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Golf in Italy

Golf Holidays to Italy

The Italian experience is sure to be extremely fulfilling with some of the finest cuisine, architecture, fashion, fine golf courses and natural scenery in Europe if not the world. From the historic capital of Rome where some of the world’s most famous buildings stand such as the Roman colosseum and the Vatican to the extremely fashionable city of Milan where the exclusive brands of Armani and Gucci hail from. Golf breaks to Italy are becoming more popular year on year.

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Away from the hustle and bustle of the busy cities there are many other unique places to visit, a wonderful example is the city of Venice which appears to be floating due to the network of canals throughout. Further afield is the wonderful region of Tuscany with the fine cuisine and arts it will not go unappreciated, especially if a visit to the romantic city of Florence is taken in. The must see Italian lakes of Garda and Como provide both non golfing and golf tourists alike with a fantastic opportunity to see some of the natural world’s finest scenery. Italy has witnessed a boom in tourism over the past years, which is in no small part down to the availability of cheaper direct flights from across Europe and the world.

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Golf courses in Italy

Par: 71, Holes: 9, 6,000m

Bellosguardo Golf Club Vinci

BELLOSGUARDO GOLF CLUB VINCI
The course was designed by Alvise Rossi Fioravanti and opened in 2006. Known for its wine production and oil quality, this estate in the heart of Tuscany now has the integrated farming with an elegant farmhouse located inside in a prestigious facility complete with all comforts.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,172m

Bologna Golf Club

BOLOGNA GOLF CLUB
For centuries, Bologna has been one of the top cities for students and although not one of Italys leading tourist destinations, there is no shortage of significant landmarks and museums. It is also one of the country’s top areas for food and drink. If we we then add to this the regional industrial activity and that of the neighbouring city of Modena, then the scarcity of golf courses might come as something of a surprise. Opened some fifty years ago, this course was laid out by C.K. Cotton and John Harris over rolling terrain at the foot of the Apennines. Its overall shape is reminiscent of British inland courses, with greens well protected by bunkers and nothing particularly original about the layout as a whole. Your certainly wouldn’t come here just for the thrills of striking visual beauty, but the moderation in the layout of hazards makes this a pleasant course for almost every player. Only the very best might rue the absence of a tougher challenge.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,351m

Castelfalfi Golf Club Toscana Resort

CASTELFALFI GOLF CLUB TOSCANA RESORT
In the last few months an 18-hole and a 9-hole golf course and surrounding grounds have been laid out in the heart of Tuscany between Pisa and Florence. The golf courses are set in the 1,100 hectar grounds of the Castelfalfi Estate, consisting of a Borgo with Castello, vineyard and olive grove. The course, which was over 20 years old and was originally designed by Mancinelli, needed to be remodelled. By moving the location of the clubhouse to the centre of the two golf courses with spectacular views of the Castello, the way was clear for a complete redesign.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 5,672m

Firenze Ugolino Circolo Golf

FIRENZE UGOLINO CIRCOLO GOLF
In 1889, the British colony in Florence founded the Florence Golf Club, the first golfing association in Italy. The course was in the Cascine area of Florence itself and in 1905 the first Italian National Championship was held there. Immediately after WWI, the Golf Club transferred its premises to the area next to where the airport stands today, at Osmannoro. The idea of creating a new course began taking shape in the twenties and at the beginning of the thirties, Ugolino was founded on the Via Chiantigiana in 1933 and was designed by British architects Blandford and Gannon who had also designed the course at Monza near Milan. The course was par 69 but was considered difficult, owing to the ups and downs, the many trees and the small greens. In the sixties the course was turned into a par 72 by Piero Mancinelli. The clubhouse was built by Architect Gerardo Bosio who designed a structure fully functional and enjoyable to this day.

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Par: 71, Holes: 18, 5,551m

Golf Club Toscana Il Pelagone

GOLF CLUB TOSCANA IL PELAGONE
Surrounded by silvery olive trees and outlined by endless rows of cypress trees, a challenging golf course that fits perfectly into the landscape. This is a perfect new 18 holes golf establishment with international standards, golf school, large driving range, 2 putting greens offers professional golfers as well as beginners all the essential requirements. Cordial Golf Residence Il Pelagone, a golf resort in typical Tuscany style, is found in the heart of Tuscany, its unique atmosphere and excellent food is the perfect environment to a successful course.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,480m

Le Fonti Golf Club

Le Fonti golf club, golf holiday in Italy

Le Fonti Golf club is situated in the fascinating Sillaro Valley, with a mild and pleasant microclimate, surrounded by gently rolling hills.

The course, which stretches for a total of 6,480 metres, has 18 holes and is par 72, and is extremely varied and entertaining both for experienced players and beginners. The clubhouse provides catering services within excellent restaurant that develops the local traditions of food and wine with flair and impeccable hospitality.

