Is Bad Ragaz Worth Building a Padel Center In?

As of November 2026, Padelnomics counts one padel club in Bad Ragaz, Switzerland, or 256.8 padel courts per 100,000 residents, in a city of about 5,000 residents. Its Padelnomics Score, our rating of the opportunity for a new club, is 8 out of 100. Source: Padelnomics, from booking platforms, public map data and official population statistics.

Padel Venues
1
padelnomics Score
8.0/100
Courts/100K
256.8
Population
5K
Key takeaway: Bad Ragaz's padel market is well-supplied — a profitable new venue here needs a clear edge in location, facility quality, or ancillary services.

It depends on your concept — Bad Ragaz scores padelnomics Score 8.0/100. The market is comparatively well-served, but differentiation through location and quality can pay off. This page breaks down what a padel investment in Bad Ragaz costs, what it returns, and how the local market compares — with a financial model you can adjust to your scenario.

The question that matters: given current pricing, occupancy, and build costs, what does a padel investment in Bad Ragaz actually return? The financial model below uses the national court prices and occupancy for Switzerland and the country's build costs; the figures measured in Bad Ragaz itself are in Research.

What Does a Padel Investment Cost in Bad Ragaz?

On national figures for Switzerland, here is what a padel center investment in Bad Ragaz looks like:

Bad Ragaz, CH Investment Breakdown
Item Amount Detail
Padel Courts CHF 305,500 13×dbl + 0×sgl
Shipping CHF 19,740
Floor Preparation CHF 11,500
HVAC Upgrade CHF 19,500
Lighting Upgrade CHF 9,500
Fit-Out & Reception CHF 38,500
Permits & Compliance CHF 21,000
Equipment CHF 5,546
Working Capital CHF 14,500
Miscellaneous CHF 5,640
Contingency (10%) CHF 45,093
Total CAPEX CHF 496,019
Per Court CHF 38,155
Per m² CHF 134
LTV 0%
Equity CHF 496,019
Loan CHF 0
Total CHF 496,019

Construction costs vary significantly depending on whether you build an indoor or outdoor facility. Indoor halls in Switzerland run considerably higher — structural build, ventilation, and lighting drive the cost. Outdoor courts are cheaper to construct but limit your operating season and revenue potential. The number of courts is the single biggest lever on total investment: each additional court lowers the per-court cost, but increases your total capital at risk.

Revenue Potential in Bad Ragaz

Bad Ragaz, CH Revenue & Operating Costs

Revenue Model

Weighted Rate CHF 45/hr
Utilization Target 30%
Booked Hours/mo 1,810

Monthly OPEX

Item Monthly Detail
Rent CHF 25,970 3710m² × CHF 7/m²
Insurance CHF 500
Electricity CHF 560
Heating CHF 380
Water CHF 220
Maintenance CHF 520
Cleaning CHF 520
Marketing / Software / Misc CHF 600
Staff CHF 12,350 13 × CHF 950
Total Monthly OPEX CHF 41,620

Monthly Summary

Gross Revenue CHF 94,644
Booking Fees −CHF 8,179
Net Revenue CHF 86,464
Operating Costs −CHF 41,620
EBITDA CHF 44,844
Debt Service CHF 0
Net Cash Flow CHF 44,844

Revenue depends on three factors: court rental pricing, occupancy rates, and ancillary income (coaching, retail, food & beverage). Utilisation swings sharply by time of day and season — evenings and weekends tend to run at or near capacity, while weekday mornings and afternoons have idle courts. Per-venue median hourly rates, booked occupancy over time, and the spread across facilities are part of Padelnomics Research — the inputs above are calibrated from that data.

Financial Returns

Bad Ragaz, CH Returns & Financing

Return Metrics

IRR (5yr) 99.3%
MOIC 12.09x
Payback 18 months
Cash-on-Cash 112.9%
Yield on Cost 117.4%
EBITDA Margin 52%

Exit Analysis

Exit Value (6.0x EBITDA) CHF 3,494,934
Remaining Loan CHF 0
Net Exit CHF 3,494,934

Financing

Loan Amount CHF 0
Rate / Term 5.0% / 10yr
Monthly Payment CHF 0

The return metrics above show how quickly your investment pays back and what long-term return you can expect. IRR (Internal Rate of Return) is the key metric — it accounts for the time value of money and lets you compare against alternative investments like real estate or equities. A payback period under 5 years is considered solid in the padel industry. These numbers use national figures for Switzerland. Adjust the assumptions in the planner to model your specific scenario.

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Market Context

With 256.8 courts per 100K residents, Bad Ragaz has a relatively high padel density. This indicates a proven market with demonstrated demand — but also more competition for new entrants. Differentiation through location, facility quality, or pricing strategy becomes the key success factor.

Padel is growing rapidly across Europe — many markets are seeing venue counts double within a few years. The sport's relatively low barriers to entry (less space than tennis, faster learning curve for players) continue to drive expansion.

Bad Ragaz Market Overview

Metric Value
Courts 13
Courts per 100K residents 256.8
Venues 1
Venues per 100K residents 19.8
padelnomics Score 8.0/100
Data Confidence 100%

FAQ

Is Bad Ragaz a good location for a padel center?

Bad Ragaz scores 8.0/100 on the padelnomics Score, which evaluates investment potential based on supply gaps, catchment reach, market maturity, and sports culture. A lower score indicates a well-served market — differentiation through location, quality, or pricing becomes critical. Use the Padelnomics planner to model your specific assumptions.

What is the return on investment for a padel center in Bad Ragaz?

ROI depends on build cost, court count, pricing, and occupancy assumptions. The defaults in the model above are calibrated from current market and booking data for Bad Ragaz; the specific city- and venue-level inputs (median rates, per-venue occupancy, price trends) are part of Padelnomics Research. Adjust the inputs in the planner to see how your scenario compares.

How much does it cost to build a padel center in Bad Ragaz?

Total investment depends on venue type (indoor vs outdoor), land costs, and local construction standards in Switzerland. Typical benchmarks: an indoor court costs around CHF 23,500 for court equipment plus building and fit-out; outdoor courts are significantly cheaper. Use the financial planner for a detailed Bad Ragaz cost breakdown.

How many padel courts are there in Bad Ragaz?

Bad Ragaz has 13 padel courts across 1 venues. With a population of 5K, that translates to 256.8 courts per 100,000 residents.

What are typical padel court rental prices in Bad Ragaz?

Padel prices in Bad Ragaz vary between peak and off-peak hours, indoor vs outdoor facilities, and facility quality. City- and venue-level medians, P25–P75 spreads, and occupancy rates are part of Padelnomics Research — the inputs in the financial model above are calibrated from that data.

How does Bad Ragaz compare to other Switzerland cities?

Bad Ragaz's padelnomics Score of 8.0/100 reflects its investment potential among tracked Switzerland cities. See the Switzerland market overview for a full comparison across cities.

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