Voted the most beautiful course in Africa in 2016 and 2017, the reputation of the Assoufid Golf Club is well established, located near the lively city of Marrakech, in North Africa, it is again elected as the best experience golf course of Morocco.

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Since its opening in 2014, this exceptional course, which has the snow-capped Atlas Mountains as a background, has received many important distinctions and many rave reviews from international visitors.

Announced as "Best golf course in Morocco" at the recent World Golf Awards 2018, Assoufid Golf Club further strengthens its position as one of the most decorated competition venue in the African region, having already received six similar distinctions, including " Africa's Best Golf Course ”in 2016 and 2017.

The Assoufid golf club benefits from an inspiring design of the desert style based on a wavy development of 222 hectares, which contrasts in an attractive way with most of the other golf courses of Marrakech occupying flat landscapes.

Designed by Niall Cameron, Scottish PGA professional and former European Tour professional, the Par 72 course, which features cacti, palm trees and olive trees, is located just 20 minutes from the heritage-listed Old Town (Medina) UNESCO World Heritage Site and less than 10 minutes from the international airport.

Guy Maxwell, Director of Assoufid Golf Club, said: “Since our opening, our goal has always been to provide a customer experience of the level of the best golf clubs and resorts in the world. The hard work of the entire Assoufid Golf Club team is a testament to the fact that our product continues to win prestigious awards and a resounding success for visitors. "

As the expanded development master plan continues, Assoufid Golf Club will be strengthened with the construction of a 5-star hotel, luxury residences and retail outlets for customers and residents.

To further strengthen the continued development of Marrakech as an international golf destination, the city was recently announced as the location of the next international golf tourism market (IGTM), the world's first global event for golf tourism providers, buyers and the media. will run from October 14 to 17.

Marrakech, famous for its souks, world-class cuisine and clubs, welcomed more than two million tourists last year and now has 13 golf courses.

In addition to its exciting golf offer, the city's must-see sites include Djemaa el Fna square, Bahia palace, Koutoubia tower and Saadian tombs.

For more information on Assoufid Golf Clubd, visit: www.assoufid.com