Together with the surrounding area, the course, overlooking the spa facilities and on the outskirts of the medieval town, offers an ample variety of opportunities for fine dining, recreation, cultural activities, sports and music that allow guests to enjoy a pleasant and unforgettable stay.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,004m

Le Madonie Golf Course

LE MADONIE GOLF COURSE
This international standard 18 holes golf course 6004 meters, par 72 and was designed by Luigi Rota Caremoli. The layout consists of 5 artificial lakes, a wonderful collection of bunkers, the unusual rough characteristics of more than 3000 olive trees, a mix of 2000 orang and lemon trees and about 100 carob trees which makes this quite a challenging experience for every player. It is equipped with a putting green, a pitching green, a chipping green and a driving range with 26 teeing places.

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Par: 70, Holes: 18, 5,514m

Molino del Pero Golf Course

MOLINO DEL PERO GOLF COURSE
The technically demanding course has small, tricky greens despite the widespread fairways, which makes the game entertaining for experts and beginners likewise. The steep rise from the Savena-Valley to the first holes is also called – The stairway to Heaven.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,040m

Punta Ala Golf Club

PUNTA ALA GOLF CLUB
The Punta Ala Golf Club was founded in the spring of 1964. Its splendid eighteen hole course, designed by Giulio Cavalsani, overlooks the sea. As well as the beautiful view, the course has many natural slopes and an impressive array of trees, which include evergreens, pines, cork trees, old oaks, not to mention many bushes. All of these offer the player obstacles which are challenging, to say the least. The total length is some 6,040 meters and par for the course is 72. The fairways and greens are maintained to provide perfect playing conditions. These are guaranteed by the clubs automatic sprinkling system and the attention of the full-time ground-staff. For these reasons, it is possible to play golf at Punta Ala throughout the year. The club is particularly active during the summer months when a number of international tournaments are held.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,101m

Royal Golf La Bagnaia

ROYAL GOLF LA BAGNAIA
In the enchanting atmosphere of the Tuscan countryside just 12 kilometers south-west of Siena, one finds La Bagnaia, a medieval hamlet where history, art and culture still live side by side, pleasing to both body and mind. The estate, 1100 hectares 600 of which is woodland, seems as if enchanted. A magical landscape in which deer, hares, pheasants and horses roam free? Immersed in the glorious landscape, between the Maremma and the many celebrated destinations between Florence and Siena, one can find peace, in the height of luxury. This tranquillity is further enhanced by the professional and courteous staff and the comforts of the latest technology. History, culture, tradition, nature, elegance, harmony, exclusivity: La Bagnaia is all of these.

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Par: 72, Holes: 18, 6,294m

Terme di Saturnia Golf Club

TERME DI SATURNIA GOLF CLUB
Terme di Saturnia Golf Course was developed by the Californian architect Ronald Fream of Golfplan. The championship course, 18 holes, par 72, 6,294 m is set over 70 hectares at just 100 meters from Terme di Saturnia hotel. The course has been built to respect and safeguard local nature with the aim of earning the Italian Federation´s ecological certification. The construction of the course has had absolutely no effect on local fauna, with deer, porcupines, hares, tortoises, pheasants, carious local species of dove and pigeon, wild boars and countless other Maremman birds visible in the early hours of the morning. Artificial lakes and natural ditches throughout the golf course have in turn attracted other species. The terrain is partly flat with same gentle slopes and a few slightly undulating fairways. The course is home to three streams and some larger water hazards at holes 1, 2, 3, 9, and 18, with sand bunkers that resemble Scottish lynxes and the green predominantly surrounded by gentle mounts are technically and aesthetically very impressive.

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Resorts in Italy

Argentario Resort Golf & Spa

Argentario Resort Golf & Spa

This superb boutique resort with golf course and wellness centre is in southern Tuscany between Rome and Pisa. The rooms are chic and stylish, each featuring a terrace with views of the golf course or Monte Argentario and there is also an exclusive three-bedroom cottage. The Dama Dama Restaurant offers Tuscan and Italian cuisine, with particular attention to the culinary traditions of the region. The large outdoor areas include a panoramic terrace, a swimming pool and tennis courts. The region with its charming traditional villages and unspoilt coastline is well worth exploring.

Golf

Argentario is a challenging course with small greens and has hosted various prestigious golf tournaments including the Ladies Italian Open. It is in a picturesque setting in a nature reserve and has won awards for its bio eco-compatibility. It is a relatively flat course with two contrasting nines, the front 9 has elevated tee positions and lots of water hazards with views of Orbetello lagoon and the back 9 plays towards Monte Argentario.

