Top 6 Unbelievable Golf Courses in Europe

From Spain and Portugal to the home of golf in Scotland there are a lot of beautiful courses to visit.

Here are our top picks for this summer!

Portugal - San Lorenzo

If you are a fan of golden beaches and beautiful landscapes surrounded by pine trees and sandstone cliff tops then you will love portugal's famous golf courses.

There are six golf courses around Vale de Lobo and Quinta de Lago. Our personal favorite - San Lorenzo lies within the Rua Formoza natural park.

San Lorenzo is one of the best golf courses in the world it is known for its natural beauty, beaches and lakes.

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Ireland - Skellig bay

Opened in 2006, this course is situated near the stunning Ballinskelligs Bay, overlooking the atlantic ocean.

There is a vast beauty to observe with quiet sandy beaches and beautiful landscapes all around you.

Voted one of the top 50 golf places in the world and designed by the famous American Architect Ron Kirby, the course is considering an affordable but yet a must visit place for golfers.

Located amongst beautiful megalithic stones and ancient walls, the Skellig bay has a historic value with original stones from pre-christian times that will make you feel you are in a different place in time.

Italy - Poggio dei Medici

Voted several times as the best golf course in Italy there is no surprise that Poggio dei Medici is considered one of the best golf courses to visit.

Situated in the Mugello valley and surrounded by Apenines, it offers natural beauty that you can only expect in Mediterrenean.

If you are up for a challenge then Poggio dei Medici is definitely the place to be.

Even for avid players the golf course will be tough with numerous holes with blind shots to the greens and off the tees.

Spain - San roque golf club

One of Europe's most exclusive golf clubs, San Roque golf club is known for its beautiful landscape and elegance.

Designed in 1990 and surrounded by a spectacular Cork Oak tree environment, it is the place to visit this Summer.

Having almost perfect weather all year around, it features unforgettable hills and views to the Guadalquivir River and the Mediterrenean sea.

France - La Mer golf club

With more golf courses than anywhere else in Europe, France is more than just a golfing trip. The rich history, culture and the indulging gastronomy constitutes to an unforgettable holiday.

Our personal favorite, La mer is one of the best courses in Northern France, designed by the famous Harry Colt and situated in the heart of an idyllic natural environment of pretty woodlands and pine forests

One of the top 100 courses in the world, and one of the toughest with tricky winds which will challenge your accurate approach shots throughout your round.

It possesses a fantastic layout with undulating dunes and outstanding sea views.

It is considered a work of art - a must play in France.

Scotland - St andrews Links

We couldn't miss Scotland's iconic St. Andrews course. Recognised world wide as the home of golf, St Andrews is the place that every golfer should visit at least once.

Built over 600 years ago, it is recognised as a landmark in golfing history.

Playing in the old course is a magical experience that every golfer amateur or avid should experience.

There is also a new course built around a castle that adds to the brilliance of possibly the world's best collection of links golf courses.

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