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PORTO E NORTE
Porto e Norte is a region rich in history, charm, and natural beauty, offering dramatic mountain landscapes, rolling hills, river valleys, and vibrant cultural experiences.
At its heart is the city of Porto, a captivating destination renowned for its historic architecture, riverside atmosphere, and worldfamous port wine.
Porto’ s UNESCO-listed historic center invites visitors to wander through narrow streets, colorful squares, and iconic landmarks such as the Dom Luís I Bridge, São Bento Railway Station with its stunning azulejo tiles, and the hilltop Porto Cathedral. The lively Ribeira district along the Douro River is perfect for enjoying waterfront cafés, local cuisine, and scenic views.
Beyond the city lies the breathtaking Douro Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for terraced vineyards, historic wine estates, and river cruises offering unforgettable scenery. Charming towns such as Pinhão and Peso da Régua provide opportunities for wine tastings and authentic cultural encounters.
The region is also a paradise for food lovers, featuring fresh seafood and traditional dishes such as bacalhau, francesinha, and pastel de nata. With year-round festivals, cultural events, and world-class wine experiences, Porto e Norte is a truly unmissable destination. Porto Golf Destination offers a Porto Golf Pass to its five courses.
Oporto Golf Club
terrain, and prevailing coastal winds demand accuracy and creativity. Situated near the beaches of Espinho, the club is also famous for hosting the prestigious Skeffington Cup since 1891.
Redesigned by Cameron & Powell, Vidago Palace is an elegant parkland course set within a scenic valley. Now a full par-72 championship layout, the course combines natural beauty with strategic design, culminating in four spectacular finishing holes offering dramatic views and memorable shot-making. The iconic Vidago Palace Hotel beside the 18th green enhances the overall experience.
Axis Golf Ponte de Lima is set inland among rolling hills, forests, and vineyards, this par-71 course offers a striking contrast to coastal golf. With significant elevation changes and varied terrain, the front nine winds through woodland and ravines, while the back nine flows through open valley landscapes. A restored mansion clubhouse adds charm and character.
Located just 30 minutes from Porto, Amarante is a scenic par- 68 course set against the dramatic Marão and Aboboreira mountain ranges. Waterfalls, lakes, and elevation changes define this layout, which has previously hosted Portugal’ s National PGA Championships and remains a rewarding challenge in a spectacular setting.
Estela
GOLF COURSES Estela is a true links experience and a favourite among purists. Set along three kilometres of sandy Atlantic coastline, this par-72 championship course delivers classic links conditions with fast greens, coastal winds, rugged rough, and natural dunes. Located just 20 minutes from Porto Airport in Póvoa de Varzim, Estela offers dramatic seaside golf with beautifully crafted holes that challenge and reward in equal measure.
Founded in 1890, Oporto Golf Club is Portugal’ s oldest course and one of Europe’ s most historic links layouts. This par-71 course may be shorter than modern designs, but narrow fairways, undulating
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