Portimao Overview
Golf in Portimao
PORTIMAO,
The coastal town of Portimao has been an important location in the Algarve since Phoenicians times. The town and was extensively developed in the 19th century to become one of the most important centres in the Algarve of the fishing and canning industry until the early 1980s when a recession drove the remaining factories out of business. On the river front quayside there are cafes and the restaurants which promote the traditional meal of grilled sardines. Also, an award winning museum devoted mainly to the canning industry.
The beach area of Portimao is known as Praia da Rocha and had already become a tourist are in the 1930s. It is famous for its large sandy beach, its nightlife and its great selection of bars and restaurants offering different cuisines. A Boat Marina at the mouth of the estuary adds the fascinating sight of the many boats and yachts, and also a further choice of bars and restaurants in which to pass an agreeable evening.
There are four 18-hole golf courses in the immediate area of Portimao. The oldest is the Penina Championship Course on the west side of the town, the Alamos Course and its sister the Morgado Course located to the north of the town. The last golf course is the Alto Golf Course which lies between Praia da Rocha and the coastal village of Alvor.
ALVOR,
The historic fishing village and port of Alvor is another very popular destination for tourists to the Algarve. Most of the original buildings and its castle was destroyed in the earthquakes of 1532 and 1755. Alvor has maintained much of its Portuguese character and only developed with the advent of tourism.
Alvor village is located facing a natural lagoon opening onto the sea. There is a choice of a long open sandy beach or a number of small coves tucked under the cliffs. The quaint narrow streets are lined with bars with live music, and the different types of restaurants offering fresh fish cuisine.
Within minutes drive there are the 18-hole Penina Championship Golf Course and the 18-hole Alto Golf Course. Slightly further to the north are two 18-hole courses, the Alamos Golf Course and its sister the Morgado Golf Course.
Recent Portimao Course Reviews
Alto Golf
by
James
from Portugal
Alto golf Sept ‘24
Played this morning and the course was in great condition. Tees fairways and greens all in great condition. Tight course, with mostly tree lined fairways and a lot of dog legs. But fair too.
Alamos
by
Paul
from United Kingdom
Fantastic Day at Alamos
Excellent course in great shape. Not too taxing for us high handicap three ball, but enough to make you think. Contours on course amazing, putting not easy, but never is, greens in excellent condition, will deffo play again.
Alto Golf
by
Kevin
from United States
Golf Portugal
Great course nice environment really enjoyed the round
Alto Golf
by
Lee
from Portugal
Another great round at Alto
4th time playing on this trip and 6th overall and I have to say I love this course. It’s not a bombers track but the small greens, well placed bunkering and elevated greens make it a good test of golf. Some of the locals are a bit strange and unfriendly, probably frustrated at holiday golfers on their course but that’s where the money comes from. Could do with a drinks cart assuming there isn’t one as I’ve never seen one. The greens are in excellent condition and so quick compared to the ones back home. The terrace at the clubhouse overlooking the 18th approach and green is excellent and the beer very welcome!
This will always be my go to when travelling to Alvor.
Alamos
by
Sean
from United Kingdom
Alamos 2 ball
Great course, club hire was spot on I played really well even after thinking Nike clubs where a bit outdated, not at all 🙏🙏
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