Islantilla
Huelva » El Rompido (North)
Surrounded by a beautiful natural area, Las Marismas del
Rompido, El Rompido boasts magnificent sea views. Opened
in June 2006, the par72 18-hole north course is a monument to
modern golf, intelligent and entertaining – as described in the
Peugeot Guide to Europe’s Top 1000 Golf Courses. It is modern
because it combines power with precision; intelligent because it
makes you think about your shots before hitting; and entertaining
because its medium-sized greens will entertain both the most
skilled player and those with the highest handicaps. The course
blends into the beauty of its natural surroundings but beware of
the water features that come into play on holes 5 and 10.
Huelva » El Rompido (South)
Playing to a distance of 6168m from the back tees, the par-72
South course opened in October 2003. Designed by Alvaro Arana,
the course runs alongside the clubhouse and is divided into
two courses with very different characteristics, both in terms
of technique and the landscape. The pine forest alternates with
olive trees and wetlands, requiring golfers to use strategy and
precision in their strokes. The course, which can be played easily
on foot, offers spacious greens known to be among the fastest
in Andalusia. The combination of tropical grass and winter grass
gives the fairways a comfortable, pleasant feel.
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Huelva » Islantilla
Designed by Enrique Canales and Luis Recasens the 27 hole
course in Huelva opened in 1992. The complex extends over
three hundred hectares and will eventually include an Olympic
training village, equestrian centre, yacht harbour and casino. The
magnificent Andalusian style clubhouse offers all the desired
comforts and facilities. In 1995 it hosted the Turespana Masters
won by Alex Cejka, plus various Challenge Tour tournaments,
including the APG of Spain. This has given a great category and
reputation to Islantilla, which in 2000 has been listed among the
top 100 golf courses in Europe. 27 holes, three different layouts
surrounded by lush vegetation and with stunning sea views.
Huelva » Isla Canela
Located to the north west of Isla Canela, the club of the same
name extends over a salt marsh crossed by small seawater
streams. The layout has gentle slopes, formed by dunes, and a
beautiful landscape dominated by broom brush, eucalyptus, olive
and orange trees some of which require consideration when
playing some fairways. Isla Canela is pleasant to walk with nothing
more severe than a four metre climb. Natural lakes border a
number of holes, and the greens are generally large and well-
protected by bunkers. The par five 7th is reachable in two but
beware the river to the right of the green. The construction of
strategically placed tees means Isla Canela is enjoyable for golfers
of all abilities. The club also offers very good practice facilities.