The group of Madeira islands is not particularly large at 800 km², but it has a lot to offer. Mild, subtropical climate, a magnificent natural landscape and three golf courses on two islands. Renowned golf architects have created these courses.
Nature and culture combine perfectly on this beautiful flower island providing a unique vacation experience. A golf vacation on Madeira offers not only a game of golf, but also hiking tours through lush nature, a wide variety of cultural experiences, as well as mouthwatering culinary discoveries.
Madeira is an interesting and beautiful destination for golfers all year round, as the climate on the islands is pleasant and mild all year round.
On the main island of Madeira there are two courses, Santo de Serra and Palheiro Golf, which are known far beyond the island's borders, and on the neighboring island of Porto Santo there is another 18-hole course designed by Severiano Ballesteros.
Robert Trent Jones completely rebuilt the original Santo da Serra Course of 1937 in 1991. A course with 27 holes (3x9) was created in one of the most beautiful landscapes of Madeira.
Located more than 700 meters above sea level, Santo da Serra is quite hilly and famous for its panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Machico Bay.
500 meters above the bay of Funchal lies Palheiro Golf. 18 holes of gorgeous views of the Atlantic Ocean, pine forests as well as panoramic views of the bay of the island's capital Funchal sometimes make the golf game fade into the background.
The hilly landscape was perfectly integrated into the course layout by Cabell B. Robinson. Bunkers and undulating greens provide additional challenges. At hole 19, the fantastic panorama terrace offers generous compensation for any poor scores over a sundowner.
On the neighboring island of Porto Santo is this challenging 18 hole course that runs across the island with its beautiful beaches. Severiano Ballesteros was responsible for this course, which he himself described thus:
"A wonderful course because of its view, difficult because of its course, modern because of its length and hole sequence, attractive because of its technique, wide because of its dimension and nature. Without a doubt, it is a course that will appeal to many who are looking for a special golfing experience in Europe and because of its climate, which allows golf to be played all year round."
Palheiro Golf, 500 meters above Funchal's bay, offers 18 holes with stunning views of the Atlantic and the island's capital. The hilly landscape, masterfully integrated by Cabell B. Robinson, features challenging bunkers and undulating greens. After the round, the panoramic terrace at hole 19 provides the perfect spot to unwind with a sundowner.
On the neighboring island of Porto Santo lies this challenging 18-hole course, designed by Severiano Ballesteros. He described it as a beautiful course with stunning views, difficult due to its layout, and modern in length and hole sequence. The course offers a unique golfing experience year-round, thanks to its ideal climate.
Robert Trent Jones completely rebuilt the original Santo da Serra Course of 1937 in 1991. A course with 27 holes (3x9) was created in one of the most beautiful landscapes of Madeira.
Located more than 700 meters above sea level, Santo da Serra is quite hilly and famous for its panoramic views of the Atlantic Ocean and Machico Bay.
Madeira attracts golfers from all over the world all year round. An insider tip is the neighboring island of Porto Santo, where endless beaches and tranquility await guests, and a golf course designed by Seve Ballesteros. You can also combine both islands. There is a convenient ferry service between Madeira and Porto Santo.
Lush flowering gardens, ancient forests, mountains over 1,000 meters and magnificent views of the sea determine the image of Madeira's landscape.
Levadas - the famous irrigation canals were first built in the 16th century and you can still walk along them through the magnificent mountains of the flower island.
Madeira was discovered by Portuguese sailors in 1419, who settled there a few years later. Numerous testimonies of the rich history can still be admired today. Churches and famous monuments remind one of Madeira's past.
Many artists also live on Madeira. Galleries and diverse events inspire interested visitors to the island throughout the year.
Madeira's cuisine reflects the soul of simple and hospitable inhabitants. Only the best and freshest ingredients from the islands are used. Nature is very generous in Madeira. Tropical fruits and vegetables such as passion fruit, papaya, guava, avocado and mango thrive here. The sea supplies fish and seafood in great variety and abundance. The best beef flourishes on the fertile pastures.
Since Madeira also has the best conditions for wine growing, there are some good local wines and the famous Madeira Liqueur Wine to taste.
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