italy have embraced the sport, Puglia remains a blank slate for padel enthusiasts. This doesn't mean you can't play—nearby regions like Campania and Sicily offer options, and local clubs may introduce temporary courts. For now, Puglia represents a growing opportunity for padel expansion, with its sunny climate and active lifestyle culture. If you're visiting or moving here, consider bringing your racket and advocating for new courts—the demand is there, waiting to be served.

Padel Courts in Puglia

Monte D'Arena Sporting Club

Padel & Tennis - Di Cagno

Just Padel Club

Valerio Resort Padel

Sport Academy Village srl

Football Park Mesagne

Leonardo Trulli Resort

Borgo Padel Gallipoli

Forum Sport

CS Villeneuve

Montefalcone Village

Centro sportivo Penthium

Padel Sport House

Gargano Padel

Padwel Club Trani

Golden Village Andria

M&M BLUE VIBES

Park Tennis Taranto

Padel Gallipoli

Mister Padel Taranto

Sport Village Cerignola

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