Basketball courts in Paris: all 8 mapped

Where the concierge points people first

Pigalle Basketball — The small court squeezed between buildings on the rue Duperré, repainted in bold colors by the Pigalle fashion label and one of the most photographed courts in the world. Free to use, often crowded with photographers as well as players. (48.8821, 2.3355)
Terrain de Basket Street Ball Jemmapes — A street court on the quai de Jemmapes by the Canal Saint-Martin. Local games in a busy neighborhood, and a good place to ask about a run. (48.8770, 2.3657)
Hoops Factory — An indoor basketball center in Aubervilliers, just north of Paris, where you pay for court time. The fix for rain or a guaranteed full-court game. (48.9046, 2.3795)

The rest of the basketball courts in Paris — every one we hold

Basket Paris 14 (48.8340, 2.3148)
Carte Blanche 2001 (48.8574, 2.3306)
Equip Sport Location (Basketball) (48.8562, 2.2912)
Gymnase Jean Leclaire (48.8966, 2.3274)
Playground Paris 14 (48.8288, 2.3070)

City courts are free, but schools have them first

The city's open-air courts are usually TEP, terrains d'éducation physique, municipal sports grounds that are free to use but belong to local schools and clubs during their hours. That means weekday daytime is the least reliable time, and evenings and weekends are when pickup games happen. Lighting varies from court to court, so turn up before dark if you are unsure. For a game in the rain, the indoor halls outside the city are the dependable option.

Questions people ask

What are the best basketball courts in Paris?

Pigalle Basketball for the famous painted court, Terrain de Basket Street Ball Jemmapes for a canal-side game, and Hoops Factory for indoor play.

Are basketball courts in Paris free?

The municipal outdoor courts are free, though schools and clubs use many of them in the day. Indoor centers such as Hoops Factory charge for court time.

How many basketball courts are there in Paris?

Num's directory maps 8 basketball courts in Paris and nearby. The city has many more small courts in its public sports grounds.

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All 8 basketball courts in Paris, mapped.