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Old Course Vilamoura

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The Old Course Vilamoura is one of the Algarve's most established resort layouts. A Frank Pennink design that opened in 1969, it's long been known as the 'Grand Dame' of the region. You'll find it right in the heart of Vilamoura, so it's an easy one to build into a trip, whether you're staying by the marina or at one of the resort's top hotels. It also makes a cracking centrepiece for an Algarve golf break.

Pennink's routing winds through mature umbrella pines, with plenty of holes framed beautifully from tee to green. It's not a course that asks you to bash driver everywhere either. In my opinion, it's at its best when you plot your way round, pick sensible targets and keep the ball in play. Miss the fairway and the trees quickly turn a par chance into a scramble.

Conditions are typically excellent, with quick, true greens and firm fairways in the summer months. The bunkering is also cleverly placed, rarely unfair, but often exactly where your safe miss wants to finish. Tee sheets can be busy in peak season, so it's worth booking in advance.

If you're looking for a memorable round in Vilamoura with proper pedigree, this is the one that still feels like a must-play.

Who is this for?

Golfers wanting that classic Vilamoura mix of quality golf, easy hotel access and plenty to do after the round, from the marina to bars and restaurants.

Who is it best for?

Mid to low handicappers and mixed-ability groups who enjoy strategic, tree-lined golf where keeping it in play matters more than swinging out of your shoes.

Old Course Vilamoura

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Old Course Vilamoura

Measuring 6,839 yards, the course is by no means the longest by modern standards, but it has certainly stood the test of time. Frank Pennink's original design has seen minor alterations, particularly in 1996 when a brand new clubhouse was also unveiled, but the course is predominantly the same as it was in its early days.

In 2024, the Old Course Vilamoura underwent a full renovation with a strong focus on upgrading bunkers, tees, greens, and the entire playing surface. But beyond the game, the works were also guided by strong ESG principles, including water-saving initiatives such as the installation of wood chips in non-playable areas to reduce irrigation needs.

The driving range is now home to Portugal’s largest TrackMan Range, with 20 bays an unmatched practice experience. The clubhouse, also refurbished in 2024, offers a refined culinary journey through authentic Portuguese flavours.

Signature Hole: Hole 16, Par 4

This intricate par 4 doglegs to the left, calling for an accurate drive to ensure your second shot isn't blocked out by the surrounding trees. The Old Course Vilamoura will test better players while still being fair enough on the higher handicappers.

The Old Course Vilamoura is ranked as one of the best courses in Portugal

Course Information
Par 73
Designed by Frank Pennink
Opened for play 1969
Previously hosted Portugal Open (1996)
Tees
White 6,254 metres SSS 72
Yellow 5,913 metres SSS 71
Blue 5,718 metres SSS 75
Red 5,086 metres SSS 73

Features

  • Golf Buggies
  • Driving Range
  • Pro Shop
  • Putting Greens
  • Club House
  • Championship Standard Course

What Our Golfers Say

9.6
Excellent
73 reviews
Condition overall 9.4
Condition of greens 9.4
Speed of round About right
Value for money 8.8
Facilities 9.2
Difficulty Average
These reviews are from verified Your Golf Travel customers.

Excellent
10.0

Path is is my favourite course, some of the greens had been hollowed timed.

Excellent
10.0

Beautiful course.

Excellent
10.0

Fantastic day of golf on one of best course we also were given 10 euro voucher towards food and drink.

Excellent
10.0

Excellent
10.0

Best course on the Algarve

Excellent
10.0

Very pretty course

Excellent
10.0

Great courses in very good condition for the time of the year (February)

Excellent
10.0

Terrific course

Very Good
8.0

very good

Very Good
8.0

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