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Golf in Murcia
Golf is big business in Murcia, and
no wonder. With a warm climate, plenty of sunshine all year round and beautiful
scenery, the clubbing set are flocking to the region to take advantage of the
near-perfect conditions.
Currently there are 14 golf clubs up and running, but many more are in various
stages of development. By the year 2009, it’s estimated that Murcia will boast
50 different courses, putting it on the map as one of Spain’s premier golfing
destinations.
Online booking at bookyourgolf.net and clubmurcia.com
Local Courses
La Manga Club - Three 18-hole courses, North Course - par 71, South and
West Courses both par 73
Three distinct championship courses are to be found in Europe’s most famous
and award-winning sporting club. All provide differing landscapes and degrees of
difficulty and all have hosted major events. A world renowned Golf Academy is
also on site.
La Manga Club, Los Belones, http://golf.lamangaclub.com, +34 968 175 000 ext
1360
Roda Golf and Beach Resort - 18-hole, Par 72
Designed by Dave Thomas, this relatively flat 6,137-metre course opened in June
2006 and can be played by golfers of all abilities. The 7th hole harbours an
exceptionally pretty ‘island’ green.
Roda Golf and Beach Resort, Roda, San Javier, www.rodagolfcourse.com, +34 968
173 093
La Serena Golf Club - 18-hole, Par 72
Close to the beaches of the Mar Menor, this 6,100-metre course encircles the
historical Torre del Rame lookout tower, constructed in the 16th century to
watch for pirates hiding in the still waters of the Mar Menor.
Avenida Principe Felipe, Torre del Rame, Los Alcázares, www.serenagolfclub.es,
+34 968 575 576
Mar Menor Golf Resort - 18-hole, Par 68
The original Dave Thomas designed layout was a 9-hole course but this is
currently being extended into a Jack Nicklaus 18-hole course, due to be
completed shortly.
Mar Menor Golf Resort, Torre Pacheco, www.polaris-world-resorts.com/golf_resorts/mar_menor/,
+34 968 041 765
Hacienda del Alamo Golf Resort - 18 holes, Par 72
A championship course designed by Dave Thomas and opened in 2004. Spanning 6,724
metres it’s currently the longest course in Spain, hosting 8 lakes and 84
bunkers, and is surrounded by lemon, olive and almond groves.
Avenida Hacienda del Alamo 10-12, Fuente Alamo, www.clubdegolfhda.com, +34 902
654 400
Torre Pacheco Golf Club - 9-hole, Par 27
One of the attractions of this short course is that you can play at night.
Floodlights illuminate the greens and tight, testing fairways. The Club prides
itself on its Golf School, and has over 100 young golfers improving their
skills.
C/ Gregory Peters 1, Torre Pacheco, www.jurosa.com/golftorrepacheco.htm, +34 968
585 111
Veneziola Golf Club - 9-hole, Par 27
A couple of minutes drive from the apartment, nestled between the Mediterranean and the Mar Menor in a unique location at the
tip of the La Manga strip, this tidy pitch and putt (with driving range) provides several challenges
to your short game, not least with the ocean breeze.
Gan vía de La Manga, km 17, La Manga del Mar Menor, www.veneziola-golf.com, +34
968 147 082
Other Courses
Altorreal Golf Club - 18 holes, Par 72
A championship course designed by Dave Thomas, opened in 1994 and surrounded by
stunning mountain scenery.
Avenida de Golf, Urb. Altorreal, Molina de Segura, www.golfaltorreal.es, +34 968
648144
El Valle Golf Resort - 18 holes, Par 71
Opened in 2007 and part of Murcia’s Nicklaus Golf Trail, this compact
championship course nestled in a desert valley provides a test of accuracy over
power.
Rutilo El Valle Golf Resort, Banos y Mendigo, www.elvallegolfresort.com, +34 968
033 002
La Torre Golf Resort - 18-hole, Par 68
Located midway between Cartagena and Murcia, this undulating course designed by
the great Jack Nicklaus is lined with tropical palms and features three lakes.
La Torre Golf Resort, Torre Pacheco, www.la-torre-golf-resort.com, +34 968 044
879
Lo Romero Golf Course - 18-hole, Par 72
Lo Romero Golf course is located close to the coastal town of Pilar de la Horadada, on the border of Murcia Province and Alicante. It is an 18 hole, par 72 course, with a practice range and a temporary clubhouse. The course was officially opened on January 26th 2008. The course is set in a beautiful landscape, surrounded by orange and lemon tree plantations. +34 902 18 09 18
Mosa Trajectum
Golf - 27-hole plus a 9-hole par 3, Par 72
27 championship holes provide a choice of three 18-hole courses – the Pine,
Stone and Olive courses, plus a 9-hole par 3 challenge course. Hosted the PGA
EuroPro Tour Championship in 2004.
Mosa Trajectum Golf Resort, Baños y Mendigo, www.clubmurcia.com, +34 968 607
209
Peraleja Golf - 18-hole, Par 72
This promises to be one of Murcia's most exclusive new Golf Resorts, offering a par 72, 6,230 metre, 18-hole course designed by Spanish golfing legend, Seve Ballesteros. There are four large lakes dispersed amongst the par 72 course, all connected by a small creek running through the resort, although challenging, this still allows players of all abilities to enjoy their game.
Sensol Golf Club - 18-hole, Par 72
Formerly know as the 9-hole Camposol Golf, Sensol Golf Club is located close to
the Sierra Espunas and has recently benefited from a further nine challenging
holes, bringing the par up to 72 for the18-hole course.
Ctra Mazarrón-Alhama km 9, Mazarrón, www.clubmurcia.com, +34 692 656 652