Perfect Golf courses for your holidays in Provence Part 3: Bouches du Rhône

The department of the Bouches du Rhône in Provence englobes some of the most important cities of Provence, the  most prominent being  its capital Marseille but also Saint-Rémy-de-Provence, Arles,  Salon-de-Provence, Tarascon or Aix-en-Provence. Making it the most populous area in Provence. It is named after the mouth of the river Rhône who reaches the sea in the Camargue Delta after having gone through Lyon, Avignon and Arles. The Alpilles range borders the department making it a highly sought after  region and therefore host to  a some very interesting golf courses and exclusive vacation rentals.

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Pont Royal Golf and Country Club officially opened in 2002 although the project was completed in 1992. Designed by Seve Ballesteros, the 18 holes, par 72, 6303 m Golf course sits in a 445 acres domain and offers a challenge for players of all levels. The domain also has the Golf de la Durance,  a 6 holes, par 19, 910 m course part of the David Leadbetter academy.
“Golfers enjoy a delightful voyage between sweet-smelling pine trees, gentle hills and the sparkling water that swathes certain greens.”
The domain offers all amenities: shops, restaurants including the renowned “Moulin de Vernegues” closely linked to the creation of the domain, a swimming pool, riding lessons and tennis courts are also available.

Domaine Pont Royal is situated near the perched village of Mallemort and is only a 30 minute drive from the Avignon TGV station, placing it in an ideal location in Provence. Just Provence guests  get a discount of 30% on all green fees on the Pont Royal Golf Course.

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Golf de Servanes: opened in 1989, this 18 holes, par 72, 6161 m  Golf course is ideally situated near Les Baux de Provence in the Alpilles. The golf House is an 18th century oil mill which is host to a restaurant and conference centre. This great location in an original setting places the golfer into a truly authentic Provençal experience.
“You will enjoy taking a rest in the shade of an olive tree next to the cool, tumbling waters of the lakes between two holes.”

Golf Ouest Provence Miramas: this 18 holes, par 71, 5619 m Golf Course prides itself in a family atmosphere from the welcoming staff to the services offered and the prices they practice. The Golf House has a  restaurant and the course itself is very close to Miramas, making it easy for the non-golfing family members to visit the town while you enjoy the round.

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Should you plan on visiting any of these golf courses, you could stay in some of the most popular and exclusive destinations in Provence. Saint-Rémy de Provence, a city  boasting roman sites and a rich artistic heritage that includes Van Gogh and Provençal poet Frédéric Mistral, being the main location. The smaller and highly sought after villages of Eygalières and Lourmarin are also within half an hour’s drive from any of these courses. They offer all the amenities you would want in a typical Provençal village but also high quality vacation rentals in which to stay and experience the  local lifestyle.

You can find more information about these Golf courses on their respective websites :
www.opengolfclub.com/servanes
www.golfpontroyal.com
golfouestprovencemiramas.com

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Dylan

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Perfect Golf courses for your holidays in Provence Part Two: Var And Luberon

The Luberon mountain is spread across  two departments Alpes de Haute Provence and Vaucluse. It is host to the UNESCO recognized Luberon National Park which is not only a fantastic natural reserve but host to a collection of quaint perched medieval villages made famous through books and films set in this part of Provence. South of Luberon you will find the Department of Var which is better known for the French Riviera. But inland just as you are heading for the sea, it is host to two quality golf courses within a 25km drive of each other.

Le Golf du Luberon: this 5623 m course in the heart of Provence, near Manosque, opened in 1988 and offers fantastic views and an enjoyable course. It also has a “pitch and putt” 6 hole course and a 9 hole putting green. Golfing lessons are available, the instructors speak English.

Golf de la Sainte Baume: Having opened in 1988 and situated near the historical town of Saint-Maximin-la-Sainte-Baumerespects this very traditional part of Provence (Les Alpilles) by its layout and the typically local flora you’ll encounter on the 18 hole course on a length of 6062m par 72.  A restaurant and bar are available on the premises as well as a Golf Shop.

Les Alpilles are a low chain of mountains in the heart of Provence. The area covered goes from Arles, a city rich in gallo-roman heritage, to Saint-Rémy-de-Provence which like Arles boasts roman sites and a rich artistic heritage that includes Van Gogh and Provençal poet Frédéric Mistral.

Golf de Barbaroux: “Nestling in the heart of Provence, in 200-acres of majestic, wooded landscapes, this is one of Europe’s most prestigious golf courses!” The Golf de Barbaroux is a 18 hole, par 72, 6069 m course, designed by architects Pete Dye and PB Dye. It offers all the amenities you’d expect from a course of such standing (bar, restaurant…).

You can find more information about these Golf courses on their respective websites :
www.barbaroux.com
www.opengolfclub.com/saintebaume
www.golf-du-luberon.com

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Have you ever visited any of these courses? Would you like to comment on them or the locations mentioned in this article? We’d love to hear about your experiences. Please leave a comment or contact me at [email protected]

Dylan

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