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Quinta de Ria
Quinta da Ria
Quinta da Ria Golf situated in the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve has already been described by experienced golfers as the most beautiful course in the region . The Rocky Roquemore design is perched above the Ria Formosa estuary boasts views down to the sand bellow , with the tidal waters and the ever flowing currents across the Nature Reserve . The back nine holes are particularly impressive as it takes the player close to the beach , providing stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean . A game at Quinta da Ria must be accompanied by a good camera .
Quinta de Cima
From Quinta de Cima Golf the views are spectacular and inspiring : from any part of the course , both the sea and the Algarve Mountains are a delight to anyone ’ s eyes . Old centenary olive and carob trees , together with the surrounding orange trees and vineyards , maintain the originality of the region landscape . It looks like as if the course has been there since centuries ago . This is a protected area and hopefully will remain this way forever !
Quinta da Vale
Designed by Severiano Ballesteros , Quinta do Vale features an 18-hole Championship layout including 6 Par-5 ´ s , 6 Par- 4 ´ s and 6 Par-3 ´ s . The course has Bermuda grass fairways , Bent grass greens and the rough is abundant with Festuca & Ryegrass . Marvellously integrated into the landscape and with a great view over the Guadiana River , Quinta do Vale Golf Club sits in a natural valley and is always overlooked from the Clubhouse . At Quinta do Vale , players will notice Seve ´ s creativity as well as his promise : To please everyone no matter what their handicap is . Numerous dogleg holes , wide fairways and obstacles enhance the course quality and its breath-taking surroundings …

Algarve Mountains are a delight to anyone ’ s eyes

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