We wouldn't be lying if we said that Lisbon has everything for everyone, because it really does! Choose from the wonderful international golf courses, the sandy beaches with a huge assortment of water sports or the many sports associations with well-equipped gyms, swimming pools etc.
Golf:
In Lisbon, and in the surrounding areas, you will find 18 golf courses just a few minutes away from the city centre. Set in great landscapes and made for those who love golf and refuse to renounce the quality of life factor, these golf courses are equipped with all the facilities that the most discerning players demand.
A list of a few Golf Courses:
Aroeira I
Aroeira Golf Course is classified as a hard green and is considered one of the best in Europe. It has hosted a few events, including the Ladies Open and Portugal Open. The whole property is 345 hectares large and the Aroeira Golf course is within this naturally beautiful land, 25 km away from the city centre and half a kilometre away from the beach. It was founded in 1973 and it’s the largest Golf course in Greater Lisbon set within a peaceful environment surrounded by a wonderful pine forest.
| DIRECTIONS | Follow the A2 (IC3) to Setúbal - cross the bridge - first to the right towards Costa da Caparica - second traffic lights turn left - follow the directions saying “golfe”. |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 72 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 6044 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5740 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 5186 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | Restaurant and snack bar |
Aroeira II
Aroeira II differentiates itself from Aroeira I for its fast greens, bunkers on the fairways, five large lakes and sand traps along the green. It has 5 tees per hole, making this course suitable for all players and levels. It was founded in 2000 and designed with the standards recommended by the European Tour. The amounts of water and natural pine woods make this golf course a special place to play.
| DIRECTIONS | Follow the A2 (IC3) to Setúbal - cross the bridge - first to the right towards Costa da Caparica - second traffic lights turn left - follow the directions saying “golfe” |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 72 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 6367 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5903 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 4805 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | Restaurant and snack bar |
Belas Clube Campo
With a view over the Sintra hills, the course meanders with the hillsides, designing a beautifully kept garden with blue lakes and streams in between patches of wildlife. Two of the course’s holes are particularly beautiful for their position and for the challenge they place on the golfer. These are the second hole, with a par 5 called “Augusta” and the final par 4 hole.
| DIRECTIONS | Follow the A9 - exit in Belas - Follow the signs to N50 - Get to the T-junction and turn right over a bridge - follow the directions to the golf course. (15 km away from Lisbon) |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 72 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 6270 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5591 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 4874 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | Restaurant and snack bar |
Lisbon Sports Club
Founded in 1922, this range is quite a difficult one, starting at the first shot, due to the woods, streams and bunkers on both sides of the course. Filled with eucaliptus trees, wild flowers, pine trees and cypresses, this golf course is a natural beauty. The colonial style clubhouse is charming and it has both a restaurant and a snack bar overlooking the green.
| DIRECTIONS | Follow the A9 - exit in Belas - Follow the signs to EN 117- turn left - follow the directions to the golf course. (15 km away from Lisbon) |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 69 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 5284 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5017 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 4637 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | Restaurant and snack bar |
Quinta da Beloura
Quinta da Beloura is one of the most difficult golf courses in Portugal. It is the newest golf course to be built on the beautiful Estoril Coast. It is a pleasurable green, as it is mainly set on plain land, with excellent views over the Sintra mountain range. Filled with lakes, golfers will put their skills to the test.
| DIRECTIONS | Take the EN 9 to Estoril and Sintra - Turn off at Alcabideche - You will soon find the course. (About 25 km from Lisbon) |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 73 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 5774 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5573 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 5173 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | Restaurant and snack bar |
Quinta da Marinha
Set on a private estate of over 100 hectares, the Golf at Quinta da Marinha has fantastic views over the sea, particularly the hole number 13, which slopes down towards it. The player’s skills are put to the test with a few bunkers and lakes along the range. The views over the Sintra mountain range are magnificent, proving this course to be an interesting challenge to the golfer in one of the most beautiful scenarios Portugal has to offer.
| DIRECTIONS | Take the A5 to Cascais - follow to Birre and to Torre - Follow the signs to Quinta da Marinha. (About 30 km from Lisbon) |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 71 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 5845 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5479 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 4717 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | Restaurant and snack bar |
Quinta do Perú
The most recent golf course to be built in Azeitão, a beautiful area outside the centre of Lisbon on the southern coast. Azeitão is known for its wine, cheese and outstanding palaces, as well as for a beautiful property called Quinta do Perú, which, in 1994, inaugurated a golf course. After playing on the course, enjoy a drink at the club house, with amazing views over the green and the protected Arrabida mountain range.
| DIRECTIONS | Drive South on the A2 (IC1) towards the Algarve - take the exit to “Barreiro/Moita” and keep following the road to Coina - Second roundabout go to Palmela/Azeitão - take a right at the “Teljorg Moveis, Lda” building - Get to the traffic lights at Quinta do Conde and drive towards Setúbal on the N10 - See the tire shop “Silver Pneus” and take a right. |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 72 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 6036 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 5645 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 4703 m |
| HANDICAP | Gents < 28 and Ladies < 36 |
| RECEPTION | 07h45 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | 07h45 - 20h00 |
Palmela Village Golf
The beautiful natural landscape has remained practically untouched due to Jorge Santana da Silva’s superb work in designing this outstanding golf course. This 18-hole golf course was founded in 2009. The last three holes are located near the Club House where you will find a bar and a terrace, which serves fantastic meals, and a restaurant that overlooks the green. You may also purchase some sporting equipment at the pro-shop.
| WHERE | Av. Jávia, Lote 29-01 2950-580 Quinta do Anjo - Palmela (50 km away from Lisbon) |
| DIRECTIONS | Follow A2 to Setúbal - cross the bridge - exit before the toll at “Montijo/Moita/Barreiro/Auto-Europe” - after the toll take the 1st exit to Coina/Penalva/Zona Industrial - Go towards “Volkswagen / Auto-Europe-South” exit at the roundabout - Next roundabout exit at “Other directions” - then follow the signs that say “resort”. |
| HOLES | 18 |
| PAR | 61 |
| WHITES LENGTH | 3596 m |
| YELLOWS LENGTH | 3236 m |
| REDS LENGTH | 2660 m |
| HANDICAP | Not needed |
| RECEPTION | 08h00 - 20h00 |
| CLUB HOUSE | 08h00 - 20h00 |
Water Sports:
Surfing, bodyboarding, sailing, windsurfing and all sorts of water sports can be found in beaches like Guincho (that has some of the best conditions for surf and windsurf), Cascais and Costa da Caparica. This last one boasts a 15 kilometre stretch of golden, sandy shoreline.
Also not to be missed are the surrounding areas of Setúbal and Sesimbra. Besides having good conditions for water sports, both these regions offer spectacular scenery and are definitely worth a visit.
Horse Riding:
One of the best ways to explore the natural beauty of Lisbon’s surrounding countryside is on horseback. The magnificent landscape of the Costa do Estoril, particularly the Cascais-Sintra Natural Park, are best appreciated on horseback, providing a truly memorable day out for visitor riders. One of the best places to hire a horse and go riding for a few hours is at the Quinta da Marinha Riding School in Cascais.
