Open Sud de France Tournament Guide 2023

The Open Sud de France is an indoor hard court tennis tournament held in the beautiful city of Montpellier, France. Many great players have played there, from French star Gaël Monfils to US Open finalist Alexander Zverev.

It is one of the biggest sporting events in Montpellier after moving there from Lyon in 2010 and is greatly anticipated across the whole city. It is a great opportunity to see some of the best tennis players in the world and to explore a wonderful city which is why I’ve put together this guide so you can learn everything you need to know.

Open Sud de France Overview

Where is the Open Sud de France Played?

The Open Sud de France is a men’s ATP 250 tennis tournament played on indoor hard courts. The tournament is held at the Sud de France Arena in Montpellier, France and has a seating capacity of 7,500.

When is the Open Sud de France Played?

The Open Sud de France begins on the 5th of February 2023 and finishes on the 12th of February 2023. It is the first indoor tournament on the ATP calendar.

Who are the Previous Open Sud de France Champions?

Who’s Playing in the Open Sud de France in 2023?

The Open Sud de France has recently announced some of the top players coming to Montpellier in 2023.

World no.11 and Paris Masters winner Holger Rune is expected to play at the Montpellier tournament this year definitely being one of the favorites to take out the title. Defending champion Alexander Bublik is also expected to play as he looks to win his 2nd career title.

It has not yet been confirmed, but we are hoping to see the familiar face of Richard Gasquet competing at the Open Sud de France in 2023 as he looks to win another title in Montpellier.

Le prodige @holgerrune2003 sera à Montpellier en février ! 🎾@Occitanie @Montpellier3m @FFTennis @LigueOccTennis pic.twitter.com/zzbD2yStba

— Open Sud de France – Montpellier (@OpenSuddeFrance) November 24, 2022

Open Sud de France Draw 2023

The draw for the 2023 Open Sud de France can be seen below:

Open Sud de France Prize Money and Ranking Points

Prize Money

Ranking Points

How Do I Get Open Sud de France Tickets?

Ticket options for the Open Sud de France can be found on the official Open Sud de France website which will then redirect you to Ticketmaster.

General Public: These are your regular tickets for the event. Prices start at €7 for the first few days of the tournament and then increase in price as you get to the later stages of the tournament. Prices will also vary depending on where you choose to sit.

Unlimited Tennis Pass: The Unlimited Tennis Pass gives you access to all 58 matches across the week (including singles and doubles) as well as free access to the Sud de France VIP Village. You also get to have fun during the 6 Tennis Clubbin’ evenings organized in the VIP Village and you get a -25% discount in the Open Sud de France official store!

Prices for these tickets are either €210 or €298 depending on where you choose to sit.

Finals Pass: This gives you access to all the quarter-final, semi-final and final matches. These are on the 10th, 11th and 12th of February 2023.

Prices for these tickets are either €97 or €154 depending on where you choose to sit.

Where Should I Stay for the Open Sud de France?

There is lots of beautiful accommodation on offer in Montpellier so you won’t be stuck for options. The Sud de France Arena is just outside the heart of the city, but I’ve ensured that each accommodation has easy transport access to the venue.

Budget Friendly

• Brit Hotel Montpellier Parc Expo: Budget-friendly hotel 5-minute walk away from the arena.

• Eurotel Parc Expo Airport Montpellier: Pretty 3-star hotel with a good restaurant area.

• Ibis Styles Montpellier: 3-star hotel with lovely bedroom decor.

High End

• Hôtel Plage Palace & Spa: stunning 5-star hotel on the water only a short drive from the venue.

• Hôtel Richer De Belleval: 5-star hotel in a beautiful location right in the heart of the city.

• Domaine de Verchant & Spa: Beautiful vineyard hotel with amazing surroundings and a stunning pool.

What to do in Montpellier

Montpellier is a beautiful part of France that is worth visiting. It has some very impressive 17th century architecture as well as incredible vineyards. If you get the chance to explore the city, I’d recommend it.

Private Bike-Taxi Tour of Montpellier

Explore the amazing architecture of Montpellier with this private bike-taxi tour. You get to see all the famous attractions of this French city such as Place de la Comedie and Porte du Peyrou and many more.

The tour will also come with an audio guide through a bluetooth speaker that will teach you about the history of each attraction. You will also get many photo opportunities throughout the tour so you can make your friends and family back home jealous.

Your driver will also give you good recommendations on the best places for lunch and dinner in the city.

Wine Tasting with Guided Electric Bike Tour

How could you not visit Montpellier without a wine tour?

Ride through the vineyards of the famous Pic Saint Loup on electric bikes with a tour guide whilst admiring the beautiful views of the Le Causse de L’Hortus. Then enjoy the delicious wines that the Pic Saint Loup has to offer.

But it doesn’t stop there. Your tour guide, Lionel, will also show you around the beautiful local towns making for a very enjoyable tour and a great experience.

How is the Weather in Montpellier?

The Open Sud de France takes place during February which is Winter in the South of France. This means you can expect temperatures averaging around 15°C with a good chance of rain. Whilst the temperatures are not ideal, you don’t get the constant dampness and bleakness you get in other parts of France.

However, the weather won’t be a problem for the Open Sud de France as it is an indoor tournament so won’t be affected by the weather.

How Do I Watch the Open Sud de France?

You can watch all the matches from the Open Sud de France on TennisTV.

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