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BU D A P E S T
B U D A P ES T
GREENFIELD GOLF CLUB The Greenfield Golf Club located in the popular spa resort of
Bük-fürdő, Western Hungary, 2 hours driving from centre of Budapest. One of the most chal-
lenging golf courses in Europe. The international 18- hole championship Greenfield Golf course
is the first quality course in Hungary, which is famous all over Europe for its beauty. The course
is situated on 100 hectares, of which 7 hectares are covered with water. The course is home
to several bird species, even protected ones. Greenfield Hotel Golf & Spa of Bükfürdő lies in
the heart of the Western Hungarian thermal region, which is famous for its hot water springs.
207 high-quality rooms and 1180 sqm of terrace are waiting for their guests. The picturesque
environment of the hotel consists of 1.000.000 sqm of hotel-owned park grounds, more than
10.000 aspens, over 100 different species of birds, 7 lakes, 6040 sqm spa-world (3500 sqm of
it indoor), 7 pools, 700 sqm water surface, 10 different attractions in our 1000 sqm Greenfield
Sauna-World. In our therapy and the beauty farm we offer nearly 80 medicinal, pampering and
cosmetic treatments. Type: 18 holes; PAR: 72; Landscape: parkland
ZALA SPRINGS GOLF RESORT Zala Springs Golf Resort is the latest Robert Trent Jones II golf
course being built in Central Europe, opened in September, 2015. It is 200 km from Budapest. The
challenging 18 hole championship golf course has been designed around the resort properties,
clubhouse, nature reserves and lakes guaranteeing a great game of golf with breathtaking views.
The par 72 course built with full USGA specifications, lush fairways and gently undulating greens
will create a true test of golfing skills. Lakes and streams come into play on various holes on the golf
course while a variety of tees allow the course to be played at all levels. The course measures 6500
meters from the championship tees. The driving range consits of an 18 hole putting green, pitching
green and practice bunker. The main practice area has 12 covered bays for the winter season and a
70 open air and grass practice area. The clubhouse consists of reception area, changing rooms, pro
shop, tv room, cigar room, spike bar. The lounge area also consists of a bistro restaurant. A unique
feature will be the wine tasting center and cellar - a showcase for the industry with reserved vinta-
ges and unique opportunities for residents and members to acquire and store some of the finest
wines of the country. On the first floor a fine dining restaurant has been created also with the pos-
sibility to organize events in a private dining area. Type: 18 holes; PAR: 72; Landscape: semi links
HENCSE NATIONAL GOLF & CC Hencse National Golf and Country Club is situated in
the heart of the beautiful, protected Zselic region,200 kilometers from Budapest, in
South Western Hungary which boasts what are probably the best natural reserves in
the world. Hungary’s fourth golf course opened its doors to golfers for the first time in
July 1994. The championship course, developed on 91 beautiful hectares within the na-
tional park, stretches 6232 meters and is an ideal venue for international tournaments.
The layout of the course is divided into two sections. Holes 1-5 and 15-18, typical of the
idyllic Zselic region, boast sloping hills. Alternatively, holes 6-14 offer a more relaxed,
even terrain. The Country House Hotel and its facilities are heaven for golfers. Type:
18 holes; PAR: 72; Landscape: undulating - hilly with water hazards
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