Spain

Valderrama
In November 1991, Valderrama was voted the number one golf course in Europe. It's architect, the world acclaimed Robert Trent Jones, has long regarded the design of the course as one of his finest achievements. Set in beautiful Southern Spain, the course was originally known as the Sotogrande New and later as las Aves. In 1985, it was acquired by Sr. Jaime Ortiz Patino and his associates whose aim was to transform the course into a true Championship venue to rival the very best courses in the world.

Alhaurin Golf
45-hole golf complex. 18 holes, par 72; 9 holes, par 3 and 18 holes (children's course) par 3. Designed by Severiano Ballesteros.

Guadalhorce
Officially inaugurated in 1990, Guadalhorce is home to the main contingent of Finnish golfers on the coast, as well as other nationalities. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 6,194 meters. Designer: Kosti Kurone.

Guadalmina North
Not hilly but tight in places. One of the oldest courses on the coast. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 6,060 metres. Designer: Folco Nardi.

Guadalmina South
The second oldest course on the coast, inaugurated in 1959. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 6,200 metres. Designer: Javier Arana.

La Alcaidesa
A great links course surrounded by woodland and beaches with magnificent views to the sea and Gibraltar. 18 holes. Par 68. Competition length: 4,924 metres. Designer: Peter Allis/Clive Clark.

La Cala Norte
With a par of 73 and 6,160 meters from the white tees, it's a real challenge to the pros, but the wide fairways and different tee positions make it a pleasant course for all category amateurs. Designer: Cabell B. Robinson.

La Cala Sur
Inaugurated in 1991 it is a par 71 at 5,960 meters from the white tees and features target style golf in a spectacular setting. Designer: Cabell B. Robinson.

La Quinta
A very scenic course. Short but requiring precision. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 5,688 metres. Designers: Manuel Pinero, Antonio Garcia.

Las Brisas
Picturesque course with plenty of water and sand traps. Venue for 1973 and 1989 World cup. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 6,198 meters. Designer: Robert Trent Jones.

Los Naranjos
As implied by its name, Los Naranjos is set within a series of orange groves. Designed by Robert Trent Jones, the creator of Valerrama, this is one of Spain's finest courses, offering all golfers the enviable opportunity to enjoy the facilities of a top-class venue. Its two nine-hole courses each offer individual challenges, as the outward nine lies over hilly countryside, whilst the returning holes meander through flat olive groves.

El Paraiso
Designed by the Legendary Gary Player, this particularly well-tended course offers contrasting landscapes of lush fairways, serious rough and several lakes. El Paraiso has been constantly improved since its opening in 1974, making this one of the most beautiful and popular courses on the coast.

Montemayor
Lying in a high mountain valley, Monte Mayor would initially appear to be an extremely difficult course, with terrain which is really too rough for golf. However, despite appearances, Monte Mayor offers truly enjoyable course play and easy walking.

San Roque
Inspired by former Ryder Cup captain, Tony Jacklin, and devised by architect Dave Thomas, this course was opened in 1990. Designed as two nines to provide a varied and exciting challenge, San Roque offers sufficient complexity to test the abilities of even the most proficient golfer. Amid breathtaking scenery, the course winds its way through a multitude of different landscapes, from valleys of cork oaks and bubbling streams to open meadowland.

Sotogrande
First Robert Trent Jones designed course in Europe. Scenic and not hilly. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 6,298 meters. Designer: Robert Trent Jones.

Sta. Maria Golf
Beautiful 9 holes in spectacular valley. Magnificent greens. Par 35. 2,986 meters. Designer: Antonio Garcia Garrido.

Torrequebrada
Spectacular scenery, hilly course. Each hole memorable for its individuality. 18 holes. Par 72. Competition length: 5,860 meters. Designer Jose Gancedo.

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