Dom Pedro Pinhal Golf Course is a par 72 course and it is actually the second oldest in Vilamoura, dating back to 1976. In 1985 Robert Trent Jones was the one responsible for remodeling Pinhal. As suggested by the name, you will find numerous pine trees, which line most fairways, including some nearer the greens, making this a scenic, pleasant course to play. That's why Pinhal is a great course for the summertime since it has an abundance of shade. In fact, the 2nd hole has a pine tree right in the middle of the fairway, about 64 meters from the front of the green, and, on top of that, you'll have to try and miss the two bunkers that protect it. Hole 6th is a par 4, stroke 2 that will put to the test your accuracy with a narrow fairway and two bunkers on the right, which you will also have to avoid. The 16th hole is a par 5 stroke 1 with an uphill fairway plus a blind drive and second shot, with the added difficulty of two bunkers on each side. The 18th hole is what you call a true card wrecker. It is a difficult par 4 with a fairway that starts uphill, making the green invisible from the tee. The downhill approach with three deep bunkers and a very narrow green entrance is a tricky adventure you'll have to face on this one. Overall this is a long and very strategic course and one where you will have to make use of your best tactics to make a good second shot on most holes – sometimes it is preferable not to land that shot too much in the middle of the fairway in order to make the next one slightly easier. A true challenge this course, anything but boring! Once you've finished your golf, why not head towards Vilamoura center with its bustling marina and a wide choice of restaurants and bars where to hang out with your mates or the family. Away from the marina, you will find Parky's Bar and Chez Carlos Restaurant, renowned establishments in the area among golfers for over 20 years now.
rob schepp
2024-03-28
We could only play 9 holes due to the terrible weather conditions. Nice course, not difficult. The scenery is a bit dull with mostly pinetrees. Greens are in very good condition
Clive Sims
2024-03-25
Excellent course condition and lovely staff.
Deirdre Ahern
2024-03-21
Excellent. Course in great condition and lovely to play
Stephen Mooney
2024-03-14
enjoyed the golf course
Pat Mclaughlin
2024-03-11
Excellent day, lovely staff, course in good condition and greens really good in quality and pace.
Pauline Hill
2024-02-26
Traditional tree lined Portuguese course but with tight fairways and small greens. Very good condition and enjoyable.
Gary Lavery
2024-02-17
Excellent service and course
Alastair Gibson
2024-02-15
The course was superb, quite tricky but loved it.
Alena Brennerova
2024-02-14
The golf course is in excelente condition. We enjoy it a lot
Colin Emsden
2024-02-07
Always start our golf break on Pinhal as we enjoy the course
Colm Smith
2024-01-29
Course very well presented
Karin Harlacher
2024-01-25
Toller Platz und sehr freundliches Personal,gerne wieder. -**- Great place and very friendly staff, gladly again.
*Undulated - Mainly on the back 9
*Dogleg - on Many holes
*Tree Lined - Heavily with Umbrella Pines
*Exposed - No
*Buggy Recommended - If Essential
*Water hazards - On holes 4, 5 8 and 14
*Parkland - Pure Parkland
*Signature Hole - 13th , long par 5
*Comments - Traditional course, good value
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