Editorial: The green was almost perfect

The last twelve months on the golf planet have been rich in emotions ...

The 2018 Ryder Cup went like a dream at national golf, with a memorable European victory in an exceptional atmosphere. A few days later, it was a cold shower when the European Tour announced against all expectations its decision to relegate our more than a hundred years old French Open at the end of the season ...

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In early April 2019, we witness one of the most beautiful and improbable sporting comebacks of all time with the victory of Tiger Woods at the Augusta Masters. Meanwhile, our French No. 1 Céline Boutier continues her ascent to the top 50 in the world with her first LPGA title and goes to a putt of the major feat at the US Women's Open in early June ...

While waiting to see what we will reserve for the next twelve months, I am happy to present the 2019-2020 edition of the Guide to the most beautiful golf courses in France. A selection of 160 magnificent courses, suitable for all levels of play, from the charming course to the exceptional golf resort. Three 18 holes are included in our guide this year: Saint-Cast in Brittany, Roquebrune on the Côte d'Azur and Saumane in Provence… Three new reasons to discover some of the most beautiful courses in France, on the occasion of the 11th edition of the Guide.

This reference guide, designed by journalists and passionate amateurs, offers each year a selection of golf courses based on many criteria, such as the layout, the immediate environment, the quality of the tees, the greens, the fairways, the roughs, the signage, general maintenance, but also the various spaces, training areas, practices, reception areas, clubhouses, catering, changing rooms, as well as the overall range of services and associated services.

In the same spirit, discover a selection of quality restaurants and hotels nearby, between local cuisine and high-level gastronomy, charming hotels and luxury hotels *****. The Guide to the most beautiful golf courses allows you to discover and enjoy our beautiful golf heritage and the best of the French art of living. It will give you many ideas for unforgettable golf, tourist and gastronomic getaways.

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