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Located in the Ria Formosa Natural Park, Quinta da Ria Golf Course is located in a beautiful setting with the Atlantic Ocean as its southern boundary. It is a sister to Quinta da Cima Golf Course.

There is little undulation on the Quinta da Ria Course and the fairways are relatively generous with little trouble from the tee. The greens are well guarded by bunkers and the five lakes which border the course.

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Distance From Course: 13 miles

Set in rolling terrain the fairways are dotted with almond trees and strategically placed bunkers and water hazards require accuracy from the tee. The lakes also come into play on the approach shots requiring good club selection and accuracy to the well guarded greens.

At 6900 yards, Quinta da Cima Golf Course is slightly longer than its sister course but is still an enjoyable test for any level of player and makes for a fantastic round of golf in any Algarve holiday.

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Distance From Course: 13 miles

The brainchild of Sir Henry Cotton in the 1980s, Benamor Golf Course did not open for play until 2000 and was the first golf course in the eastern end of the Algarve.

The Benamor Golf Course is built on hilly ground with some undulating fairways which are lined with olive and fig trees, requiring accuracy rather than length from the tee.  At only 5900 yards from the back tees it is not long, but strategically placed bunkers and the occasional water hazard protect the large greens.

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Distance From Course: 11 miles

Situated in the Quinta do Lago Estate, Pinheiros Altos Golf Course offers front and back 9s of contrasting styles. The front 9 is built on hilly terrain with tight rolling fairways lined with numerous pine trees. The back 9 is flatter with slightly more generous fairways, although a number of water hazards await any stray shots.

Pinheiros Altos Golf Course enjoys a good reputation among the Algarve's golf courses and is a firm favourite among many visitors to the area.

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Distance From Course: 12 miles

Quinta do Lago South Course is located in an exclusive golf and residential estate bordering the Ria Formosa National Park. 

Built on similar terrain to Quinta do Lago North, the South Course has played host to the Portuguese Open on several occasions and requires a great deal of course management and shot making to negotiate its many hidden dangers. 

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Distance From Course: 13 miles

The North course is the newest addition to Quinta do Lago North course is sure to be the new number one at this prestigious 5-star resort and the new star in European Golf. 

Set amongst 2,000 acres of the picturesque Ria Formosa Natural Park, Quinta do Lago is one of the most highly regarded golf and residential developments in the Algarve since opening in 1972. Located just 15 minutes from Faro airport, the resort offers residents and guests an unparalleled location benefiting from a year-round temperate climate, a variety of lifestyle pursuits and a strong sense of community.

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Distance From Course: 14 miles

Another Golf Resort offering two 18 hole courses, the Vale de Lobo’s original 18 hole course opened for play in 1968 and is among the finest courses on the Algarve.  Originally the brainchild of the late Sir Henry Cotton, the Vale de Lobo course offers a great variety of golf holes mixed with stunning views making these courses a "must play" for all serious golfers.

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Distance From Course: 15 miles

Another Golf resort offering two 18 hole courses, the Vale de Lobo Resort’s original 18 holes opened for play in 1968 and are among the finest courses on the Algarve.  Originally the brainchild of the late Sir Henry Cotton, the Vale de Lobo Courses offers a great variety of golf holes mixed with stunning views making these courses a "must play" for all serious golfers. 

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Distance From Course: 16 miles

The Vila Sol Resort stands in 150 hectares just a ten minute drive from the resort of Vilamoura. The 27 hole layout was designed by Donald Steel and is divided into three loops of varying difficulty: The Prime Loop, The Challenge Loop and The Prestige Loop.

With a choice of three 9 hole loops in a stunning setting, at least one round at Vila Sol Golf Courses is highly recommended during a visit to this area of the Algarve.

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Distance From Course: 17 miles

The Old Course is the second oldest course in the Algarve and is built to mirror many of the inland courses in the UK, with a fairly straightforward start getting gradually more difficult as the round goes on.

Large pine trees line many of the fairways punishing any stray tee-shots. The greens are fairly small in size and well guarded, requiring accuracy and careful club selection on the approach shots. Measuring 6800 yards from the back tees, the Old Course Vilamoura has a par of 73 and offers a wide variation of challenges and is a course enjoyed by many golfers of all abilities.

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Distance From Course: 18 miles

As its name suggests, the Millennium Golf Course opened for play in the year 2000 and is a combination of nine holes from the original Laguna Course and nine newly designed holes.

The generous fairways encourage players to open their shoulders on tee shots. Holes 3 to 7 are exceptions, rewarding accuracy rather than distance. The Millennium is a fairly straightforward course to play as there is a selection of four tees per hole, making it a fair test and an enjoyable course for players of all abilities.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Close to the centre of the resort of Vilamoura on flat ground, the Laguna Golf Course is unlike the other courses in the area as it offers a links style feel with few trees and open fairways.

As its name suggests, the Laguna Golf Course has many large water hazards which come into play on a number of holes and strategically placed bunkers require some care on both tee-shots and approach shots. Due to its open surroundings, wind can play a major factor and influence club selection especially on the par 3s.

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Distance From Course: 19 miles

Nestled in pine forests close to the centre of Vilamoura, the Pinhal Golf Course was originally opened for play in 1976 and partially redesigned by Robert Trent Jones JNR in 1985.

The front 9 requires accuracy from the tee due to tight tree lined fairways and strategically placed bunkers. The back 9 is more open and suits bigger hitters who are not afraid to take some risks off the tee. The course is relatively flat and offers panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean. 

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Distance From Course: 18 miles

San Lorenzo Golf Course is the number one ranked golf course in Portugal and has generally held that position since it opened in 1988.  Guests of the Dona Filipa Hotel and Formosa Park Hotel have exclusive access to the course which is a great addition to any Algarve golf holiday.

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Distance From Course: 13 miles

Monte Rei Golf Club is located to the North East of Tavira in the foothills of the mountains. The course sweeps through the natural terrain and has gentle changes in elevation that add great character to this classic design.  The first of two courses at the resort, Monte Rei North, is another great Jack Nicklaus Signature Course.

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Distance From Course: 16 miles

The Laranjal golf course at Quinta do Lago Golf is set around an orangery and is a well-defined course, maintained to the same high standards as Quinta do Lago South and Quinta do Lago North.

The par 72 stretches to 6500 Metres from the back tees and has a stunning setting amongst umbrella pines, cork oaks and orange trees.  The course has several natural water features including five well- positioned lakes.

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Distance From Course: 13 miles

Ombria Golf Course is located on a special plot of land only 30 minutes from Vilamoura and Faro airport. The golf course has been sympathetically designed to blend in with its local environment and it works its way around rivers and trees that have shaped the landscape for centuries. A par 71 signature design, Ombria golf course redefines the golf holiday experience in the Algarve.

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Distance From Course: 14 miles