Thanks to the dynamism instilled by its inhabitants, the richness of its cultural offer and, unsurprisingly, its beautifully crafted routes, Glasgow, the Scottish economic capital, is particularly attractive ...

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The Traveling Golfer now has a new destination of choice to tick off in his golf atlas. Glasgow has recovered! If the interest of the Scottish capital for a getaway dedicated to the little white ball does not date from yesterday, its new face mixing culture, gastronomy, art of living and golf gives it a charm that it did not have there a few years. Enough to give it a dynamism that is still underlined by a very young population which helps to make its streets, squares and parks vibrate. It's up to you to shake its courses ...

People Make Glasgow! Such is the slogan of the city which is based on the reputation of its 600 inhabitants for whom the quality of the reception is a duty. Indeed, any good Glaswegian (that's their name) will be able to welcome you and make you discover the attractions and the beauty of its city located in the center of the country and crossed by the Clyde river. New proof of its attractiveness, Glasgow has been named “friendliest city in the world” by Rough Guides. What to put in confidence the traveler who, a priori thus will not have bad surprises with the native. The whole thing is to live at their own pace, between shopping for the famous "shopaholics", shop addicts - a universal passion it seems -, arts and culture, let us quote in this category the National Theater of Scotland & Scottish Ballet or the Riverside Musem without forgetting the party. Glasgow's nightlife is indeed particularly popular and renowned throughout the British Isles, and yet the competition is fierce with London and Dublin. For a reviving after-party, we cannot recommend enough a trip to the surrounding countryside, which suggests sumptuous walks in the heart of untamed wild nature. Energy guaranteed!

To go even further into the heart of nature, or rather to get even closer to it, nothing like golf. It's no secret that Scotland is a paradise for lovers of the discipline. With more than 500 courses from Saint-Andrews to Edinburgh via Aberdeen and as far as Glasgow, the country has something to satisfy the most demanding golfers. Around Glasgow we can notably mention the jewel Turnberry. The legendary route drawn by Phil Mackenzie Ross in 1952 is part of the impressive collection of courses of a certain Donald Trump. The possible future resident of the White House has also undertaken with millions of dollars major work on a national monument. Enough to make it even more spectacular and grandiose and once again attract the biggest competitions on its fairways. If this playground is absolutely to discover at least once in a golfer's life, it is only one among many others who will prove to you that Scotland is indeed a country apart to live its passion for golf. most beautiful in all ways. And so you will have understood that Glasgow is a great starting point for this inevitably unforgettable adventure ...

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Haggs Castle Golf Club

This ancient route of the European Tour is steeped in history

Distance from Glasgow city center: 3 km

Haggs Castle is not far from the heart of Scotland's largest city. Wooded and green course with tree-lined fairways, the Haggs standard was deemed sufficient to accommodate the first of Scotland's Opens in 1986.

The Earl of Mar Golf Course

5-star golf experience near Glasgow

Distance from Glasgow city center: 24 km

The River Clyde and the hills of Kilpatrick make up a magnificent backdrop for The Earl of Mar. Designed by Dave Thomas, a famous architect even better known for The Belfry, in England, this championship course guarantees players a five star experience.

The Carrick on Loch Lomond

Breathtaking golf on the Loch Lomond bonnie banks

Distance from Glasgow city center: 40 km

On the banks of Loch Lomond, The Carrick was designed by Doug Carrick, the famous golf course architect. Straddling the border between the Scottish lowlands and highlands, this route through 71 undulates against the backdrop of breathtaking landscapes.

Prestwick Golf Club

Follow in the footsteps of the champions!

Distance from Glasgow city center: 72 km

The Prestwick Golf Club, the birthplace of the British Open, is one of the oldest golf clubs in the world. It is one of the most distinctive and difficult courses in the country. Half an hour from Glasgow, this course is ideally located on the coast of Ayrshire, famous for its many golf courses.

Dundonald links

The new kid represents a real challenge worthy of classic links

Distance from Glasgow city center: 40 km

Dundonald is a classic links-style championship course which has been updated, in a coastal setting and fabulous conditions for playing golf, both in winter and in summer. It has been recognized as one of the best courses in Scotland since it opened in 2003, both because of its high standards of play and the pleasure it provides.

Royal Troon Golf Club

Steeped in golf history and tradition

Distance from Glasgow city center: 56 km

The Old Course by Royal Troon is considered one of the best links courses in the world. He also has a reputation for being one of the most difficult. As proof, it will host the British Open in 2016. It is imperative to obtain a good score on the outward journey, because the return can be extremely difficult…

Trump Turnberry

One of the most legendary courses in the world

Distance from Glasgow city center: 80 km

Trump Turnberry's legendary journey has hosted the British Open four times. It offers breathtaking landscapes on the Clyde coastline and it is without a doubt one of the most popular links courses in the world.

Gleneagles

This golf resort, which hosted the Ryder Cup in 2014, has become a legend in itself.

Distance from Glasgow city center: 80 km

Gleneagles has three world renowned championship courses. The PGA Centenary, created by Jack Nicklaus, hosted the Ryder Cup in 2014. The King's is almost 100 years old and was designed to offer a daunting challenge even to elite players, and Queen's is known for the beauty of its greens.

Ayrshire Golf

The birthplace of the Open

Whatever golf experience you are looking for, the west coast of Scotland will not disappoint. Depending on your preferences, Ayrshire Golf Scotland can send you to play golf in the green hills of Ayrshire, on the beautiful Isle of Arran or on its famous links along the coast. They include three internationally renowned championship courses which have also hosted the Open.

To prepare your trip well: the VisitScotland Information Center is now open in its new offices at 174 Buchanan Street, G1 2JZ

Find Glasgow and its news on www.peoplemakeglasgow.com