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“ Seve ’ s creativity is to the fore and his goal of pleasing all golfers , no matter their handicap , is well realised .”
DESTINATION GOLF PORTUGAL 2024
Quinta do Vale

Quinta da Cima

A championship course of lazy rhythm and hypnotic flow , Quinta de Cima Golf is embraced by centenary olive and carob trees , as well as orange groves and vineyards . It all combines to maintain the region ’ s original landscape and it is a charming course to play . It is also testing with the subtle movement and shape , and big undulating greens . Similar to its sibling , Quinta da Ria , the course was designed by Rocky Roquemore .

Quinta da Ria

Quinta da Ria Golf situated in the Ria Formosa Nature Reserve is often described by visiting golfers as one of the most beautiful courses in the region . The Rocky Roquemore design is perched above the Ria Formosa estuary with views over the sand and tidal waters of the Nature Reserve below . The carob and olive trees define fairways and establish the course ’ s rhythm while five lakes make timely appearances . The back nine are particularly impressive as they take you close to the beach , providing stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean .
“ Seve ’ s creativity is to the fore and his goal of pleasing all golfers , no matter their handicap , is well realised .”

Quinta do Vale

Designed by Seve Ballesteros , Quinta do Vale features an 18-hole championship layout of six par-5s , six par-4s and six par-3s . That alone promises quite the adventure . The course has Bermuda grass fairways , Bent grass greens and the rough has an abundance of Festuca & Ryegrass . Marvellously integrated into the landscape and with dramatic views over the Guadiana River , Quinta do Vale sits in a calm , natural valley and is always overlooked from the clubhouse . Seve ’ s creativity is to the fore and his goal of pleasing all golfers , no matter their handicap , is well realised .
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