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Vilamoura Pinhal Golf

Opened in 1976, Pinhal Golf Course was designed by Briton Frank Pennink. Later, in 1985, it was partly redesigned by the acclaimed North American architect Robert Trent Jones, who sought to add to the difficulty of the course. His work has given the course a great variety of holes as he brought together two completely different archituectural concepts : British and North American. As a result, the golfer faces very different types of shot.

Built in the middle of a beautiful pine wood, with panoramic views over the sea, the course requires highly precise approach shots. The 17th, 502m par 5 from the championship tee, is a good birdie (or even eagle) chance for those who risk driving off over the out-of-bounds area to the right, thereby dramatically cutting through the pronounced dog-leg fairway.

Pro Tips.
The first hole is a tricky par 5. The drive is blind, over a gentle rise. The second shot is, in principle, relatively straightforward. The approach must be played with determination to carry the deep bunkers which protect a two tiered green inclined towards the line of play. The 4-par fourth hole (348 meters) is probably the signature hole of Pinhal. There is a small lake which comes into play at the second shot - or possibly with an overly long drive! The green is undulating and torturous, making par a real achievement even if your second shot has found the putting surface.

There is water too, at the par-3 eighth. Although the elevated tee gives a feeling of confidence by its very height, the green is immediately behind the small lakewhich protects it. A timid shot may not find the bankand roll back into the water. The green itself is stepped and generous from side to side - not a lot of depth though. On the back nine, the "new" fifteenth has changed from being relatively benign. Only a well judged drive will allow a second shot, which must carry a meandering ditch and a scattering of trees and bushes to fly the green.

HOLES: 18 Par : 72
LENGTH: 6,353m
REQUIREMENTS:
handicap Cert: Dress code.
FACILITIES:
Pro shop-Driving range-Putting greens- Lessons-Club hire-Trolleys/Buggies
CLUBHOUSE:
Reception, changing rooms, pro shop. Pleasant terrace bar serving snacks, meals and drinks overlooking the driving range. Separate restaurant facility includes function room and lounge. On course catering bar/snacks located near 7th & 13th greens.

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