Area Description
GOLF IN PORTUGAL – WESTERN ALGARVE
Playing golf in Portugal, particularly in the Western Algarve, combines
the traditional with the modern. The charming towns of Alvor and Lagos
are worth a visit, and Portimao, an old seaport, has great shopping along
the Rua do Comercio. The tourist hotspots of Albufeira, with great beaches
and a buzzing nightlife, include some of Portugal’s most popular
visitor destinations. Further south, at Praia do Carvoeiro, the area is
less densely developed and there are many villas to be rented. Check out
the choice of restaurants along the quay in Alvor, an old port at the
mouth of the Rio Alvor, but don’t expect to find nightclubs here,
since the bars are the epicentre of nightlife. Wander the cobbled back
streets for a spot of shopping or just soak in the ambience of the place
before setting out on your next Algarve golf adventure.
Hotels such as Pestana Carlton offer free golf on the renowned Pinta
and Gramacho courses for much of the year. Pinta, a top option for golf
in Portugal, is one of the best courses in the region, and was designed
retaining natural valleys and undulations. Gramacho is nearly as good
as its neighbour. Also try the new Morgado course, one of the best kept
golf in Portugal secrets, with its picturesque views of the Monchique
mountains and the coast.
Pretty Lagos, set on one of the largest bays in the Algarve, is a busy
town, with the remains of a 17th-century fort at the harbour entrance
alluding to the maritime history of Portugal. The best way to view the
restored town squares with their whitewashed buildings, and excellent
restaurants and bars, is on foot. The new marina is a good place to see
fine sailing vessels.
The Western Algarve has much to offer as a destination for those considering
playing golf in Portugal. For additional options for playing golf in Portugal
the Longshot collection of Algarve golf holidays also includes the Eastern
Algarve and Central
Algarve. Come and play great value for money golf in Portugal with
Longshot.
