The second golf course to call Vilamoura home, Pinhal Golf Course was opened for play in 1976 and owes its personality to both the original designer Frank Pennink, who also turned his hand to The Old Course Golf Club nearby, and Robert Trent Jones Sr., who made a number of significant refinements in 1985.
Traversing undulating parkland, many fairways are lined by pine trees. However, perhaps an even more significant challenge is presented by the Umbrella and Atlantic pines which present themselves on fairways and at times on the approach into greens. Length has recently been added on a number of holes, which ensure the test originally envisioned by Pennink is maintained. At a substantial 6,353 metres from the white tee markers, and with a par of 72, Pinhal Golf Course is certainly no pushover, although golfers will be pleased to learn that the ponds and stream which come into play on five holes should not, for the most part, present a serious threat.
One of the most remarked upon features of Pinhal Golf Course is the stunning panorama provided from the clubhouse, which extends over the excellent driving range and practice facilities and beyond. Completely renovated at the turn of the millennium, its veranda offers the perfect setting for post-round relaxation.
Several refinements were incorporated over the years, the most significant one by Robert Trent Jones Sr. in 1985. The course is typified by rolling parkland terrain covered with numerous umbrella and Atlantic pines that line many of the fairways and a few even stand out on fairways or near greens.
Ponds and a stream come into play on five holes bu…
Reseñas más populares de Pinhal Golf Course - Dom Pedro Golf
Antiguo Vilamoura 2. Campo en un pinar espectacular, diseño antiguo, greens pequeños y movidos. Calles anchas, segunda vuelta algo más ajustada en dimensiones y diseño.
Un buena experiencia de golf. No hay que olvidar diseñador. Robert Trent Jones Sr.
Have to work your draws and fades out if you want go for the pin on some holes. Beautiful lakes and green defending trees. Greens are great aswell. Id say this and Millenium are on the same tier list in my opinion.
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