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The superb and well frequented San Lorenzo Golf Course is considered one of the best golf courses in Europe and, in 1993, was voted Continental Europe's third best golf course by the magazine Golf World.
The course is unique when it comes to outstanding views, a calm and tranquil setting, and shows nature at its best. The golf club is a member of the Audubon Co-operative Sanctuary System. The course features large fast greens and undulating fairways which meander through avenues of pine trees. There are some spectacular holes overlooking the sea, which border lakes abundant with wildlife. |
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Situated in the Quinta do Lago development and forming part of the Natural Park of Ria Formosa, a round on this course begins with an enticing but almost unachievable Par 5, before continuing to the three following holes along rolling, pine tree-fringed fairways. It is from hole number 5, however, that the most extraordinary part begins, offering wonderful views over the Atlantic Ocean. At hole number eight the course turns back inland and faces the largest of the lakes. For the next four holes the course again turns seawards and ends with the daunting 18th, with a semi-island green, to quote a cliché, is one of the best finishing holes in golf. San Lorenzo is beautifully maintained and set in an unspoilt area of natural beauty. A handicap limit of 28 for men and 36 for ladies applies. The course also has an excellent practice area.
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Architect: |
Joseph Lee |
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Opened: |
1988 |
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Holes: |
18 |
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Par: |
72 |
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Length: |
6825 meters |
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Requirements: |
Handicap certificate preferred |
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Dress Code: |
Soft spikes, tailored shorts and collared shirts only |
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Facilities: |
Driving-range, Chipping and Bunker practice area, putting green, Club Hire, Trolleys, Buggies, Academy, Golf Shop, Bar, Restaurant |
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Clubhouse: |
A great place for lunch and bar snacks and has a wooden, traditional club house. |
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