GOLF
Close to Lagos you have a choice of five golf courses: Palmares, Boavista, Parque da Floresta, Morgado do Reguengo and Penina. As guests of our apartment you are entitled to discount prices at the golf courses of Palmares, Boavista and Morgado. All you have to do is introduce yourself as guest of our apartment D. Manuel I at the reception of the Marina Club and book the round of golf at the Marina Club. Currently Palmares is closed and is undergoing a major transformation. It will reopen to the public in July 2010.
Palmares
Located just a 10 minute drive from town, this golf course was created by Pennink overlooking the bay of Lagos and with views of the distant Monchique hills. For some, it is the jewel in the crown of Algarve, for others it is a must on their golf tour of Algarve. In recent years has been chosen for important competitions. To take advantage of the beautiful sight of the blossoming almond trees the Almond Blossom Amateur Tournament is held in February, attracting many visitors from Europe.
Course Data
Architect: Frank Pennink
Opened: 1975
Holes: 18
Par: 71
Length: 5.961 meters
Pro's: Luís Espadinha & José Dias
Requirements: A Handicap Certificate
Facilities: Driving Range, Putting and Chipping Green, Trolleys, Buggies, Club Hire, Pro-shop, Restaurant, Bar, Snack bar
Web: www.palmaresgolf.com
Boavista
This golf course is a 10 minute drive from Lagos and enjoys a beautiful location in the Western Algarve between Lagos and Praia da Luz. Its scenery is magnificent, with views of the Monchique hills. A visit to the lovely restaurant or to the snack bar/bistro will be the perfect end of a truly enjoyable day.
Course Data
Architect: Howard Swan
Opened: 2002
Holes: 18
Par: 71
Length: 5.751 meters
Facilities: Driving Range, Chipping Greens, Academia de Golfe (Golf Academy), Pro Shop, Snack-bar, Bar.
Web: www.boavistagolf.com
Parque da Floresta
Driving past Boavista Golf course on your way to Sagres is Parque da Floresta golf course designed by Pepe Gancedo, one of Spain's most famous architects. His philosophy of golf course construction is to introduce minimal alteration to the existing terrain.
Parque da Floresta offers magnificent views of the surrounding Algarve countryside and of the Atlantic Ocean beyond. It is situate not far from the Costa Vicentina Nature Reserve.
Course Data
Architect: Pepe Gancedo
Opened: 1987
Holes: 18
Par: 71
Length: 5673 meters
Requirements: Handicap certificate preferred
Dress Code: Soft spikes, tailored shorts and collared shirts only
Facilities: Driving Range, Putting Green, Pitching Area, Trolleys, Buggies, Club Hire, Pro-shop, Academy, Children's Nursery, Restaurant, Bar.
Web: www.parquedafloresta.com/golf
Morgado do Reguengo
To the north of Portimão, with views of the Monchique hills to the north, this is one of the newest golf courses.
Course Data
Architect: European Golf
Opened: 2003
Holes: 18
Par: 73
Length: 6.675 meters
Pro: Nelson Cavalheiro
Facilities: Driving Range, Putting Green, Buggies, Trolleys, Club Hire, Pro-shop, Golf Academy, Restaurant, Bar.
Web: www.portugalvirtual.pt/_golf/algarve/morgado.do.reguengo
Penina
Penina Hotel & Golf Resort has a championship golf course which was the first golf course to be built in Algarve. It is considered the most brilliant project of Sir Henry Cotton who was triple champion of the British Open. It also features two nine hole loops. It hosted several of the Portuguese Open Championships.
Course Data
Architect: Sir Henry Cotton
Opened: 1966
Holes: 18 (Championship Course)
Par: 73
Length: 6.273 meters
Pro's: Robert Liddle, José Lourenço Marcelino
Requirements: A Handicap Certificate.
Max: Men=28, Ladies=32
Dress Code: Soft spikes required
Facilities: Hotel, Driving Range, 3 Putting Greens, Pitching Area, Trolleys, Club Hire, Pro-shop, Restaurants, Bars.
Web: www.penina.com/golf-courses