Golf holidays in France - A wonderful opportunity for golf lovers
By: Julia Aidan
Submitted: 2009-04-13 21:49:45 | Word Count: 549
If you are a golf lover looking for a holiday in a country where there are a lot of golf opportunities, try France. Golf holidays in France are really second to none. One of the most important aspects about playing golf in France is the numerous golf courses and resorts around the country. There are always brilliant courses in fantastic locations available all year long. An extra benefit is that there is usually a resort offering golf holiday packages which not only encourage a golfer to stay at the resort, but it also offers golf lovers to try out new courses while at the same time, saving money. Here is a look at some of the different resorts and courses that offer the best golfing in France.
Northern France La Touquet La Mer - A challenging course designed by a British architect. Considered one of the best links course in France, it has a stunning sea view and the course meanders through sand dunes and rough grasses. It has hosted six French Opens in the past.
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Le Golf Parc Normandy - It is considered to be one of the best golf courses in France. The layout of the course is American style, covers over 200 acres, has 85 acres of very large and wide fairways, and blends in perfectly with the surrounding environment.
Central France Gold de Royan - An amazing 18-hole golf course located in the heart of a pine forest. The golf course is considered by many experts to be one of the absolutely finest courses in the Central region of France. The course has a practice area, driving range, putting green and a top notch pro shop.
Les Bordes - One of the two topmost golf courses in Europe. This extremely challenging course was designed by a Texan and it is 7,062 meters long, a difficult challenge for any golfer. It is surrounded by beautiful lakes and woodlands.
Limere Orleans - A flat and mainly wooded golf course with wide fairways and well-maintained greens. The course distance is 6221 meters and is a par 72. It is a challenging course littered with lakes and ponds throughout.
The Alps Golf Club de Lyon - One of the most exclusive courses in France and was rated the fourth prettiest course in the country. The 6,851-meter, par 72 course meanders through a nature reserve. This course has twice hosted the French Open.
La Bresse - the La Bresse golf course is highly enjoyable. It is designed to be a real challenge for golfers who like to think about strategy and approach.
Evian Masters Golf Course - this golf course is famous for hosting the world's premier ladies tournament every year. The 18-hole, par 72, 6054-meter course, at the foot of the Alps, boasts a great layout among wooded areas. The course is situated between lakes and mountains.
Golf holidays in France are probably the best type of holidays an avid golfer can have. Most of the golf holiday resorts are very affordable and offer a pleasant holiday experience. An online search and a browse through various resort pamphlets can help find some really affordable French golf holidays.
