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Padel tournaments in Germany

From a relaxed club Americano to the Padel Bundesliga: here you’ll find out how German tournaments are organised, when you need a licence and where to sign up. How tournaments and courts are spread across the federal states is shown in the Padel Market Report.

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Upcoming padel tournaments in Germany: 466 · last updated 2026-11-14 · Sources & sign-up: DPV portal and RankedIn

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Bavaria 36
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Brandenburg 1
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Bremen 1
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Hesse 22
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Lower Saxony 30
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Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania 1
Rostock
North Rhine-Westphalia 84
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Saarland 3
MerzigSaarbrückenSaarlouis
Saxony 3
ChemnitzDresdenLeipzig
Saxony-Anhalt 1
Magdeburg
Schleswig-Holstein 9
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Thuringia 3
ErfurtGeraJena

How padel tournaments work in Germany

Unlike in many other sports, Germany has two parallel tournament series run by two different federations. They have separate rankings – points from one don’t count for the other.

GPS – German Padel Series

The series of the German Padel Association (DPV) and by far the bigger one: according to the DPV, around 3,000 ranking tournaments take place every year in categories from GPS 50 to GPS 1500. To score points you need a DPV player licence – except at the entry level, GPS 50.

GPT – CERTINA German Padel Tour

The series of the German Tennis Federation (DTB), sponsored by CERTINA since 2025 (previously CUPRA). Categories from 100 and 250 for beginners and amateurs, through 500 and 1,000 with prize money, up to the Finals (1,500). No licence or club membership needed – a racket and sports kit are enough.

The heart of the DPV is also the league system with the Padel Bundesliga at the top, beneath it regional and state leagues played in team format over a season. Which platform you sign up on depends on the individual tournament: the DPV’s GPS tournaments now run almost entirely through the DPV portal, which licences and rankings are moving to as well; the DTB’s GPT still runs through RankedIn. There is no fixed switchover date – what counts is the announcement for the tournament in question.

There are also plenty of open tournaments, held over a weekend and graded by playing level (level categories) – ideal for getting a first taste of tournament play. Many clubs also run relaxed Americano and Golden Court events, which you can often sign up for directly via the club’s website or the Playtomic app.

Internationally, the pros compete on the Premier Padel tour and in FIP (International Padel Federation) events – a good yardstick if you want to follow the top stars and their equipment.

What do GPS 100, GPT 250 and so on mean?

Almost every tournament in the calendar has an abbreviation like “GPS 100” or “CERTINA GPT 250” in its name. The abbreviation names the series, and the number is the points for the winning team: win a 100 and you get 100 ranking points, with a 500 it’s 500. Because higher point values attract stronger fields, the number is also a good indicator of level – 100 tournaments are the normal way into competition, while higher levels are aimed at ambitious players.

Look at the abbreviation, not just the number: a GPS 250 and a GPT 250 are pitched at the same strength but count towards different rankings. In the GPS you also only get the full points if the field meets the minimum requirements. The GPT keeps its own ranking based on the best eight results of a year, split into an amateur ranking (categories 100 and 250) and a pro ranking (500, 1,000 and Finals). More in the guide to the DPV licence and ranking.

The 466 dates in our calendar are currently distributed like this: 50 points: 110 tournaments, 100 points: 141 tournaments, 250 points: 159 tournaments, 350 points: 60 tournaments, 500 points: 45 tournaments. Additions such as “H00” and “D00” in the title stand for men’s and women’s competitions plus the level category.

Whether you need a licence depends on the series: yes for ranked GPS tournaments and the league system, no for the GPT. How licence and ranking fit together is explained in detail in the article The DPV licence and ranking explained.

Which format suits you?

Americano

The pairings change after every round, and your own points are counted across all rounds. You don’t need a fixed partner – the easiest and most sociable way into tournament play.

Open tournament

Classic format over a weekend, in a fixed team and graded by playing level. The lowest category is expressly aimed at beginners with some first playing experience.

League

Team play over a whole season, from the state league to the Padel Bundesliga. Requires a club, a player licence and regular availability on match days.

What to bring to your first tournament

The organiser takes care of the entry fee and balls; you bring everything else: a racket you’re familiar with, indoor shoes with a suitable sole, plenty to drink and a fresh overgrip. A spare racket is no luxury over a whole tournament day – a frame cracked against the wall would otherwise end your tournament.

With your racket, competition is the same as training: it should suit your game, not your favourite pro’s model. Which models lead in which class is shown in our best padel rackets ranking.

How do I find padel tournaments near me?

Most tournaments in Germany run under one of two series: the German Padel Series (GPS) of the German Padel Association (DPV) and the CERTINA German Padel Tour (GPT) of the German Tennis Federation (DTB). Where you register depends on the individual tournament: the DPV's GPS tournaments are gradually moving to the DPV portal, while the GPT still runs via RankedIn – the official tournament announcement is what counts. Many clubs also advertise their own tournaments and Americano events directly on their website or in the Playtomic app.

What is the difference between the GPS and the GPT?

They are two parallel tournament series with separate rankings. The GPS (German Padel Series) is run by the German Padel Association and is the larger of the two, with around 3,000 ranking tournaments a year; it ranges from GPS 50 to GPS 1500. The GPT (CERTINA German Padel Tour) is organised by the German Tennis Federation and ranges from categories 100 and 250 for beginners and amateurs, through 500 and 1,000 with prize money, up to the Finals with 1,500 points. Points from one series do not count towards the other's ranking – so a GPS 250 and a GPT 250 are not the same thing.

Do I need a licence to play in tournaments?

It depends on the series. For ranked GPS tournaments and the league system you need a playing licence from the German Padel Association – the exception is the entry category GPS 50. For the DTB's CERTINA German Padel Tour you need neither a licence nor club membership; a racket and sportswear are enough. For casual club tournaments and Americanos the organiser sets the conditions, usually without a licence.

What is the difference between a league and an open tournament?

The DPV league system (including the Padel Bundesliga and the regional leagues) is played over a season in a team format. Open tournaments take place over a weekend and are divided by playing strength (e.g. by level categories).

What do GPS 100, GPT 250 and similar abbreviations mean?

The abbreviation names the tournament series and the number its level: the higher it is, the more points there are for the respective ranking and, as a rule, the stronger the field. 100 tournaments are the usual starting point; the higher levels are aimed at ambitious competitive players. The GPT counts the best eight results of a year and splits into an amateur ranking (categories 100 and 250) and a pro ranking (500, 1,000 and Finals).

How much does it cost to enter a padel tournament?

For most amateur tournaments the entry fee is in the low double digits (in euros) per person and is set by the organiser – balls and court hire are usually included. You'll find the exact amount in the announcement for each tournament.

How does an Americano work?

In an Americano the pairings rotate after every round, and everyone plays with changing partners against changing opponents. Your own points are added up over all rounds, and the highest individual total wins at the end. The format is sociable, doesn't need a fixed partner and is the easiest way into tournament play.

What level do I need to play in a tournament?

Open tournaments are divided by playing strength – the lowest category is explicitly aimed at beginners with some first match experience. If you have reliable basic shots and know how the scoring works, you can sign up. For your very first competition, Americano and club events are the more relaxed choice.

Which racket is suitable for tournaments?

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