A significant six-figure renovation programme at Aroeira has paid instant dividends for the iconic venue near Lisbon following its inclusion in Golf World’s benchmark ‘Top 100 Courses in Continental Europe 2015/16’.
Explaining the decision to include Aroeira I in the new 2015/16 rankings, Chris Bertram, the Top 100 editor, said: “Laid out in two loops of nine, Aroeira I was dubbed the ‘Wentworth of Lisbon’ in the 80s but has in truth more of a feel of Woburn. It enjoyably winds between towering pine trees yet it is never claustrophobic.”
Renovation at Aroeira began last summer and further work has continued since the spring on enhancing the visitor golf experience. As well as hosting two Portuguese Opens, the courses have, between them, staged many high-profile tournaments including several Ladies’ European Tour events and, in 2013, the prestigious European Men’s Club Trophy. José Maria Cazal Ribeiro, from ORIZONTE – Lisbon Golf, said: “For Aroeira to have been restored to a position among Europe’s elite courses is wonderful news and vindication for all the hard work that has been put in by the team over the last 18 months.”
The latest edition of the Top 100 Courses in Continental Europe 2015/16 rankings delivered further good news for ORIZONTE – Lisbon Golf with three of its other layouts – Aroeira II, Quinta do Peru and Ribagolfe I – being named among the next best 100 courses on the continent.
ORIZONTE – Lisbon Golf offers the chance to play six of the leading courses near to Portugal’s capital together with great value on a range of accommodation options. For more details e-mail info@orizontegolf.com or visit www.orizontegolf.com .