Golf Courses on the Silver Coast
The Silver Coast is well known for its scenic beauty and beaches. It is also an International destination for golfers at all levels.
There are four excellent 18-hole courses, all located within the same area by the sea.
They all have a driving range and a practice area.
1. Praia d’el Rey Golf & Country Club
This 18-hole, par 73 course measures 6158 meters (white tee) and 4872 meters (red tee).
It was designed by Cabell B. Robinson.
It runs partly through pine forest, partly by the sea, where the wind can come into play.
The views over the Atlantic Ocean and Berlenga Islands are breathtaking.
Praia d’el Rey course is suitable even for beginners, but pleases the experienced players as well.
The lush fairways are relatively large and forgiving.
There is a golf shop and golf lessons are available.
The compound has restaurants, tennis courts, swimming pools and spa.
2. Royal Óbidos Spa & Golf
The Royal óbidos Golf Course is an 18-hole par 72 course. It measures 6416 meters from the white and 5024 meters from the red tee. It was designed by Seve Ballesteros. It runs through lush forests and terraces.
It has beautiful views over the Óbidos Lagoon.
The course is suitable for golfers at all levels.
Golf lessons are available as well.
The club house has a restaurant and there is also a swimming pool and a spa.
3. West Cliffs Golf Course
West Cliffs is the most challenging of the four Silver Coast courses. It was nominated the World’s Best New Course in 2017. The ocean views on this course are spectacular.
It was designed by Cynthia Dye. An 18-hole par 72 measures 5935 meters from the white and 4533 meters from the red tee.
The distances between the holes are relatively long.
Unless you are a straight hitter, you can easily find yourself in the thorny bushes, as the fairways are relatively narrow.
The club house has a golf shop, a restaurant and bar with panoramic views over the Atlantic Ocean.
Golf lessons are available as well.
4. Bom Sucesso Golf
This 18 hole par 72 measures 6228 meters from the white and 4842 meters from the white tee.
It was designed by Donald Steel.
The course is on a rugged slope and has enough challenge even for an experienced golfer, involving water as well.
There is a clubhouse with a restaurant and golf shop.
Golf lessons are available.
All of the four Silver Coast Golf Courses are pleasant. Which one might become your favourite?
The only way to find out is to play them!
They all offer annual memberships for individuals and couples.
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