Monte Rei Golf Course, Portugal

Monte Rei Golf & Country Club in the Algarve will be one of the première golf resorts in Europe, this par 72 Championship course measuring 6567m from the Tournament tees is a truly unique design; with water coming into play on eleven of the eighteen holes, the course features an enjoyable series of eight par-4s, five par-3s and five par-5s in a challenging and distinctive layout.

The course presentation is highly individual, each hole a design gem blending effortlessly into this natural canvas, from its ingenious shape and sculptured bunkers, to the impressive presentation and attention to detail making ever hole as remarkable as the next; fairways and greens are bordered by several lakes, indigenous plants, native grasses and trees adding drama to the landscape, and providing golfers with unforgettable moments to cherish in this unique and tranquil golf environment.

This Jack Nicklaus designed course is one of the finest new layouts in the Algarve, Portugal. Less than 40 minutes drive from Faro it’s part of the growing offering of courses in the eastern algarve and it’s secluded location off the beaten track between Tavira and Vila Real de Santo Antonio will appeal to golfers wanting to escape the busy coastline. The course is a raw and dangerous design carved out of a rugged mountainous landscape overlooking the distant Atlantic coastline. Every hole offers a unique challenge and some spectacular views. The greens are amazingly quick and true and there are plenty of water hazards to catch you out. …source