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Mallorca » Golf Santa Ponsa I Opened in 1977, Golf Santa Ponsa I is a Par 72 with a total length of 6543 meters, with the 10th hole being one of the longest Par 5’s in Europe. The course covers an area of 73 hectares and is a long course with lakes and a great variety of trees (olive, pine, almond etc). It appeals to all kinds of players thanks to the wide fairways. Golf Santa Ponsa I stands out as one of the most important courses in Mallorca, hosting many national and international competitions. It has hosted the European Tour on six occasions, with famous winners such as Ballesteros (1988 & 1992) and M.A. Jiménez (1998). 28 Mallorca » Golf Santa Ponsa II & III Both of these courses are for exclusive use of the shareholders although some important competitions have been held on them. Opened in 1991, the Golf Santa Ponsa II course is 6.053 meters, 18 holes (Par 72). The holes are situated in pine woods and between large lakes, offering many varied options of play. The 18th hole is a very interesting Par 3 where the green is situated in a piece of land which is the shape of the island of Mallorca. Training facilities include a large driving range, chipping area and putting green. GOLF SANTA PONSA III is a 9-hole par-30 course that opened for play in 1999.