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Quinta do Peru With the Arrábida mountains as its backdrop, the Quinta do Peru golf course offers amateurs a pleasant game, whilst also presenting a challenge for professionals. The course’s recognised quality has led to its hosting several events, including the Grande Final of the UAP Challenge Tour in 1995 and 1996. The front nine can be quite tricky, as the many trees and wild flowers need to be avoided. A real feature hole on this course is the par-3 eight. This 200-yard hole requires a precise shot over water to an undulating green. Aside from the great course, tourism is always popular in this region. Don’t forget to enjoy a drive or a walk through the Serra