Oitavos Dunes Golf
Oitavos Dunes, has been home for the Portuguese Open on numerous occasions and is only a short drive from Lisbon and located between the beautiful Cascais and the Sintra Hills of Portugal. Voted in the "Top 100" courses in the world by Golf Magazine.
This piece of land was discovered by Carlos Mortez Champalimaud in 1908 and who's legacy has been carried on by his family creating this masterpiece know as Oitavos Dunes for its Scottish links like playing conditions.
Designed by Arthur Hills, one of the world's most respected architects, this course has been named a Certified Gold Audubon Signature Sanctuary status, the first in Europe, the second in the world.
Oitavos Golf Course
The innovative clubhouse is a special place for members and guests to gather before and after the golf. The Club Boutique offers the latest equipment and apparel. Contemporary in style and design, it features outdoor decks and large areas of glass which showcases the special views of the tranquil and spectacular scenery.
The Oitavos Dunes Course is a continuous loop of holes, nine out nine in, similar to links courses in Scotland. The sequence is an undisturbed golf experience from start to finish. Distant views of the Atlantic Ocean and the nearby Sintra mountain are distinguishable from every hole. We are proud to say that each hole contributes to a cohesive statement and unique golf experience that know as Quinta da Marinha Oitavos Golfe.
The 14th Hole is one of the worlds great par 3 boles. lf the wind is against, a low drawn one iron works well. The green is ideally shaped for running a ball down the green contours. Long is better than short, even if you end up chipping back from the bank behind the 10th green. The green will test your putting skills and birdies will be rare.
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