from the Experts in Golf Holidays
✍️ Paul Gartland | ⏰ 10 min read
Le Touquet
1 Night, 2 Rounds
Paris & Surroundings
1 Night, 2 Rounds
Bordeaux & South West
3 Nights, 2 Rounds
Indulge yourself in the luxury of Terre Blanche Golf Resort; located near the heart of one of the most beautiful regions in France. The hotel and resort have much to offer with world class accommodations and remarkable championship golf courses.
Terre Blanche offers ideal relaxation as well as numerous possibilities for those interested in exploring every nook and cranny of what this beautifully diverse country has to offer, including the French Riviera.
Book a golf holiday to Terre Blanche or Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to one of our golf experts.
Reasons to Visit Terre Blanche
What our clients think
❝Facilities were great and the staff could not have tried harder. The £50 double gin and tonic and the £160 John Dory left me speechless. The concierge were a great source for great local restaurants.❞
Paul (visited October)
Southern France
3 Nights, 2 Rounds
Le Manoir, built in 1911, has become an increasingly popular spot among golfers who enjoy its 3-star hospitality. A recently refurbished bar and restaurant let guests enjoy quintessential charm with modern amenities where they'll also find comfortable rooms decorated beautifully.
Nestled just across the road is Le Touquet Golf which is widely-regarded as one of the best golf resorts in Continental Europe, boasting 45-holes worth of golf and a European Tour pedigree.
Book a golf holiday to Le Manoir or Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to one of our golf experts.
Reasons to Visit Le Manoir
What our clients think
❝The golfers hotel set in close proximity to courses. The hotel bar & restaurant is very good.❞
Paul (visited October)
Le Touquet
1 Night, 2 Rounds
Located just 30 minutes from the centre of Bordeaux, the Cabot Bordeaux is one of the country's most sought after golfing venues. For those looking to combine the regions fantastic array of wines with the occasional bit of championship golf then look no further.
As a former host of the French Open, the Chateaux Course is no walkover and will test every facet of a golfer's game. The Vignes Course, designed by Canadian Rod Whitman has more of a parkland feel as it carves through the towering pines.
Book a golf holiday to Cabot Bordeaux or Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to one of our golf experts.
Reasons to Visit Cabot Bordeaux
What our clients think
❝Certainly a championship level course with water on several holes making it challenging. It is also deceptively long and tight in many places but excellent quality overall.❞
Tim (visited October)
Bordeaux & South West
3 Nights, 2 Rounds
The Hotel and Spa at Le Domaine de la Bretesche is set within the heart of a magnificent 200-acre estate, the 15th century chateau hotel is bordered by ancient towering trees and banks of immaculate rhododendrons, perched on the banks of a lovely lake.
The golf course at Domaine de la Bretesche is carved through a 100-year-old forest, and is a technical challenge that is the perfect holiday golf course whilst also being regarded as one of France's finest layouts.
Book a golf holiday to Hotel & Spa De La Bretesche or Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to one of our golf experts.
Reasons to Visit Hotel & Spa De La Bretesche
The Loire
5 Nights, Unlimited Rounds
Nestled in the stunning green hills of Mont Panisy, the Barriere L'Hotel du Golf Deauville is a golf holiday destination of the highest order. The the stunning Norman construction, Jacques Garcia-designed hotel, has a wide range of room types to suit every demand.
With designs from Tom Simpson and Henry Cotton this championship setup offers golfers one of the best 27-hole layouts in France. The resort is in the perfect location for golfers coming from the UK, reachable in less than 3 hours from Calais, or by ferry from Portsmouth, it’s ideal for a weekend golf holiday.
Book a golf holiday to Barriere L'Hotel du Golf Deauville or Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to one of our golf experts.
Reasons to Visit Barriere L'Hotel du Golf Deauville
What our clients think
❝The Hotel du Golf Barriere was superb. Your Golf Travel said we would be upgraded if possible and we were. Our rooms were large, very well appointed with superb views over the golf course.❞
Helen (visited September)
Normandy
3 Nights, 3 Rounds
The Chateau Des Vigiers estate dates back to the 16th century and its internationally renowned luxury Hotel, Golf and Spa facilities are the pride of the Dordogne region in South West France.
The original Donald Steel design has been added to but the layout stays true to the original designers philosophy of allowing the terrain to dictate the style of the course, and the results are spectacular. The impeccable condition of the courses means there can surely be few more special places to enjoy holiday golf than this charming corner of Aquitaine.
Book a golf holiday to Chateau Des Vigiers or Call 0800 043 6644 to speak to one of our golf experts.
Reasons to Visit Chateau Des Vigiers
What our clients think
❝What a delight to play at a golf resort where there are no marshalls telling you who you should play with. It is as if you were playing as a member of your own golf club. A most enjoyable golfing experience.❞
Daphne (visited June)
Bordeaux & South West
3 Nights, Unlimited Rounds
Booking your dream France golf holiday with Your Golf Travel is easy. You can browse our website to explore our packages or contact our expert golf travel consultants who will be delighted to help you create a personalised itinerary. We pride ourselves on our expertise and ensuring you have an unforgettable golfing experience.
As home to some of the best golf courses in the world, France has a host of superb designs ranging from stunning links courses to mature parklands. The likes of Les Bordes, Morfontaine and Chantilly are amongst the most sought after but there are a host of superb golf courses to explore across the many excellent regions of France. The most popular golfing region is found in Northern France where the likes of Le Touquet and Hardelot are very well-trodden courtesy of the easy transport from Calais to play these tree-lined courses that could be very at home in the likes of Surrey or Berkshire. Head further south to Normandy and you'll enjoy the likes of Saint-Saens or into the picturesque scenery of The South of France where you'll be met with Terre Blanche which is considered to be one of the best luxury golf resorts in Europe.
France has a very varied climate with the North of France being relatively similar to England and the South enjoying amazing summers which can make for some unforgettable golfing trips. Typically a more popular time to go is from May - June when the courses are starting to enjoy the sunshine and growth and also benefit from being a little quieter before the summer holidays where more tourists can gather. A popular option for visiting Northern France is in March and April where you can still enjoy the fast-running fairways of Le Touquet and Hardelot with many special offers available.
France has a total of 703 golf courses, the majority reside in the Northern & Southern regions and some of the best include Le Golf National, Terre Blanche, Golf De Fontainebleau and Le Chateau de Taulane.
The easiest way to travel to France to play golf is with LeShuttle, which takes just 35 mins (Folkstone to Calais). Crossing by ferry will take around 90 minutes while flying ranges from 40 minutes to 2 hours depending on your destination airport.
Officially, a license is obligatory to play on any French golf course, our golf experts will advise you if the courses you wish to visit require a handicap certificate.
Handicap: 1
Favourite Course: Le Golf National
My 'Expert' areas: France, South of England
Best trip I've done: Australia playing Royal Melbourne & Kingston heath
Where my next trip is to: South Africa
Give Paul a call on 0800 043 6644 to arrange your next golf break.
Europe & Overseas Golf Expert