Portugal

Porto / North Portugal

Overview

Northern Portugal's growing golf scene centred on Porto and the Douro valley.

Nearest airports: Francisco Sá Carneiro Airport (OPO)

Where to stay

Porto

Porto is the natural base for northern Portugal golf, combining access to the coastal links at Estela with one of Europe's most rewarding city experiences. The Douro Valley and Vidago Palace make a natural extension for a longer trip.

Golf access: Estela Golf Club is around 40 minutes north; Vidago Palace is 100 km north-east through the Douro valley.
Restaurants & evenings: One of Europe's most celebrated food cities — francesinha, fresh Atlantic fish, and some of Portugal's best wine bars.
Families: The riverfront Ribeira district, Serralves museum, and beaches at Matosinhos make Porto excellent for families.

Vidago / Chaves

Vidago Palace is a Ryder Cup-redesigned course set in a grand Edwardian spa hotel in the mountains of Trás-os-Montes. Staying at or near the hotel combines the golf with a genuine sense of discovery in one of Portugal's least-visited regions.

Golf access: Vidago Palace Golf Club is on site at the Vidago Palace hotel.
Restaurants & evenings: The Vidago Palace hotel is the main dining destination; the Trás-os-Montes region has robust, meat-focused traditional cooking.
Families: A quieter, rural destination; the spa at Vidago Palace and the thermal springs of the region suit adults more than young families.

Location

Map of Porto / North Portugal coming soon