Un large capacity padel complex is in preparation for Saint SaulveNear Valenciennes, with a planned opening in the summer of 2026. The site, supported by Padel break, will understand 14 indoor tracks, in a former industrial building that has been renovated, in order to meet a growing demand from practitioners in the Hauts-de-France region.

A new large-scale project dedicated to padel is set to launch in Saint Saulve, near the river port. It will be located in a former industrial building currently being renovated. Eventually, the site will develop nearly 6,000 m² dedicated to sport and leisure, with an opening scheduled for summer 2026.

Worn by Didier Marchese et Jérôme Herlant, two partners united under the brand Padel breakThe future complex will include 14 padel courts : 12 double courts et 2 single courtsThe stated objective is clear: to offer one of the largest facilities dedicated to the discipline in the Hauts-de-France region.

Fourteen padel courts are planned for Saint-Saulve starting in the summer of 2026. Padel Break

A project born from a shared passion

Coming from the world of large-scale retail, the two project leaders have known each other for a long time. Former managers of the Wasquehal tennis club, they gradually made padel the focus of their sporting involvement. It is this hands-on experience, combined with a precise market analysis, that led them to structure a project around a comprehensive and sustainable indoor concept.

A successful first establishment in Bondues

Padel break has already taken a first step with the opening, in September 2024, of a site in BonduesThis facility features eight double courts, two single courts, and a team of seven employees. It combines sports activities with additional services: a bar, seminar space, partner shop, fitness room, changing rooms, and a terrace.

The future Saint-Saulve site will follow the same logic, with an expanded offering thanks to a larger number of tracks, in order to meet a constantly increasing demand.

Padel continues its development in France

Padel, a sport that originated in Mexico in the late 1960s, has become widely established in Europe. In France, it now boasts tens of thousands of players and enjoys sustained growth, both in terms of clubs and competitions. This growth is leading to an increased need for infrastructure, particularly in some areas that are still underserved.

A strategic location

The choice of Saint-Saulve is based on several criteria: a improved road accessibility, the immediate proximity to Belgiumthe economic attractiveness of the sector and a Padel network still limited in the area. The future complex will host both recreational players and events, tournaments, training courses or activities for companies.

With this project, Didier Marchese and Jérôme Herlant intend to establish Padel break in the long term, by offering structuring equipment, designed as a a place for practice, meeting and activities, serving the local development of padel.

Source: Saint-Saulve Town Hall

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