Italy - Golf Courses

Lake Como Area 

A short forty-five minute drive from Milan, Como is the third largest lake in Italy. The main characteristics of this lake are its mountains and valleys and the beautiful villas which align the lake front. Elegant and rugged and an inspiration to Romantics like Liszt and Stendhal, Lake Como is dotted with tiny waterside villages– some only accessible by water.

GOLF CLUB CARIMATE: Carimate lies in the heart of Brianza, just 16 miles from Milan and 10 miles from Como. It is set in the green woods which have for centuries offered welcome shade to those fleeing the city on hot summer days. The Carimate Golf Club is situated on the estate surrounding a large medieval castle which still stands today. Founded in 1960, the course was designed by Piero Mancinelli. It's fairways wind their way through huge rhododendron bushes alternated with age-old majestic oaks flanking the course.

GOLF CLUB MENAGGIO E CADENABBIA: It was in 1907 that a certain Mr. Wyatt, son and heir of a wealthy British subject, came as a tourist to the hills above Grandola and Uniti. He fell in love with the place and settled there with his wife. An English gentleman cannot survive without his game of golf and Mr. Wyatt was no exception. He organized a makeshift 9-hole course which soon became a favorite meeting place for golf-lovers in the area. In the 1950's the Golf Club was handed over to Italians. Antonio Roncoroni deserves special praise for the considerable improvements made to the club with skilful alterations which have conserved the typically British tradition and style. Mention should also be made of the golf library, considered to be one of the finest outside of St. Andrews. The club is located 25 miles from Como and is accessible either by car or water taxi.

GOLF CLUB MILANO: Located 12 miles northwest of Milan is the Golf Club Milano, an extension of the Park of Monza – a one-time seat of the Austrian Empire. Built in 1928, it is known as one of the more exclusive clubs in the Milan area. It's pedigree is evident based on the many Italian Opens which have been held there.

GOLF CLUB MONTICELLO: A 36-hole layout comprising the 'Red' and 'Blue' courses. Many renowned players from the golfing world have played here, most during the four Italian Opens held at this course. A short 7 mile drive from Como, Italian designer Luigi Caccia Dominioni created a layout which marries the essential characteristics of golf in this region – tree lined fairways, views of the surrounding mountains and the use of water on many holes to keep the golfer's interest peaked at all times.

GOLF CLUB LA PINETINA: Founded in 1971, La Pinetina Golf Club is situated in Brianza, just 7 miles from Como. It covers 158 acres of parkland in wonderfully unspoiled countryside. In 1982, the entire complex was purchased by the members and considerable structural and technical modernization was carried out to bring the course to a high standard of perfection - bunkers were extended, greens re-laid, etc. Today, the par-71 layout at La Pinetina is considered to be a top level Italian championship course.

GOLF CLUB LE ROBINIE: One of the newest and most spectacular courses in the area. Golf Club Le Robinie is the creation of Jack Nicklaus - the first Nicklaus designed course in Italy. The course has many of the Nicklaus signature design trademarks including ample bunkering and diagonally oriented greens.

GOLF CLUB VARESE: With the magnificent 12th century medieval monastery of Luviante as it's club house, this course certainly has a unique feel to it. The club has a long history, having opened in 1934. It's tree lined fairways offer a strong test of golf to players of all abilities. It is just 22 miles from the town of Como.

CIRCOLO GOLF VILLA D'ESTE: The Villa d'Este Golf Club lies beyond the wonderful lake of Montorfano in a splendid setting in the sunny Brianza, a short 5 mile drive from Como. It is situated at a height of 1,200 feet in what could easily be described as a Scottish landscape. This 6,365 yard course was designed in 1926 by Peter Gannon. The layout winds it's way between chestnut groves, birch and pine woods. It is considered to be one of the most varied and difficult of the European "par 69" courses. This is manifested by the number of important international tournaments held at the Villa d'Este each year.

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Lake Maggiore Area 

Of glacial origin, Maggiore is the second largest lake in Italy. It is known for it's varied landscape, dramatic scenery, luxuriant vegetation and it's palatial villas which stand dramatically on it's banks complete with beautifully landscaped gardens. The Borromean Islands and Monte Rosa mountain range are the real pride of this region. They provide the visitor with memorable vistas which will not soon be forgotten.

CIRCOLO GOLF BOGOGNO: Designed by famed American architect, Robert Von Hagge, this 36-hole layout will provide a true test of golf for all abilities. Spectacular views of the Monte Rosa mountains abound throughout. When you are finished your round, enjoy the atmosphere of the beautifully appointed clubhouse.

GOLF CLUB CASTELCONTURBIA: The 'Italian Golf Manual' states that a golf course was first designed here in 1898 covering the same area where the holes are to be found today. The project for the present layout was designed and carried out entirely by Robert Trent Jones Sr. The location is ideal, set among age-old trees, streams and ponds, over slightly undulating ground. The course blends magnificently with the unspoiled rural countryside, with the Monte Rosa mountain range as a backdrop. It is one of the most interesting layouts in Italy, offering 27 holes over three courses and a notable variety of golfing challenges.

GOLF CLUB DES ILES BORROMEES: The area around Lake Maggiore with its luxuriant vegetation vivid colors, the endless variety of trees and flowers, is the ideal setting for golf. Des Iles Borromees is on the hilly side of the lake, 600 meters above sea level. It is considered to be the 'jewel' of golf in the Lake Maggiore area. It sits on a plateau above the towns of Stresa and Lesa. Magnificent views abound throughout your round.

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