Portugal welcomes millions of tourists every year, with many simply looking to enjoy the lovely climate, the beaches, the seafood, and the culture.
Its gorgeous courses are a well-kept secret to Americans, but this is a favorite destination for European golfers because of the superb selection of golf courses and resorts that have emerged over the last 40 years. It is home to some stunning golf resorts along the Algarve as well as scenic courses further north around Lisbon and beyond.
Golf
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Oitavos Dunes Golf Course
Designed by the legendary Arthur Hills to blend seamlessly with nature and the magnificent sand dunes beside the Atlantic Ocean.
“#55 in the World, #1 in Portugal” -Golf Magazine, Top 100 Courses in the World
Providing a true links experience, Oitavos Dunes’ setting is dramatic with magnificent views of the Sintra Mountains, the Atlantic Ocean and Cabo da Roca.
There are few golf thrills like teeing up for the first time on Oitavos Dunes, whether you are skirting the scenic sand dunes, threading the umbrella pines, or challenging the wind.
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Monte Rei Golf Course
Set in 1,000 acres in the Eastern Algarve, between the Serra do Caldeirão mountains and the Atlantic Ocean lies a haven of peace and tranquillity that is the jewel in the crown of Portugese Golf. The Monte Rei Golf and Country Club.
In addition to the Jack Nicklaus Signature Course, consistently rated number one in Portugal, and a magnificent clubhouse Monte Rei also offers state of the art luxury accommodation to suit all tastes. Designed and built to the highest specification these villas and apartments provide an enviable place to live and play in a private and secure hideaway.
Having already established the North Course as the best course in Portugal, Monte Rei has begun construction on its South Course, another 18-hole Jack Nicklaus Signature Course. Cementing its place at the pinnacle of European golf resorts, Monte Rei will be one in a select list of clubs worldwide to have two Jack Nicklaus Signature courses.
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West Cliffs Golf Course
An Outstanding Course to Challenge the Most Passionate Golfers
The varied landscape and natural terrain was maintained undisturbed as possible to create a unique and world class 18-hole seaside links golf course alongside the silver coast. Rolling sand dunes interspersed with coastal vegetation, while the pine groves overlook the ocean from above. This privileged and exclusive location will mesmerise and challenge you to tame the forces of nature and perfect your game.
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Praia D’El Rei Golf Course
Praia D’El Rey is arguably one of the most stunning golf courses in Europe. Set among extensive pine forests and undulating dunes, with spectacular views over the Atlantic and the Berlengas Islands beyond.
The 18-hole golf course was designed by the renowned American golf architect Cabell B.Robinson and was inaugurated on 14th June 1997. Deep bunkers, sloping greens and sandy dunes contrast sharply with the lush fairways, making it the complete golfing challenge.