Destination Golf Portugal 2021
Where to Play
Vidago
Introduced in 1936 , Vidago Palace is an established golf course that plays an important role in the golf product of Northern Portugal . The new layout was redesigned by Cameron & Powell , often praised for their specialist work in golf course design . They extended the course to a full eighteen hole , par-72 layout , that kept with the overall visual and spiritual charm of its natural smooth terrain . But Vidago Palace saves the best to last , as the final four holes are nothing short of breath taking , boasting fantastic views of its panorama , the Vidago Palace and the remote villages in the distance .
Did you know ?
Nine new holes were added in 2011 ( following a multimillion hotel refurbishment ) and the finishing stretch ( 14-18 ) is now one of the very best you ’ ll find .
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Ponte de Lima
Ponte De Lima Golf Course is located some distance inland , away from the punishing northerly winds that can be gruelling on the links courses . It is a typically mountainous course that is set in heavily wooded terrain , distinctive to northern Portugal . Built in 1995 , this par-71 course is spread across a vast six kilometres terrain , abundant in vegetation and it possesses some restored mansions that serve as service facilities . The two 9 ’ s are dissimilar in design , the first nine set amongst age-old trees that passes though a raving , and the second nine are situated in the valley of Quinta de Pias , enclosed by vineyards , cornfields and apple and pear trees .
Did you know ?
The front nine are so explosive you may want to consider hiring a buggy . Mountainous … and marvellous .
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