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Golf Courses
Vilamoura offers some of the finest golf courses in Europe set amongst
splendid scenery and thoughtfully laid out throughout
the nature reserve. The courses offer a variety of features
and tests that will please both experienced and occasional
golfer alike. There can be few finer golfing locations
with 5 existing courses to choose from, and a sixth, designed
by Arnold Palmer soon to be completed, all around 2 1/2
hours flying time from the UK.
Vilamoura must be the centre for your golfing holiday.
Additionally there are 8 other Championship courses within
a 15 minute drive of Vilamoura.
We are able to offer attractive discounts and preferential
tee times on pre-booked rounds of golf.
 The Old Course
18 holes, Par 73, Length: 6,254 metres
Amenities:
Clubhouse, Golf Shop, Driving Range, Putting Green, Bar/Restaurant
The Old Course was designed by English
golf architect, Frank Pennink. Opened in 1969, it was
completely refurbished in 1996, when several improvements
were introduced and a new clubhouse built. The course
is renowned for the way the designer skilfully utilised
the natural contours of the land, maintaining the native
vegetation, consisting mainly of pine woods. This is one
of the courses in Portugal that will always stand out
in the memory of visiting golfers.
 Pinhal
18 holes, Par 72, Length: 6,151 metres
Amenities:
Clubhouse, Golf Shop, Driving Range, Putting Green, Bar/Restaurant
 The
Pinhal Golf Course was opened in 1976. The original course
was designed by English architect, Frank Pennink, and
in 1985, the famous Americal architect, Robert Trent Jones,
introduced several modifications. As a result, different
styles are apparent in the layout. The first nine holes
wind through umbrella pine woods while the back nine,
returning gently uphill, move through terrain that opens
up to magnificent sea views. After completing your game,
the new clubhouse is something to be enjoyed.
 Laguna
18 holes, Par 72, Length: 6,133 metres
Amenities:
Clubhouse, Golf Shop, Driving Range, Putting Green, Bar/Restaurant
The Laguna
Golf Course comprises holes of widely varied playing conditions,
a typical trait of American designer, Joseph Lee. This applies
to both the opening nine holes, inaugurated in 1990, and
the back nine, which were ready to play in 1993. Unlike
the other Vilamoura courses, Laguna is located on relatively
flat, open terrain. The basis of its modern design is strategic
placement of bunkers and water hazards, which demand accuracy
of play.
 Millennium
18 holes, Par 72, Length: 6,143 metres
Amenities:
Clubhouse, Golf Shop, Driving Range, Putting Green, Bar/Restaurant
 The
Millennium Golf Course was designed by English architect,
Martin Hawtree, and opened in May 2000. A great deal of
forethought went into the planning and Millennium course
is surely destined to become one of the most attractive
courses built to date in Portugal. In a beautiful setting
within the pine woods and natural countryside, it has a
layout that offers variety and interest for the golfer.
 Victoria
Clube de Golfe
18 holes, Par 72, Length: 6,560 metres
Host to the World Golf Cup 2005
Architect: Arnold Palmer
Facilities :
ClubHouse, pro-shop, valet service, restaurant, bar, buggy
bar in the course , putting-green, driving-range with
bunker and chipping area.
Here, Arnold Palmer and his team designed one of the most
spectacular golf courses in Europe. There are 22 lakes with
an overall area of
12 hectares, and along their banks aquatic plants harbour
dozens of species of birds that thrive in this kind of habitat.
The putting-green is huge, measuring almost 2500 m²
and is certainly one of the largest anyone in our party
had ever seen. After warming up at the driving-range with
an access route paved with red Tartan that contrasts with
its verdant borders, we approached the first tee for our
final round at Vilamoura.
The 10th hole is a superb par-4 with a green that seems
to float above a lake. This is the start of the fantastic
“Victoria corner”, a sequence of four holes
skirting a large 600-metre long lake. You need to execute
a variety of shots, especially those from the “beach
bunkers”– a Palmer trademark– where the
white sand stands out against the green grassy areas. Following
these holes, the relatively  short
par-4 14th has a double fairway to choose from, but the
green is simply breathtaking, as if suspended over water.
The 17th hole is a long par-5, over 500 metres in length,
and in the right hand rough is a series of waterfalls,
the beauty of which can easily divert your attention from
playing.
The first hole, with a green framed by a number of olive
trees, is typical of the difference between the two loops.
The clubhouse is another feature to be discovered. The façade
is reminiscent of an aqueduct, behind which is a vast terrace.
There is bar service even in the locker rooms where golfers
can order drinks before or after playing. This is where
we calculated the winnings and losses of our week’s
golf in Vilamoura. Then we concluded our stay with a magnificent
dinner in the restaurant, decorated in the style of an 18th
century mansion, where the leather chair backs are artistically
engraved with the letter ‘V’ for Victoria. golf
course builder, was awarded the construction contract.
PRICES 2008
| Course |
Low
Jul/Aug |
Medium
May/
June/Sept |
High
Oct |
| Old Course |
£56 |
£72 |
£85 |
| Pinhal |
£38 |
£48 |
£52 |
| Laguna |
£35 |
£45 |
£48 |
| Millennium |
£40 |
£52 |
£55 |
| Victoria |
£74 |
£95 |
£115 |
| Vila Sol |
£50 |
£65 |
£70 |
| Vila Sol Guests |
£45 all year |
| Course |
15 Feb - 31 May |
1 Sep - 31 Oct |
1 Jun - 31 Aug |
| Quinta North & South |
£65 |
£70 |
£52 |
RULES
Handicap certificates are necessary on all courses
Maximum handicaps allowed - men 28, ladies 36. Except Vila Sol - men 27, ladies 35
Soft spikes are mandatory
Dress Code: Trousers or tailored shorts, polo shirts and golf shoes.
Click here for our range golf packages and prices.
We are able to arrange preferential tee times to suit our
clients and a variety of reduced price packages, so depending
on your itinerary we will endeavour to offer full flexibility.
Additionally available to you is tuition by a fully qualified
English speaking local golf professional, fully equipped
practice facilities, equipment and buggy hire and also
competitions and golf clinics for larger groups of golfers.
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