Short Haul: France Biarritz in Anglet, a fishing port with an upmarket marina. Hossegor is routed among mature trees with large but low-lipped bunkers dotted around its lush parkland fairways. The soft, receptive greens are lovely to putt on. Moliets is a Trent Jones design that really comes into its own with a fabulous fourhole stretch by the ocean. The parkland holes are good, but these seaside tests are out of this world. There are more very attractive courses in the area and through the Golf Pass Biarritz (golfpassbiarritz.com), you can make real savings on playing Seignosse, Le Phare, d’Arcangues and Makila – they’re available from not much more than £150. Further north, but still within an hour, is Golf du Medoc. There are two courses here, with Le Chateaux the No.1. Laid out by Bill Coore in 1989 – when he was not the big draw in golf course Golf du Medoc. The clubhouse at Hardelot Dunes. design he is today – it is one of the classiest venues on the Continent. A heathland very much in the ilk of Walton Heath, it is complemented by the equally attractive Vignes. To the east is Chateau des Vigiers, where three lovely loops of nine are routed around the breathtaking castle – all of it set in classic vineyard country. A truly special place for a golf break. The South East On the opposite end of the south coast, Terre Blanche is arguably France’s premier resort, with a European Top 100 course – one that is closing in on the top 10 – as well as a second course that is a very, very solid complement. Equally as impressive is the attached hotel, which is not just one of the best golf hotels in France, it is one of the best hotels in France full stop. It boasts every amenity Golf’s leading premium chain The Open Golf Club phenomenon... Open Golf Club originates from a strong family tradition in tourism and high-end leisure sports over more than 50 years. With a presence in five countries – France, Benelux, Spain, Portugal and Morocco – the Open Golf Club group ofers a choice of 40 topquality golf courses including several which are recognised internationally. Many are classed among the Top 100 in Europe such as Le Touquet, Hardelot, Biarritz le Phare, Opion Valbonne, Pont Royal, Les Yvelines and Ormesson in France as well as Golf National, venue for the 2018 Ryder Cup. Open Golf Club’s portfolio is a bit like a group in Britain being able to say they had Alwoodley, West Sussex and Prestwick under their umbrella. Further well-renowned courses include Bercuit and Cleydael (a Challenge Tour 2014 venue) in Belgium and San Roque in Spain. Close to all the courses, a selection of hotels can provide golfers with a range of accommodation for their stay. These three and four-star hotels are very experienced in welcoming golfers and provide an attentive service that also reflects the local culture and lifestyle, especially in terms of the splendid food and wine. Open Golf can take care of packages, green fees, golf passes, gift certificate, leaving you free to enjoy your golf break. Examples of packages: • Two nights midweek in a double room with breakfast at Le Manoir in Le Touquet including a welcome dinner (excluding drinks) and three green fees in Le Touquet from €245 to €310 per person (valid until October 17, 2015). • Seven nights at Le Roque suites on the Costa del Sol in a double room with four green fees at San Roque New club and two green fees at San Roque Old club from €777 per person depending on the time of year. For more information, get in touch with Open Golf Club’s UK contact Nigel Jibson by calling 07956 863358, emailing nigel@opengolfclub.com. For general information on Open Golf Club visit www.opengolfclub.com. 38 <strong>GOLF</strong> <strong>ESCAPES</strong> 2015
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