Golf d'Avignon Châteaublanc

The Golf Grand Avignon is located in Vedène, a French town in the Vaucluse department in the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. it is the work of architect Georges Roumeas with the help of his friend the great French champion Jean Garaïalde.

18-hole course, deploying greens and fairways over more than 6000 meters, this par 72 has a slope of 132 from the white tees. It is a relatively flat "Florida-style" course with many water obstacles and a wide variety of holes. It is physically very pleasant to play, not tiring even on hot summer days. Also, its practice on water will seduce you and maintain this atmosphere of freshness.

Under its Mediterranean climate, this very well maintained course all year round offers a superb view of Mont Ventoux. Without a green park of 60 hectares, surrounded by 5 lakes and typically Provençal vegetation (lavender, olive trees, cypresses, etc.) the Golf Grand Avignon is a privileged golf destination. You can therefore play there all year round regardless of your golfing level while enjoying the charms of the surrounding Provence.

Created in 1989, the Golf de Barbentane is celebrating its 30th anniversary in 2019! Located in the Bouches-du-Rhône between Avignon and Arles, this "compact" six-hole course is a veritable garden devoted to golf. The key word for the game is "precision". It is said in the region that if you manage to master the Barbentane course, you can play anywhere!
The three reasons to go

A 6-hole course made up of one par 4 and five par 3 with a distance varying from 70 to 240 meters, the Barbentane course is the ideal place to start golfing. Its narrow fairways and its greens surrounded by dangers will also be perfect for seasoned players who want to practice their game. Well protected by the cypress trees, the course is less swept by the mistral than some neighboring courses, a significant advantage in the Rhône Valley!
People especially appreciate the friendliness, accessibility and "family" spirit of the Barbentane club. A warm welcome is guaranteed by Stéphanie and Lionel who will be delighted to introduce you to their golf course.
Individual and group lessons are provided for older children and a dynamic golf school welcomes young people from 6 to 16 years old. The club also offers internships in France and abroad.

The little extra
For visitors, the Barbentane golf course offers green fees at very competitive prices and you won't even need to book your tee time. Meet at tee at 1 to have a good time.
It is to do
There is no shortage of unforgettable sites in the region. Stroll through the streets of Avignon, visit the Palais des Papes, take a detour through the Arles Arena, walk the charming streets of the city of Aix-en-Provence ... Take advantage of the nature of the Alpilles and the regional natural park of the Camargue, via the Lubéron, and the ascent of Mont Ventoux…. A weekend may not be enough to discover the riches of this region, but you will come back conquered no matter what!

The Golf de Saumane of the Provence Country Club marks out the Monts du Vaucluse at the gates of Lubéron and offers an idyllic panorama of the Alpilles.

Provençal nature, rosemary, pines, olive trees, lavender or even the oleander beds, line the 6099 meters of greens and fairways of this international 18-hole course.

The hilly landscape, fountains and 38 bunkers strategically spice up the game. Saumane golf course is a sporting course. Hilly, bordered by fragrant pines and oaks, it constitutes a real golfing challenge. The numerous climbs and descents and overhanging faiways will spice up the game for those in the know. Also, the perfectly maintained greens will require your full attention to have a good read.

Take a few bridles, swing, breathe, you are undoubtedly on one of the most beautiful golf courses in Provence!

For juniors and beginners, the Saumane golf course has set up with the French Golf Federation two more departures on the fairways.