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Is Molas Resort

Is Molas

Is Molas Hotel is located 33 kilometres from Cagliari, near Pula. Thanks to its extraordinary panoramic position, it enjoys a magnificent view of the sea of Sardinia, the tower of Nora and the hills of Sulcis, cloaked in the colours and scents of the Mediterranean macchia. Open from March to November, Is Molas Hotel has 75 rooms and one suite. The rooms are laid out on three levels and frame the garden, with its lawn and typical Sardinian shrubs, like a theatre. From the reception you enter the hall, with its indoor bar, open in the afternoon and evening. The atmosphere is welcoming, peaceful and cheerful, with an unmistakable Mediterranean touch. The dining room of the restaurant is at the disposal of the hotel’s guests for lunches and dinner. The cuisine offered by the chef of Is Molas Hotel to its guests is based on the local products of Pula and Sardinia: constantly changing recipes, inspired by the Mediterranean tradition and enriched with touches of the Orient, presented with great care. The restaurant can seat around 150 indoors and the same number in the terrace. From May to September the heart of the hotel is the garden laid out around the swimming pool, with an open-air bar sheltered by the wooden patio. The town of Pula, with its nightclubs, shops and the private beach of the Is Molas Beach Club, is just a few minutes from the hotel. The golf course of Is Molas with its 27 holes is only 100 metres from the reception.

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Verdura Golf & Spa Resort

VERDURA GOLF & SPA RESORT

Verdura Golf & Spa Resort, located on the south west coast of Sicily, offers an unparalleled style and sophistication for well-travelled clientele seeking a quiet or active getaway, romance, spending time with family or enjoying a few rounds of golf. The resort boasts 4 restaurants, a 4000 sqm Thalasso spa and two championship-level 18-hole courses and a 9-hole course, set amid olive and orange groves. Warmed by the Mediterranean sun, Verdura provides a year-round golfing destination and plays host to a variety of distinguished international tournaments including the PGA European Tour, Sicilian Open 2012.

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Lake Garda

The largest of the Italian lakes, Lake Garda is the perfect destination for a golf break and draws thousands of tourists each year. Situated centrally between Venice, Verona and Milan this area is easily reached by a number of airports, closest being Verona at only 15km but Milan and Venice airport are under a 100km drive. There are many drawing factors in this region, in particular the fine golf courses on offer making this the perfect european golf holiday destination.

Tuscany

Beautiful surroundings ensure that this region will live long in the memories of those who visit. The regions capital Florence is considered as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and is a must see if Tuscany is the region of choice for your golfing break. The golf is as impressive as the surroundings with resorts such as Argentario Resort Golf and Spa where you can experience true Tuscan food and drink while playing one of the finest courses in the region which was once an island but now connected to the mainland via a series of causeways.

Sardinia

Along with this beautiful coastline comes beautiful golf courses – perfect for a European golf break, the most noteworthy is the Is Arenas golf course situated on the island’s west coast. The typical coastal attributes are found on this course with a number of large sand dunes, but unique to this course the holes’ snake in and out of sand dunes and in some areas of the course open up onto forested areas. Is Arenas is ranked highly in Italy’s golf courses along with Is Molas, which is found on Sardinia’s southern coast. Unlike the rest of the island this area finds shelter from the infamous mistral winds that effect most of the Mediterranean, allowing less experienced golfers to play unaffected.

Rome

Fantastic atmosphere, architecture and very lively night life puts this area of Italy firmly among the favourites for a break in the country. Some of the country’s most famous sites are found here including the spectacular Roman Colosseum and the world famous Vatican were Saint Peter’s square is located. The regions around Rome and Central Italy are home to some fantastic courses, with one featuring in Italy’s top 10, the Golf Nazionale course.

Sicily

Beautiful surroundings ensure that this region will live long in the memories of those who visit for a golf break. The regions capital Florence is considered as one of the most beautiful cities in the world and is a must see if Tuscany is the region of choice for your golfing break. The golf is as impressive as the surroundings with resorts such as Argentario Resort Golf and Spa where you can experience true Tuscan food and drink while playing one of the finest courses in the region which was once an island but now connected to the mainland via a series of causeways.

Italian Golf and Gastronomy Holiday in Emilia Romagna

Italian Golf and Gastronomy Holiday in Emilia Romagna

Bed & breakfast, flights, car hire, 5 rounds of golf

Immerse yourself in pure golf and gastronomical bliss with this fantastic 7 night golf holiday in the beautiful Emilia Romagna region of Northern Italy

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Verdura Golf and Spa Resort Sicily Italy

Verdura Golf and Spa Resort Sicily Italy

B&B, flights, transfers & 6 rounds of golf

Stay 7 nights at Verdura Golf & Spa Resort plus 6 rounds of golf on two championship courses

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Italian Golf and Gastronomy Holiday in Emilia Romagna

Italian Golf and Gastronomy Holiday in Emilia Romagna

Bed & breakfast, flights, car hire, 5 rounds of golf

Immerse yourself in pure golf and gastronomical bliss with this fantastic 7 night golf holiday in the beautiful Emilia Romagna region of Northern Italy

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Verdura Golf and Spa Resort Sicily Italy

Verdura Golf and Spa Resort Sicily Italy

B&B, flights, transfers & 6 rounds of golf

Stay 7 nights at Verdura Golf & Spa Resort plus 6 rounds of golf on two championship courses

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