GOLF IN SPAIN

As the leader in European Golf tourism, Spain hosts every year thousands of tourists that choose the country to practice this sport. There is the right course for every player, whatever your handicap is like. In some courses the handicap limits are 28 for men and 36 for women. You should bring your handicap certificate because you may be asked to show it. Even if you have no experience in this sport you can enjoy Golf in Spain. Take the opportunity to learn this sport at one of the many golf courses all over the country.

Spain is the ideal country for golfers because the excellent weather conditions that provide sun and warm temperatures all year round, gentle winds and the good visibility guarantee a good and long season for Golf in Spain.

According to the Royal Spanish Golf Federation 313 courses, of which 16 are rustic, are spread over the whole country. You can find them in major cities as well as in mountain areas and along the coast. As there is a competition between Spanish golf courses, they vary in their prices. When you are playing at a Spanish golf course you will have to pay a Spanish Golf Federation fee but at some courses this fee is already included in the green fee.

When you want to play golf in Spain you should observe the dress code. Most golf courses insist on sport shirts with collars for men and women, tailored shorts or trousers, socks and golf shoes. They do not accept t-shirts, football or running shorts as well as denim jeans.

Many golf courses are just a few kilometres from the most important international airports and you can also get from one course to the next in short time. You just have to choose the right course answering your requirements.

If you plan to buy Spanish property you should also think about Golf property. Even if you do not play golf it can be very interesting for you. If you are buying Spanish golf property you are buying into a good neighbourhood because these courses normally attract players and buyers with a high income who pay high green fees used to embellish the surroundings and improve the facilities. Another reason to buy Spanish Golf Property is the high security because the Golf courses in Spain are guarded and in the evenings when the other players and the rest of the staff go home you can enjoy the peace and tranquillity in your home.